Counterfeit goods worth £370,000 seized
According to South Yorkshire Police, about £370,000 worth of electronic devices, counterfeit vapes, vape liquids and cartridges were discovered after an inspection of a business in Rotherham.
Insp Darren Birley said the counterfeit vapes could have posed a health risk to users and were undercutting legitimate businesses.
He said: "Information provided by members of the public is vital in helping us gather intelligence, carry out inspections and execute warrants."
Rotherham South Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out the joint operation in Dinnington with Rotherham Council's Trading Standards Team on 5 March, following information reported by members of the public.
Insp Birley said the ongoing work was focused on ensuring the safety of local communities.
He added: "Working together on the issues that matter the most to local communities is what pushes us to achieve results like these.
"The hard work does not stop, and we will continue to focus on this issue."
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