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4 people arrested for selling tobacco and e-cigarettes to minors during Operation Smoke Out

Four more suspects were arrested as part of Operation Smoke Out, a police initiative to combat the illegal sale of e-cigarettes to minors.

Police say Taghi Sidi was arrested at Bougatfa Zero Smoke Shop in Brentwood. Anthony Jordan was arrested at Mr. Vape in Islip Terrace.

According to authorities, both men are accused of selling tobacco to minors.

According to police, Imonie Woody was arrested for selling flavored e-cigarettes to minors at Irie Vaporization Wellness and Scents in Coram.

Hussain Shaiq was caught selling flavoured e-cigarettes to minors and faces charges of illegal possession of cannabis.

Authorities said nearly 30 arrests have been made since Operation Smoke Out began earlier this month.