Skye, a four-year-old springer spaniel, discovered a hidden stash of illicit cigarettes, vapes, and unlicensed erectile dysfunction tablets outside a shop in Whitechapel. With its keen sense of smell, Skye led officers to seize multiple illegal items, including 33 packets of illicit cigarettes and 80 unlicensed erectile tablets. This operation was part of a broader crackdown, resulting in thousands of illegal products being confiscated. Tower Hamlets Council's efforts include the use of sniffer dogs to combat illegal trading and enhance community safety.
During an enforcement operation in east London, Skye, a specially trained sniffer dog, uncovered illicit cigarettes, vapes, and unlicensed erectile dysfunction tablets, leading to multiple seizures.
A total of 5,840 illicit cigarettes, 418 illegal vapes, and 2,055 packets of chewing tobacco were seized during a two-day crackdown targeting counterfeit and dangerous products.
Tower Hamlets Council's Anti-Crime Task Force includes a dog patrol service to support police with community safety initiatives and combat illegal trading.
Councillor Abu Talha Chowdhury emphasized the dangers of these products, stating they had no place on high streets and expressed gratitude towards Skye and the trading standards team.
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