Kumanovo man arrested with smuggled goods; van contained over 1,000 items

On September 18, 2026 at 11:37 a.m. police arrested a man from Kumanovo after officers discovered a large quantity of smuggled goods in his van. According to the initial report, the vehicle contained more than 1,000 different items.

Seizure and procedure

The items were removed from the van and secured by investigators. Authorities say the goods are of varied types, described only as "different items" in the report, and have been taken into custody as evidence.

No name or personal details of the arrested man were released at the time of publication. Investigators have opened a case and the matter has been referred to the competent authorities for further action.

Police told reporters they will continue the investigation and will provide additional information when available. At this stage, officials have not published details about the origin, estimated value or intended destination of the seized goods.

The arrest and seizure were reported on 18 September 2026 at 11:37.

Photo: press material from the event