VOICED : Frances smugglers hike the Pyrenees

Patrick's team is on a mission in the Pyrenees, originally a WWII refuge, now a hotspot for tobacco smuggling. The video explores the organized networks and individuals involved in smuggling due to high cigarette taxes in France. It highlights the economic impact, with French smokers turning to Andorra for cheaper options. Customs intercepts large quantities, but smugglers often carry much more than the legal limit. The video concludes with a look at the tactics used by smugglers and the ongoing challenge of curbing the black market.

What was Patrick's original mission in the Pyrenees during World War II?

• To assist French smokers

• To explore the mountains

• To locate guerrilla fighters and Jewish fugitives

• To find tobacco smugglers

Why are French smokers interested in buying cigarettes from Andorra?

• Cigarettes are of better quality

• Andorra has a wider variety of brands

• Prices are significantly lower in Andorra

• Andorra is closer to France

What is the legal limit for bringing tobacco into France?

• Ten kilos

• Five kilos

• Two kilos

• Fifteen kilos

How much profit can a smuggler make per bag of tobacco?

• €1000

• €500

• €1500

• €2000

What is a significant challenge faced by law enforcement in tackling tobacco smuggling?

• Poor weather conditions

• Lack of manpower

• High profit margins for smugglers

• Inadequate technology