100+ servos raided across 6 states: Federal police smash organized illicit tobacco network

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100+ servos raided across 6 states: Federal police smash organized illicit tobacco network #breakingnews #australia #federalpolice #police In one of the largest law enforcement operations in Australian history, over 250 officers from 15 federal and state agencies executed simultaneous raids on more than 100 petrol stations across six states and territories. Dubbed "Operation SHORTHAND," the multi-jurisdictional task force targeted major service station sites—including locations operated by Metro Petroleum—following intelligence linking retail networks to organized criminal syndicates distributing illegal tobacco and illicit vapes. With data revealing that 80% of all nicotine consumed in Australia now comes from illicit sources, authorities warned that organized crime has penetrated everyday retail chains, promising severe penalties including prison sentences of up to seven years. Connect With news.com.au Online ► [https://www.news.com.au] https://bit.ly/3WC8hOP ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

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