A Sleaford shopkeeper has been found guilty of concealing illicit cigarettes and vapes in jigsaw puzzle boxes, according to an investigation by local authorities. The illegal objects were uncovered during a routine check, arising issues of the sale of unauthorised items in the region. This incident sparks worry about the accessibility of such goods to young people and the effect on law-abiding local enterprises. Community members are encouraged to report any strange activities, in a bid to curb the distribution of unlawful goods across Lincolnshire. The Lincoln Post adapted this story from original reporting by news.google.com.
Sleaford Shopkeeper Caught Hiding Illegal Goods in Jigsaw Boxes


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