Thousands of pounds worth of illegal cigarettes, tobacco, and vapes were confiscated from two shops in Plumstead in a joint operation conducted by Greenwich Council and the Metropolitan Police.
The operation, executed on April 26, saw authorities carrying out a search warrant at a shop in Plumstead. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that the products being sold were illegal. During the operation, police observed a suspect attempting to dispose of products by throwing them to a neighbouring window and fleeing the scene.