31/01/2014

Counterfeit Uggs Worth €1m Seized In Cork

Counterfeit Ugg boots with an estimated value of €1 million have been seized by gardaí and customs officers in Cork.

The counterfeit boots were found during a raid on an industrial unit in Hollyhill at about 10:30 on Thursday. Two men, aged 59 and 29, were arrested following the search.

It is understood that gardaí are liaising with foreign police forces to try and establish the origin of the suspected fake goods.

(MH/CD)

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