Federal police seize $28 million in fake Cartier watches
Federal law enforcement in Chicago intercepted an international shipment of 200 counterfeit Cartier watches sent from Hong Kong,China,destined for California. If real, these watches would have been valued at approximately $28 million. The packages were seized at Chicago O’Hare International Airport before reaching their final destination. Federal law enforcement officials in Chicago successfully intercepted an international shipment of approximately 200 counterfeit Cartier watches originating from Hong Kong, China. The shipment was intercepted at Chicago O’Hare International Airport before reaching California, it’s intended destination. If authentic, these watches would have been valued at around $28 million. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat counterfeit luxury goods and protect intellectual property rights. Authorities continue to investigate the source and distribution network associated wiht this shipment.
EXCLUSIVE — Federal law enforcement in Chicago seized an international shipment of 200 counterfeit Cartier watches concealed in two packages mailed from China.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Chicago O’Hare International Airport intercepted two shipments on Sept. 18 that contained 200 lookalike designer watches that, if authentic, would have retailed for $28 million, the Washington Examiner has learned. The packages were sent from Hong Kong, China, and bound for California, but were seized before making it to their final destination on time.
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