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13/10/2015
Two Arrested After Counterfeit Goods Seized In Newry
Two men have been arrested after police seized a large quantity of suspected counterfeit goods in Newry.
Police, supported by TSG officers, seized the goods following planned searches in the Blaney Road area, Crossmaglen, on Friday.
Two rooms of the property were arranged as viewing areas while a third room was used as a storeroom. Goods recovered included clothing with brand names Barbour, Ralph Lauren, Hollister, Michael Kors and Chanel as well as make-up, perfume, jewellery, watches and footwear. A small quantity of fireworks and bottles of potcheen were also recovered.
A 39-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man were arrested for making or supplying articles for use in connection with fraud, possessing criminal property and possession of articles for use in fraud.
They have been released on police bail.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
Police, supported by TSG officers, seized the goods following planned searches in the Blaney Road area, Crossmaglen, on Friday.
Two rooms of the property were arranged as viewing areas while a third room was used as a storeroom. Goods recovered included clothing with brand names Barbour, Ralph Lauren, Hollister, Michael Kors and Chanel as well as make-up, perfume, jewellery, watches and footwear. A small quantity of fireworks and bottles of potcheen were also recovered.
A 39-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man were arrested for making or supplying articles for use in connection with fraud, possessing criminal property and possession of articles for use in fraud.
They have been released on police bail.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
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