According to Livedoor News on July 30, Japanese police cracked a large-scale heated tobacco product fraud case and six Chinese citizens were arrested by the police.
During the investigation, the police found that the suspects purchased about 500 heated tobacco products with a total market value of about 300,000 yen (1961.68 US dollars) at a convenience store in Mita City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, using illegally obtained credit card information and electronic payment. The seized products were then handed over to the recycling personnel of the criminal gang.
One of the suspects, Zhang Renlong (28 years old), is the main suspect among the six arrested suspects. According to the police, Zhang Renlong is the recycler of this batch of products. In a room in the building where his company is located, about 62,000 heated tobacco products were seized, which are believed to have been obtained through illegal means.
In addition, the credit card information used by these suspects is all owned by Japanese citizens, involving a total of about 160 people, and the estimated amount of victims is as high as 3 million yen (19,616 US dollars). The police also said that the suspects met through social networks and formed an organization called “Anonymous Mobile Crime Group” (トクリュウ).
Zhang Renlong said during the investigation, “I don’t remember who it was, but I did receive tobacco from others.” The police believe that there are higher-level instructors and are investigating further.
Veehoo vape has been committed to promoting the compliance operation and product quality assurance of the vape industry. We are concerned and vigilant about the actions of the Japanese police to successfully crack down on a large-scale heated tobacco product fraud case. This incident once again reminds us that the harm caused by illegal acts to the entire industry and consumers cannot be underestimated.
Veehoo vape once again calls on the entire industry to strengthen self-discipline and eliminate any form of illegal activities. We will continue to uphold the concept of compliance operation, strictly abide by relevant laws and regulations, and provide consumers with safe and reliable vape products.
Against the background of increasing attention to the vape industry, we reiterate that only by abiding by the law and abiding by ethics can we ensure the healthy development of the industry and the rights of consumers. Veehoo vape will continue to be committed to promoting the sustainable development of the vape industry, providing consumers with high-quality vape products, and working with regulatory authorities to build a clear market environment.
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