Toronto Police Say Seizure of Alleged Counterfeit Soccer Jerseys Is Largest in Canadian History
Toronto police are calling a recent seizure of more than $3 million in counterfeit soccer jerseys the largest in Canadian history as the FIFA World Cup gets ready for kickoff next weekend. Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with the investigation and police allege that proceeds from the multimillion-dollar counterfeit merchandise ring were being used to fund organized crime.
TL;DR
- Toronto police seized over $3.5 million worth of counterfeit soccer jerseys and flags.
- This seizure is the largest of its kind in Canadian history.
- Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with the counterfeit merchandise ring.
- Police allege the proceeds from the operation were used to fund organized crime.
- Over 16,000 counterfeit items, including fake trophies from major brands, were confiscated.