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The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) seized more than 890 e-vaporisers and more than 6,700 related components at Woodlands Checkpoint on Wednesday (Aug 27). In a Facebook post on Aug 28, ICA said that a Malaysia-registered van carrying air-con890 vapes and 6,700 related parts: Malaysian arrested after items found in van at Woodlands Checkpoint
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) seized more than 890 e-vaporisers and more than 6,700 related components at Woodlands Checkpoint on Wednesday (Aug 27). In a Facebook post on Aug 28, ICA said that a Malaysia-registered van carrying air-conditioning equipment and servicing parts was profiled for further checks at Woodlands Checkpoint at around 11am. Profiling checks are carried out by ICA officers based on their experience and training to pick out high-risk travellers.This is supported by ICA’s Integrated Targeting Centre (ITC), which leverages on data analytics to conduct pre-arrival risk assessment of travellers, conveyance and cargo. During checks, ICA officers detected e-vaporisers hidden in boxes, an air conditioning unit and its parts, and various compartments of the vehicle. Police’s K-9 unit was also activated for the search. The driver, a Malaysian man was arrested, and the case has been referred to the Health Sciences Authority. Read more