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Expat arrested in Oman’s Al Dhahirah oil concession area for illegal tobacco trafficking

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) arrested an Asian expatriate in a petroleum concession area in Al Dhahirah Governorate for possessing large quantities of cigarettes and chewing tobacco products intended for illegal trade.

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Thursday, November 5, 2026

MUSCAT : The arrest was carried out by the Oil and Gas Installations Security Police Headquarters, which found the individual in possession of the tobacco products during an operation in the concession area.


The ROP said legal procedures against the suspect are currently being completed.

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