ISLAMABAD: The Collectorate of Customs Enforcement Islamabad seized 24 smuggled vehicles and a large quantity of contraband worth more than Rs915.5 million during intelligence-based anti-smuggling operations carried out throughout July 2026.
The operations form part of Pakistan Customs’ intensified campaign against organised smuggling networks aimed at protecting legitimate trade, safeguarding government revenue and supporting the national economy.
Intelligence-led crackdown
According to an official statement, the enforcement actions were conducted under the close supervision of the senior leadership of Customs Enforcement Islamabad.
Acting on credible intelligence, anti-smuggling squads intercepted high-value smuggled vehicles along with foreign-origin cigarettes, cosmetics, tyres, cloth and other prohibited goods during coordinated operations across the Islamabad region.
The department said the intelligence-led strategy enabled enforcement teams to target organised smuggling networks and disrupt the movement of illicit goods before they entered domestic markets.
Twenty-four luxury vehicles confiscated
Among the vehicles seized during the month were several high-end and premium models, including Toyota Land Cruiser variants, a Jeep Wrangler, Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota Camry, Toyota Crown, Toyota FJ Cruiser, Honda Accord, Volkswagen, Toyota Prius, Toyota Wish, Toyota Surf, Toyota Passo, Toyota Vitz, Daihatsu Mira and Suzuki Alto vehicles of different model years.
The seizure of these vehicles represents one of the largest anti-smuggling actions involving luxury automobiles undertaken by Customs Enforcement Islamabad in recent months.
Contraband worth over Rs915.5 million recovered
In addition to the vehicles, customs officials recovered 121,250 sleeves of foreign-brand cigarettes, 12 offending vehicles allegedly used to transport smuggled goods, substantial quantities of foreign-origin cosmetics, tyres, cloth and other miscellaneous contraband.
The combined estimated value of the seized vehicles and goods exceeds Rs915.5 million, dealing what authorities described as a significant financial blow to organised smuggling syndicates.
Customs vows to continue anti-smuggling campaign
Pakistan Customs reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a robust enforcement regime against smuggling and customs fraud.
The department said Customs Enforcement Islamabad will continue to conduct intelligence-based operations in coordination with federal and provincial law enforcement agencies to curb illegal trade, protect domestic industries, promote fair market competition and safeguard government revenue.
Officials added that the latest seizures demonstrate Pakistan Customs’ continued focus on strengthening border security, disrupting illicit supply chains and supporting economic stability through effective customs enforcement.
