Police have seized over £2 million worth of counterfeit items after raiding a shop on Camden High Street, arresting a 29-year-old man on suspicion of trademark offences.
Major Raid in Camden
City of London Police forced entry into the store in the early hours of Wednesday, February 26 as part of an ongoing crackdown on counterfeit goods.
Inside, officers found 4,230 fake designer items, including clothing, footwear, bags, and watches, all suspected to be counterfeit versions of high-end brands. Authorities estimate that the illicit operation would have caused a multi-million-pound loss to the legitimate fashion industry.
The suspect has since been released under investigation, as police continue their efforts to dismantle the illegal trade in counterfeit products in the area.
£://uknip.co.uk/news/uk/CRIME” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener” title=”Crime” data-wpil-keyword-link=”linked” data-wpil-monitor-id=”175881″>Crime Unit (PIPCU) at City of London Police, issued a stern warning:
“Selling counterfeit goods is illegal. Some consumers get conned, some end up with a poor-quality product, and the money that runs through the counterfeit goods trade funds organised crime.”
“Businesses in Camden that actively engage in this illegal activity should know that it is not a matter of if, but when, we will enter their store to take away their counterfeit stock.”
Ongoing Investigation
Police have confirmed that their investigations into the counterfeit goods trade in Camden are ongoing, with further raids and arrests expected.
The public is urged to be cautious when purchasing high-value goods from unofficial sources, as counterfeit products are often linked to criminal networks and can pose health and safety risks.
Anyone with information about shops selling fake goods is encouraged to contact Crimestoppers anonymously or report it to local police.
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