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    "data": {
        "id": 1660869,
        "msgid": "customs-seizes-160-000-illegal-cigarette-sticks-in-minibus-1775609614",
        "date": "2026-04-07 14:01:13",
        "title": "Customs Seizes 160,000 Illegal Cigarette Sticks in Minibus",
        "author": "Ferry kisihandi",
        "source": "REPUBLIKA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Regulation",
        "summary": "Indonesian Customs officials in Malang intercepted a minibus on 13 March 2026, seizing 160,000 illegal cigarette sticks valued at over Rp 200 million, following a tip-off from the public. The operation prevented an estimated Rp 119.36 million in state revenue losses from counterfeit excise products. The incident underscores the government's ongoing efforts to combat illegal tobacco distribution and protect a fair business environment.",
        "content": "<p>A minibus suspected of transporting illegal Excise Subject Tobacco\nProducts (BKC HT) was stopped and inspected by Malang Customs officers\nin the Malang city area on Friday night, 13 March 2026.<\/p>\n<p>The result was the securing of 8,000 packs or 160,000 illegal\ncigarette sticks valued at more than Rp 200 million. This enforcement\naction stemmed from public information received by Malang Customs around\n9:00 p.m. WIB regarding a vehicle suspected of carrying illegal\ncigarettes.<\/p>\n<p>In response to the report, the team immediately conducted ground\npatrols and intensive monitoring on the suspected distribution routes,\nparticularly in the Malang city border area.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the analysis of the vehicle\u2019s profile and distribution\npatterns, officers successfully identified a white minibus as the\noperation\u2019s target.<\/p>\n<p>The vehicle was detected travelling from Pakis towards Arjosari. The\nteam then pursued and managed to stop the vehicle on Teluk Cendrawasih\nStreet, Arjosari Ward, Blimbing Subdistrict, around 10:00 p.m. WIB.<\/p>\n<p>During the inspection, officers found cargo consisting of\nmachine-made clove cigarettes (SKM) of the King Garet brand with excise\nbands suspected to be fake. The total evidence seized amounted to 10\ncartons, equivalent to 8,000 packs, with an overall total of 160,000\ncigarette sticks.<\/p>\n<p>From the enforcement action, the value of the goods is estimated at\nRp 237.6 million, with potential state losses saved of Rp 119.36\nmillion.<\/p>\n<p>Subsequently, all evidence along with the transport vehicle has been\nsecured for further investigation and processing in accordance with\napplicable laws and regulations.<\/p>\n<p>Head of Malang Customs Office, Johan Pandores, emphasised his\noffice\u2019s commitment to eradicating the circulation of illegal\ncigarettes. This enforcement is a tangible manifestation of the state\u2019s\npresence in protecting the public and maintaining a healthy business\nclimate.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are committed to protecting the public. This enforcement is a\nreal form of the state\u2019s presence in eradicating the circulation of\nillegal cigarettes that harm the state and disrupt a healthy business\nclimate,\u201d he stated on Tuesday (7 April 2026).<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/customs-seizes-160-000-illegal-cigarette-sticks-in-minibus-1775609614",
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