RCMP seize over $220,000 in contraband cigarettes and other illegal goods in Quesnel.

Quesnel RCMP seized over $220,000 worth of contraband cigarettes and other illicit goods including firearms, drugs, and cash from a residence. Police arrested one man, who has since been released. Sgt. Clay Kronebusch noted the increasing trend of contraband tobacco sales. Meanwhile, the City of Vernon warns residents about a parking ticket scam involving fraudulent text messages.