Apu is rumbled.

Almost 15,000 illicit cigarettes and numerous illegal vapes were seized from The 7 Day Mini Market in Blackburn during a nationwide operation. The raid, part of Operation Machinize 2, occurred on Tuesday, 21 October, targeting money laundering, people trafficking, and smuggling. Coordinated by the National Crime Agency, it involved UK police forces and other agencies. Items seized included non-duty paid tobacco products and non-compliant vapes. The shop owner faces investigation and potential legal consequences. Cllr Jim Smith and Rachael Herbert highlighted the operation’s impact on community safety and crime disruption..