In Marigliano, the Carabinieri Forestale intensified checks in the agri-food sector, uncovering an unlicensed street vendor selling untraceable food products. This led to the seizure of goods worth over €1.000 and fines of €6.000.
Marigliano – Safer dining for Christmas, but zero tolerance for those who exploit citizens' health. This is the outcome of the latest operation conducted by the Carabinieri Forestry Unit of Marigliano, who have intensified inspections of the agri-food sector in anticipation of the upcoming holidays.
The intervention, which is part of a broader Operational Plan implemented by the Naples Carabinieri Forestry Corps to combat unfair practices and protect consumers, brought to light a case of illegal trading and the sale of products potentially hazardous to public health.
During a patrol in the Marigliano countryside, conducted in collaboration with local police officers, law enforcement officers intercepted a street vendor selling goods on public property. The man had set up several tables displaying ready-to-sell food items, estimated to be worth more than €1.000.
The investigation revealed a picture of complete irregularity: the seller lacked any administrative authorization to operate the business. Even more serious, however, was the condition of the goods: the food products lacked any traceability documentation, making it impossible to establish their provenance and health and safety standards.
Faced with the violations discovered, the police proceeded with a heavy-handed approach: the entire shipment of goods was seized and immediately destroyed, to prevent it from ending up on the tables of unsuspecting consumers. The illegal street vendor was issued with hefty administrative fines, totaling over €6.000.
The operation confirms the high level of vigilance of the Naples Carabinieri Forestry Group, engaged in a widespread campaign to ensure high standards of food quality and safety, especially during a sensitive period like Christmas.
Details of the seizure During the raid the following were seized from the illegal market:
18 packs of products in oil;
20 kg of olives and lupins;
40 kg of dried fruit;
8 kg of chips.
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Comments (1)
This article is interesting, but I noticed a lot of things I didn't understand. I don't know if the seller really meant to harm you; maybe he was just having a hard time. The checks are helpful, but it also requires a bit of understanding.