RCMP officers examine a semi-truck and trailer on Nov. 18, 2025, in Lloydminster, Alta., after a traffic stop led to the seizure of approximately 8.8 million unstamped cigarettes worth an estimated $7.65 million. (Screenshot/Alberta RCMP)

By Kenneth Cheung

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WATCH: More than 8 million unstamped cigarettes seized after Lloydminster traffic stop

Nov 24, 2025 | 3:45 PM

A routine traffic stop in Lloydminster led to the seizure of more than eight million unstamped cigarettes and the arrest of a British Columbia man.

RCMP say officers pulled over a semi-truck travelling on 44 Street early on Nov. 18 after the driver failed to provide required documentation for the load he was hauling.

Police obtained a search warrant following an inspection of the trailer and seized approximately 8.8 million unstamped tobacco cigarettes, with an estimated street value of about $7.65 million.

RCMP say the truck, trailer and cargo were also seized.

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Gurjant Singh, a 33-year-old resident of Surrey, B.C., has been charged with fraud over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, unlawful possession of tobacco products, possession of proceeds of crime, possession of more than 1,000 cigarettes and importing tobacco into Alberta.

He was brought before a justice and later released with conditions. He is scheduled to appear in Lloydminster provincial court on Dec. 16.

“This seizure represents a significant disruption to the illegal tobacco trade,” Sgt. Christopher Byford said in a statement, adding contraband operations undermine legitimate businesses and are often linked to organized crime.

RCMP are asking anyone with information to contact the Lloydminster detachment at 780-808-8400. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online.

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