13/02/2019

Counterfeit Clothing Worth Estimated €500k Seized In Co Louth

Counterfeit clothing worth an estimated €500,000 has been seized by gardaí in County Louth.

The seizure was made when officers raided a house on Bridge Street, Ardee, acting on a warrant under Section 25 of the Trades Mark Act, 1996.

During the search, officers uncovered a "substantial amount" of Adidas, Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss and Ralph Lauren-branded clothing.

Packaging and documentation was also seized.

Garda have said that no arrests were made during the operation and that their investigation was ongoing.

(MH/CM)

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