Smuggling
قاچاق
Financial crime / typology
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View Timeline →Discovery of Smuggled Helmets in Marand / Arrest of 9 Violators in Maragheh
In Marand, police uncovered 299 smuggled motorcycle helmets worth 15 billion rials as part of an anti-smuggling operation. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat…
Police Action Against Halloween Promoting Businesses in Qazvin
Police in Qazvin conducted operations targeting businesses promoting Halloween, resulting in the identification of 19 such establishments, the seizure of 14 tons of smuggled wood,…
Crackdown on Tamarisk Wood Smugglers in Bojnord
Authorities in North Khorasan have intercepted a significant shipment of smuggled tamarisk wood in Bojnord, uncovering 4,200 kilograms of illegal timber. This operation highlights ongoing…
Smuggling in the Shadow of Import Bans / Platforms Under Scrutiny
The ongoing import bans in Iran aimed at supporting local production are leading to the growth of informal markets, resulting in lost tax revenues for…
Identification of Suspect in Smuggling Black Bear Cubs
The Iranian Department of Environment has responded to public concern over images of smuggled black bear cubs by confirming that the images are old and…
Tractor Carrying 3000 Kilograms of Smuggled Willow Seized in Kamyaran
A tractor transporting 3000 kilograms of smuggled willow was seized in Kamyaran, with the local police collaborating to apprehend the smugglers. This incident highlights ongoing…
Discovery of 244 Livestock and Several Smuggled Goods Shipments at Baneh Border
Border guards in Baneh seized a significant amount of smuggled goods, including livestock and cigarettes. This operation highlights ongoing issues with smuggling in the region.…
Seizure of Live Livestock and 27 Billion Rial Fine in Broujerd Smuggling Case
The Trade Violations Organization in Lorestan has imposed a hefty fine of 27 billion rials on a smuggler involved in the illegal trade of live…
Seizure of a Truck Carrying 3.5 Tons of Smuggled Live Chickens in Rumeshkan
A truck carrying 3.5 tons of smuggled live chickens was seized in Rumeshkan County. The police chief reported that the chickens were unlicensed and not…
Discovery of Over 1000 Liters of Smuggled Fuel in Mamulan County
Authorities in Mamulan County have uncovered over 1000 liters of smuggled diesel fuel and 720 kilograms of coal. This operation highlights ongoing issues with fuel…
The Value of Imports via Smuggling in West Azerbaijan Reached 300 Million Dollars
The value of imports through smuggling in West Azerbaijan has surged dramatically from 14 million to 300 million dollars within a year. This increase highlights…
Seizure of 13 Buses Carrying 30,000 Liters of Smuggled Fuel in South Khorasan
Authorities in South Khorasan have seized 30,000 liters of smuggled fuel from 13 buses, leading to the arrest of 13 individuals. This operation highlights ongoing…
This Year, the Volume of Financial and Smuggling Cases in West Azerbaijan Reached 17 Trillion Tomans
The West Azerbaijan Director General of Industry, Mining and Trade reported that 25,000 inspections led to the formation of financial cases totaling over 17 trillion…
Arrest of the Killer of a 50-Year-Old Man on the Agenda of Kharameh Police / Smuggled Goods Did Not Reach Their Destination
The Kharameh police have arrested a suspect in the murder of a 50-year-old man, alongside various law enforcement actions including the seizure of smuggled goods…
Governor: Video Surveillance and Equipping Bakeries in Nahavand with Generators is Essential
The governor of Nahavand expressed dissatisfaction with the enforcement of regulations regarding flour and bread smuggling. He highlighted the need for video surveillance and generators…
88% Increase in Theft Discoveries, 360% in Smuggling, and 71% in Drug Seizures by Railway Police
The railway police in Iran reported significant increases in theft, smuggling, and drug seizures over the past year. This highlights the challenges of crime in…
Discovery of Two Warehouses Hoarding Smuggled Agricultural Inputs in Shushtar
Authorities in Shushtar have uncovered and confiscated two warehouses filled with 78 tons of smuggled agricultural materials. This operation highlights ongoing issues with agricultural smuggling…
The Identification of Fuel Cards Will Help Transparency in Gasoline Distribution
The Iranian government is implementing identification for fuel cards at gas stations to improve gasoline management and transparency. This initiative is aimed at reducing fuel…
Discovery of a 15 Billion Toman Smuggled BMW in Tehran / Fraudsters Arrested with Fake Job Advertisements
The Tehran Police uncovered a smuggled BMW worth over 15 billion tomans and arrested individuals involved in fraudulent job advertisements. This incident highlights ongoing issues…
From Fuel Smuggling in Kashmar to the Recovery of National Movement Lands from Certain Officials
The governor of Kashmar acknowledged ongoing concerns regarding fuel smuggling and potential violations in the fuel sector. This issue has been reported multiple times, indicating…