The South African Police Service (SAPS) as part of a multiple intelligence driven takedown operation has seized counterfeit goods worth more than R94 million and arrested five foreign nationals in Gauteng and the Western Cape, in less than three weeks.
COURTESY: SAPSIn Gauteng officers seized more than R53 million worth of
counterfeit goods at self-storage facilities.
‘’[On]16 August 2024, counterfeit clothing and sneakers worth over R37 million were found in a self-storage facility in Doornfontein (Gauteng) and seized; 29 August 2024, counterfeit sanitary pads, deodorants and other consumables worth over R4.8 million were seized at a self-storage facility in Mayfair, Johannesburg (Gauteng); 29 August 2024, counterfeit sanitary pads, hair extensions, toothbrushes and other consumables worth over R9.3 million were seized at a small holding in Bredell, Kempton Park (Gauteng). The team also seized branded packaging, labels, machinery and other equipment used to manufacture counterfeit goods. Five Malawian nationals were also arrested for the contravention of both the Counterfeit Goods Act and the Immigration Act; 02 September 2024, counterfeit shoe polish, deodorant, toothbrushes and other consumables worth over R2 million were seized at a self-storage facility in Bonaero Park, Benoni (Gauteng),’’ explained Lieutenant Colonel Amanda van Wyk, SAPS spokesperson.
COURTESY: SAPSMeanwhile, in the Western Cape, officers confiscated counterfeit
goods on 25 August 2024, that included sneakers, clothing, watches and
backpacks worth more than R41 million at a shopping centre in Bellville.
COURTESY: SAPS‘’Police will continue to combat the illicit trade in
counterfeit goods, protecting legitimate businesses and consumers who are
subjected to sub standard products that pose health and safety risks,’’ said
van Wyk.
Done By: Elona Sibunzi
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