Counterfeit goods to the value of R20 million seized in Bruma, Johannesburg
South African Police Service (SAPS)
Picture: @SAPoliceService/Twitter JOHANNESBURG - Counterfeit items worth R20 million have been seized by police thanks to multi-disciplinary operations carried out in Johannesburg. Police said that they arrested 35 suspects in Bruma in connection with the alleged possession of counterfeit goods. One of the suspects was charged with violating the Counterfeit Goods Act. Police Spokesperson Amanda van Wyk said that 34 of the suspects were foreign nationals and had allegedly violated the Immigration Act. "Acting on intelligence gathered, the team executed search and seizure warrants in accordance with the Customs and Excise Act and the Counterfeit Goods Act. The operation led to the seizure of over 24,000 counterfeit items, including branded clothing, footwear, handbags, perfumes, jewellery, and cell phone accessories."
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