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Counterfeit Bill Scam Targeting In-N-Out Burger Spots Leads to 2 Arrests
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Counterfeit Cash Scheme Targeting In-N-Out Leads to Two Arrests

Two women were arrested after investigators linked a dozen locations to the same counterfeit scam.

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MF DOOM's Name and Likeness Used in Counterfeit Temu Products, Multimillion-Dollar Lawsuit Alleges

The lawsuit cites multiple examples of allegedly willful infringement.

Framed memorabilia featuring Peyton Manning's Colts jersey and photos, alongside a Reggie Miller Pacers jersey.
Life

Man at Center of Huge 'Counterfeit Sports Memorabilia' Investigation Found Dead

"It was an addiction," the man allegedly said, confessing to the crime on social media.

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Rick Ross Responds to Claim That His $3 Million Audemars Piguet Is Fake

Rozay previously shared that he named the watch "green pepper."

tara mahadevan736 days ago
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More Than 23 Million Fake Watches Are Circulating Around the Country, New Data Shows

Of the millions of fakes, per the data, "at least half" are falsely presented as being Rolex pieces.

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Toronto Police Seize Almost $2 Million of Counterfeit Nike, Puma Goods at Discount Brand Store

Last week, Toronto police seized just under $2 million of counterfeit clothing at Brands Gone Wild, a store that sells marked-down old stock from name brands.

Louis Pavlakos1091 days ago
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Raid of 'Real Housewives' Star Jen Shah's Home by Feds Turns Up Fake Designer Bags and Jewelry

In a raid of 'Real Housewives' star Jen Shah's home as part of her fraud case, authorities allegedly found a number of knockoff designer handbags and jewelry.

taramhdvn1188 days ago
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Boutique Owner Charged After Discovery of $40 Million in Fake Prada, Dior, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton Pieces

The woman, who is due back in court early next month, has been charged with two counts of second-degree trademark counterfeiting over the alleged operation.

Trace William Cowen1253 days ago
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Life

Husband and Wife Who Carried Out $31.8 Million Counterfeit Coupon Scheme Sentenced to Prison

A Virginia husband and wife were handed lengthy prison sentences for crafting counterfeit coupons in a scheme authorities estimate was worth $31.8 million.

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Nipsey Hussle’s Estate Takes Legal Action Over Fake Merchandise Sellers

The estate alleges that a number of parties are involved in the potentially collaborative selling of fraudulent merch using Nipsey Hussle-related trademarks.

Trace William Cowen1652 days ago
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Father and Son Behind Fake Supreme Operation Sentenced and Charged $10.4 Million

Michele Di Pierro, 53, has been hit with eight years while his son Marcello, 24, got three years after Supreme said the two pretended to be owners.

Brenton Blanchet1716 days ago
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Ohio Man Arrested on Burglary Charges After Allegedly Giving Dancer Counterfeit Money

An Ohio man is facing burglary charges following an incident where he allegedly ran into a stranger's home after a dancer maced him over counterfeit money.

Gavin Evans1730 days ago
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More Than 11 Million Counterfeit N95 Masks Seized by Homeland Security

3M, a leading mask manufacturer, helped in the government's efforts by providing leads. As the DHS said, the scam is "taking advantage of our fears."

Trace William Cowen1854 days ago
Fake Dior Jordans Chunky Dunky SBs Seized CBP
Sneakers

Fake Dior Jordans, Chunky Dunky SBs, Viagra Pills, and More Seized in Customs Bust

Dior Air Jordans and 'Chunky Dunky' Nike SBs among $32 million in counterfeit product seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Click for more on the story.

Brandon Richard1917 days ago
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Sneakers

This Canadian App Will Protect You From Buying Fake Sneakers

ARthentix founder Norm Lai and Urban Necessities' Jaysee Lopez tell about the new sneaker-authentication app they're hoping more resellers will start using.

Calum Marsh1982 days ago
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Louis Vuitton Busts Up Massive Fake Bags Operation in China

The operation is said to have involved an LV sales rep at the Guangzhou store. The rep has since been fired, with the company noting its zero-tolerance policy.

Trace William Cowen2022 days ago
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Amazon Establishes Counterfeit Crimes Unit in Fight Against Knockoffs

Amazon has launched the Counterfeit Crimes Unit made up of former federal prosecutors, investigators, and data analysts to limit knockoffs on the site.

Jose Martinez2093 days ago

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