Two men arrested following raids in Catfield in investigation into £2.24 million tobacco smuggling fraud
Two men have been arrested by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) during raids linked to an investigation into a suspected £2.24 million tobacco smuggling fraud.
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The cigarettes, computers, paperwork and £1,500 in cash were seized during the operation.
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