Rome Habib Market Raid: Illegal Cigarette Seizure and Employee Arrest
On May 7, 2024, the Rome Police Department’s specialized units conducted a raid on Rome Habib Market, confiscating a significant quantity of illegal cigarettes and currency. Eissa Mohamed Ahme Alsamat, an employee, faces felony charges. This is the third such raid on the premises, leading to a one-year revocation of its occupancy certificate.
Key Updates:
- Seizure Details: 185 cartons and 187 loose packs of illegal cigarettes were seized.
- Arrest: Eissa Mohamed Ahme Alsamat was arrested for possessing over 30,000 illegal cigarettes.
- Previous Incidents: Similar raids in 2023 resulted in felony charges for possessing over 10,000 illegal cigarettes.
- Occupancy Revoked: Due to repeated offenses, the market’s occupancy certificate has been revoked for a year.
