An Auckland mother and son have been arrested for allegedly smuggling tobacco into New Zealand. NZ Customs A mother and son have been arrested for allegedly smuggling tobacco into New Zealand. Head of Cook Islands Financial Intelligence Unit Phil Hunkin said this operation is an excellent example of agencies working together. "New Zealand and Cook Islands law enforcement regularly meet and exchange information to combat national and transnational crimes. The travellers who brought in the tobacco have faced a range of penalties, including the tobacco being seized and instant fines.

Source: Stuff November 13, 2019 04:07 UTC