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FILE | Police seize counterfeit goods
Police in Bloemfontein in the Free State have arrested six foreign nationals and seized counterfeit goods valued at more than R19 million during raids in the CBD.
The search and seizure warrants were executed in accordance with the Customs and Excise Act at targeted shops.
“The operation which lasted for two days led to the confiscation of more than 13 000 counterfeit items of high-end luxury brands that include clothing, shoes bags and jewelry. Six foreign nationals were arrested for contravening the Immigration Act. One of the suspects is also facing an additional charge for resisting arrest,” says police spokesperson Amanda Van Wyk .
#sapsHQ This week, the SAPS seized counterfeit goods valued at more than R19 million and arrested six foreign nationals during separate take-down operations in Bloemfontein.
Over the course of two days, more than 13 000 counterfeit items were confiscated that included clothing,… pic.twitter.com/29hF8NCn6N— SA Police Service 🇿🇦 (@SAPoliceService) June 29, 2025
