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- Police seized R10 million worth of counterfeit goods from shops at a Bellville shopping complex.
- The ongoing effort targets illicit trade and protects local businesses.
- More than 40 shops were targeted during the operation resulting in the seizure of high-end counterfeit branded goods.
Police seized R10 million worth of counterfeit goods from shops at a Bellville shopping complex, following a second operation within a week that totals over R100 million in seizures; the ongoing effort targets illicit trade and protects local businesses.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) National and Western Cape Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Units conducted an operation at a shopping complex in Bellville on Tuesday. According to a statement, more than 40 shops were targeted during the operation; this resulted in the seizure of high-end counterfeit branded clothing, shoes, bags, watches, sunglasses, caps and branded packaging.
The multidisciplinary team involved members from SAPS, the Cape Town Metropolitan Police Department, City of Cape Town Law Enforcement and brand protectors. The operation followed a similar takedown at the same shopping complex a week prior; that operation resulted in the seizure of counterfeit goods valued at more than R98 million.
Combined, the two operations led to the seizure of counterfeit goods worth over R100 million within one week. These efforts are part of nationwide initiatives aimed at dismantling the trade in counterfeit and illicit goods.
Frequently asked questions
What was the total value of counterfeit goods seized in the recent operations?
Combined, the two operations led to the seizure of counterfeit goods worth over R100 million within one week; this represents a significant investment in combating illicit trade across South Africa.
How many shops were involved in the Bellville operation?
More than 40 shops were targeted during the operation at a shopping complex in Bellville; demonstrating the scale of the counterfeit goods trade being addressed by law enforcement agencies within the Cape Town area.
What kind of counterfeit items were seized?
The operation resulted in the seizure of high-end counterfeit branded clothing, shoes, bags, watches, sunglasses, caps and branded packaging; highlighting the diverse range of goods being targeted by these illicit trade activities.
When did this operation take place?
The SAPS National and Western Cape Counterfeit and Illicit Goods Units conducted an operation at a shopping complex in Bellville on Tuesday; indicating ongoing efforts to disrupt counterfeit markets within the region.
Source: sanews.gov.za, dailyvoice.co.za
