Officers from the Wyre Forest Safer Neighbourhood Team led a successful multi-agency operation in Stourport this morning (Friday 26 April) along with Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, Trading Standards, housing and Immigration Officers.

Several thousand pounds worth of counterfeit cigarettes and illegal vapes were seized in a raid on a vape store, along with over £2,000 of cash. Investigations are ongoing.

Inspector Lisa Hornberger said: “Another highly successful multi-agency operation with illegal vapes and tobacco taken off our streets. We thank our community for reporting their concerns to us and urge they continue to do so.”

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