PRESS RELEASE
FROM THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS
BORDER FORCE
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Thursday, 29 May 2025: On Thursday, 22nd May 2025, the Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force successfully intercepted a commercial vessel arriving from Haiti, uncovering a substantial quantity of concealed cigarettes. This seizure prevented an estimated $70,000.00 in duty evasion.
An investigation is currently underway, and additional details will be shared as they become available.
We commend and thank the Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force and the TCI Regiment for their support and contribution to the success of this operation.
The Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force continues to achieve enforcement successes and remains steadfast in its mission to protect our borders and safeguard our communities.
The public is reminded that the illegal importation of controlled goods is a serious offence, punishable by substantial fines and imprisonment upon conviction.
For any media inquiries, please contact crilightbourne@gov.tc
