ICA officers find nearly 10,000 vapes and pods hidden in rest area of Malaysia lorry at Tuas Checkpoint
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Immigration officers seized over 9,000 vape pods and 900 vaporisers from a Malaysian lorry at Tuas Checkpoint.Summary
Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officers thwarted a smuggling attempt on Aug 8, seizing over 9,000 vape pods and more than 900 vaporisers from a Malaysia-registered lorry at Tuas Checkpoint. The items were discovered hidden in the cabin's rest area under bedding. A 46-year-old Malaysian driver was arrested, and the case was referred to the Health Sciences Authority. The incident occurred as Singapore prepares for stricter laws under the Tobacco and Vaporisers Control Act, which will impose heavy fines and potential imprisonment for vaping and related offenses starting May 1, 2026.
(Source：AsiaOne)
