Sniffer dog Bran scouts out thousands of illegal cigarettes in Walsall
Illegal goods and a weapon were seized by officers
Last updated 17th Mar 2026
A sniffer dog has helped officers seize thousand of illegal cigarettes and 1.8kg of tobacco in Walsall.
West Midlands Police joined up with Trading Standards, and carried out raids on shops selling illegal goods in the town.
What did they find?
Sniffer dog Bran helped sniff out 7,000 illegal cigarettes, 1.8 kilos of tobacco and 37 illegal vapes from two shops and two cars.
Officers also seized an offensive weapon and 30 canisters of nitrous oxide.
Appeal
Neighbourhood policing supervisor, Sergeant Mark Collins, is urging residents to contact the police if they notice anyone illegally selling alcohol, drugs or vapes.
He said: “Our teams in Walsall carry out daily patrols and operations aimed at keeping you safe.
“We will continue to support the Trading Standards team in their efforts to combat traders selling illegal goods in Walsall."