Tarbell Sentenced for Cigarette Smuggling
BUFFALO, N.Y. – In a shocking turn of events, Ian Tarbell, a 46-year-old resident of Hogansburg, NY, was sentenced to 15 months in prison for possession of contraband cigarettes.
According to sources, Tarbell was arrested on February 18, 2016 in Pembroke, NY, following a traffic stop by the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. The defendant was driving a truck that was pulling a trailer loaded with untaxed and unstamped cigarettes.
The investigation revealed that Tarbell was transporting more than 900,000 unstamped and untaxed cigarettes, with a total tax liability of over $300,000.
The sentencing of Tarbell is the result of a joint investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, and the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
Tarbell’s conviction marks a significant blow to cigarette smugglers and tax evaders in the region. The case serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of engaging in such activities.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Russell T. Ippolito, Jr. handled the case, stating that the defendant’s actions were a clear violation of federal and state laws.
Tarbell’s sentence is a testament to the commitment of law enforcement agencies to combating cigarette smuggling and protecting the public purse.
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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