24/07/2026
The wheels had an early “Re-tyre-ment”…
On 16 July 2026, ICA officers at Woodlands Checkpoint foiled an attempt to smuggle duty-unpaid ci******es into Singapore via a Singapore-registered rental car.
ICA Search & Examination officers directed the vehicle for enhanced checks and noticed a punctured rear tyre with masking tape and Styrofoam inside of the rim of the tyre. A further search revealed more than 1,200 packets of ci******es concealed within 4 punctured tyres and 1 spare tyre.
A 47-year-old male Singaporean was arrested in connection with the case. The exhibits and suspect were referred to Singapore Customs for further investigation.
As Guardians of Our Borders, ICA is committed to facilitating trade and travel while keeping Singapore’s borders safe and secure.