PNP seizes P6.7 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Zamboanga City
Authorities seized smuggled cigarettes worth around P6.37 million during an operation in Zamboanga City on Wednesday, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Thursday.
In a statement, the PNP said operatives intercepted a white Isuzu Elf loaded with 182 cases of New Orleans.
Authorities arrested the truck driver, but his two companions were able to escape. The driver was injured after jumping off the truck when he attempted to flee, according to the PNP.
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