A load of electronic cigarettes was seized on the BR-280 in Mafra, in Planalto Norte of Santa Catarina, this Thursday morning (7). According to the PRF (Federal Traffic Police), the value of the cargo was 11 thousand dollars, that is, more than 54 thousand reals in terms of Brazilian currency.

Electronic cigarettes were brought from another country, which constitutes a crime of smuggling – Photo: master130/Freepik

Electronic cigarettes were found in the vehicle. According to PRF, the products were brought from another country and destined for Itapema, a city on the North Coast.

We approached the car at km 185 BR-280, in Mafra. The car was driven by a woman. In addition to her, there were a man and a child in the car.

Car containing an e-cigarette charge – Photo: PRF/Disclosure

Upon approaching the vehicle, while checking the use of seat belts and child restraints, officers discovered that the vehicle’s floor was high and covered with a blanket.

When the blanket was removed, several boxes of electronic cigarettes were discovered.

There were more boxes of product in the trunk. They also stored the liquids used in the device.

In addition to e-cigarettes, six iPhone 13 mobile phones and an Apple Watch were seized.

The vehicle, materials and suspects were taken to the Joinville Federal Police and are to be charged with smuggling.