According to a media release by the ICA, Four men tried to smuggle various illegal items such as Duy-unpaid cigars, cigarettes and vape from Singapore Cruise Centre, West Coast Pier, Marina South Pier.
The 4 smugglers tried to enter Singapore between 25 Feb and 5 March.
The ICA officers managed to foiled the plans of the smugglers and were arrested.
All four men were referred to Singapore Customs for further investigation.
Under the Customs Act, any person who fail to declare, or make an incorrect declaration of taxable goods, can be compounded up to $5,000, or charged in Court, depending on the severity of the offence. The case involving the e-vaporiser was referred to the Health Sciences Authority for follow up action.
These methods of concealment are a cause for concern as similar methods may be used by people with ill intent to smuggle security items into Singapore. The ICA will continue to conduct security checks on passengers, goods and vehicles so as to safeguard Singapore’s security.
Source: ICA