Firebombs and gang wars: The bloody fallout of Australia’s tobacco crackdown
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The Tragic Intersection of Innocence and Organized Crime in the Tobacco Wars
This chapter examines the tragic death of a young woman caught in the crossfire of the illicit tobacco market, shedding light on the violent struggles between organized crime syndicates. It discusses how rising cigarette prices and heavy taxation have inadvertently driven a thriving black market, leading to increased gang violence and threats against businesses.
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