Joint Taskforce Arrests 28 In Counterfeit Goods Probe
Joint Taskforce Arrests 28 In Counterfeit Goods Probe
In 2007, the taskforce netted about $14 million in pirated items. This year, the task force has confiscated about $11 million in fake merchandise. Those arrested in the most recent raids will be charged with selling, distributing and manufacturing counterfeit merchandise. Most of the items confiscated were knock-offs of well-known brands and products including Sony, Nike, Coach and others. Merchandise included electronics, clothing, videotapes and DVDs, and computer games.
While the most recent raids were conducted in advance of the holidays, the taskforce says its activities are year-round and enforcement will continue as long as pirated goods are being sold in the area.
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