Latvian Police Arrest Migrant Smugglers Repeatedly
Smugglers are moving migrants across the Latvian-Belarusian border. Border guards have made several arrests. This is causing problems with border security and illegal goods.
The activity is focused on the Latgale border region in Latvia. Customs officials regularly find illegal goods like cigarettes, fuel, and alcohol at border crossings. A Moldovan citizen received a prison sentence for helping migrants cross the border illegally. Border guards have made multiple arrests of people involved in transporting migrants. These operations are happening in areas like Rēzekne, Ludza, Krāslava, Augšdaugava, and Daugavpils.
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Highlights
Smugglers Active in Latvia
Migrant smugglers are operating along the Latgale border in Latvia during spring.
Cigarette Smuggling Continues
Smugglers are moving cigarettes across the Latvian-Belarusian border using tractor tires.
Moldovan Man Sentenced
A Moldovan citizen received a prison sentence for migrant smuggling.
Three People Detained
Border guards and police detained three people for migrant smuggling.
Nine Smugglers Apprehended
Border guards apprehended nine individuals transporting migrants illegally across the border.