Woolwich town centre shop fined £15,000

A Woolwich shop on General Gordon Square has been fined £15,000 for selling a vape to a 14-year-old and stocking illegal vapes.

Cell Fone City at Green’s End and its Director Mr Aslam pled guilty to possessing illegal vapes as well as guilty to selling a vape to an underage child.

Greenwich Council state:

“This sentencing comes after Mr Aslam received guidance from the council on vape safety requirements in October 2024.

“The following month, the shop was visited and 209 illegal vapes were identified in a sales cabinet as well as in a box behind the counter. Mr Aslam claimed that the vapes were not for sale and were awaiting collection by their supplier.

“In May 2025, the business sold a vape to a 14-year-old test purchaser. The staff member who sold this fled the premises and all other staff members denied that he worked there.

“On 14 May at Bromley Magistrates Court, Cell Fone City Ltd was hit with an £8,190 fine and costs of £4,810 totalling £13,000, in addition to Mr Aslam having to pay a £2,080 fine.”