R60-million in fake goods seized

The 12m container arrived from China on 16 December and was destined for a retail outlet in Springfield Park. Police spokesman, Colonel Vincent Mdunge confirmed that the police and customs officials had examined the goods, which were found to be fake.

The goods will be destroyed and Mdunge says that arrests in connection with the shipment are "imminent". The total value of counterfeit goods seized at the Durban harbour over the past year amounts to R10-billion.

Warrant Officer Johan Nortje, the investigating officer linked to a R100-million bust at the harbour last year, was shot outside his home after a hit on his life had allegedly been ordered by the masterminds of the counterfeiting empire.

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