Aude prefecture closed three Carcassonne businesses for fraud

The Aude prefecture has ordered the immediate closure of three businesses in Carcassonne due to fraudulent sales practices. The closures, effective immediately, target "Alimentation Carcassonne," "Superette de la Gare," and "Eleven." The first two were caught selling illicit tobacco, while the third was selling manufactured tobacco in non-compliant conditions. These businesses will remain closed until mid-July, with "Eleven" facing a longer closure period. This action follows similar crackdowns in other regions, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat fraud.