4,700 cigarettes and 5.8kg of hand-rolling tobacco seized by police in East Grinstead

A spokesperson for Sussex Police said: “On Tuesday March 24, officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in Grinstead Lane.

"Upon attendance, a vehicle was located containing a quantity of tobacco products, including approximately 4,700 cigarettes and 5.8kg of hand-rolling tobacco, suspected to be non-duty paid.

"The items, along with the vehicle, a red Citroen C3, were seized as part of an ongoing investigation.

"At this time no arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.

"Officers are appealing for the owner of the vehicle, or anyone with information that may assist, to come forward.

"If you have any information, please contact police quoting CAD 599 24/03/2026.”