
Major Cigarette Smuggling Ring Busted in Montenegro
Montenegro Cracks Down on Cigarette Smuggling Ring: Golubovic Among Those Arrested Authorities in Montenegro have arrested Dusko Golubovic and several others in connection with a major cigarette smuggling operation that allegedly caused over €18 million in damages to the state. The arrests, which took place recently, are part of an ongoing investigation into a criminal organization suspected of smuggling cigarettes through the port of Bar. The investigation reveals a sophisticated operation spanning from 2020 to 2021. The group is accused of evading customs duties and excise taxes, causing significant financial losses to the Montenegrin government. The video shows footage of the arrests and the suspects being transported. While several individuals were apprehended, authorities are still searching for others involved in the scheme. "The scale of this operation is unprecedented," stated a spokesperson for the Montenegrin police (quote needed for accuracy). "The arrests send a clear message that we will not tolerate such criminal activity." The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests are expected. The successful apprehension of Golubovic and his associates marks a significant step in combating organized crime in Montenegro.