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Three Men Arrested in $10 Million Fake Luxury Goods Operation

Authorities have denied them bail ahead of NSW Crime Commission proceedings to reclaim their seized assets

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Overview

  • Strike Force Alcova detectives from the Organised Crime Squad and NSW Crime Commission raided properties in Western Sydney targeting a syndicate that sold counterfeit luxury items on social media
  • Police confiscated nine high-end cars valued at about $3 million, more than 500 fake watches, handbags, clothing and shoes, $270,000 in cash and a gel blaster firearm
  • Investigators allege the group moved approximately $9.75 million in profits through various bank accounts after selling fake Rolex watches, Cartier bracelets and designer handbags
  • The three men have been charged with recklessly dealing in proceeds of crime and participating in a criminal group
  • The suspects from Fairfield East, Merrylands and Guildford are due to face Parramatta Local Court as the NSW Crime Commission begins asset recovery proceedings