R200k's counterfeit and illicit goods confiscated in Mitchell's Plain

A 43-year-old man is expected to appear in the Mitchell’s Plain Magistrate’s Court soon, after he was found with counterfeit and illicit goods.

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Western Cape police spokesperson, Joseph Swartbooi, said officers pounced at a local business hub in Mitchells Plain on Monday, where they ensued with a search.

‘’They confiscated counterfeit and illicit goods ranging from expired food products, vape products and cigarettes as well as an undisclosed amount of cash. These products pose a health risk to communities and have a negative impact on registered businesses in the area,’’ said Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi.

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Swartbooi said the counterfeit goods were estimated at an amount of R200 000.

 

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 Done By: Sihle Jezile