Counterfeit factory closed down in Durban CBD

29 June 2016 - 20:57 By TMG Digital

The Hawks’ Counterfeit Team has closed down a counterfeit factory in the Durban CBD. Hawks spokesman Captain Simphiwe Mhlongo said the team had received a complaint from a Nike brand holder about street vendors who were selling the brand on the street.“Hawks members pursued the information that led them to a certain building in the Durban CBD. A search warrant was obtained and an operation was conducted yesterday (Tuesday)‚” Mlongo said‚ adding that the Nike brand protection manager was at the scene to identify their brand.Counterfeits goods comprising Nike‚ Puma‚ Vans‚ Levis‚ Adidas and Roxy branded clothing valued at about R900‚000 were seized. Members also seized sewing machines and other equipment used to manufacture counterfeits goods.“The owner of the factory is still at large and no arrest has been made at this stage‚” Mhlongo said...

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