What is the total quantity of contraband seized in both incidents?

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The total quantity of contraband seized in the two incidents could not be precisely determined.

In separate incidents at Woodlands Checkpoint on August 3 and 4, authorities apprehended two men attempting to smuggle duty-unpaid cigarettes and vapes into Singapore. The first seizure on August 3 involved over 30 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes, more than 60 vapes, and related components. The second incident on August 4 resulted in the discovery of 25 cartons and 30 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes, along with over 60 vapes.
First Incident Seizure Details

On August 3, Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officers at Woodlands Checkpoint conducted enhanced checks on a Malaysia-registered motorcycle. A search revealed over 30 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes and more than 60 vapes with their accessories, concealed within the motorcycle's storage box.
Second Incident Seizure Details

The following day, August 4, ICA officers searched a Singapore-registered motorcycle. This inspection uncovered 25 cartons and 30 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes, in addition to over 60 vapes. The contraband was found hidden under the seat and within the storage compartment of the motorcycle.
Reasons for Undetermined Total Quantity

A precise total quantity of seized items cannot be calculated due to the nature of the reported figures. In both incidents, the number of vapes is stated as "over 60," indicating an unknown exact count. Furthermore, the first incident reported "over 30 packets" of cigarettes, lacking a specific numerical total.
Legal Ramifications for Smuggling

The individuals apprehended, a 46-year-old Malaysian and a 51-year-old Singaporean, were referred to Singapore Customs and the Health Sciences Authority for further investigation. Individuals convicted of dealing in duty-unpaid cigarettes in Singapore face penalties that can include fines up to 40 times the evaded duty and tax, and imprisonment for up to six years, or both.

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