According to SAPS statement: The Gauteng Counterfeit Unit, in collaboration with Brand Protectors, Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD)
Bylaws, Public Order Police JHB, Sedibeng, Westrand, and the Commercial Crime Unit, conducted a series of successful operations in the Johannesburg and Tshwane Districts, targeting counterfeit and illicit goods from 08 December to 11 December 2025.
During the operations, police seized goods worth over R37.6 million and a total of 63,785 counterfeit items, including consumables, clothing, shoes, cellphone accessories, and illicit honey.In Lenasia, police seized 6,014 counterfeit consumables and 160 units of illicit honey.
In Johannesburg Central, 13,130 counterfeit consumables and 43,529 counterfeit clothing and shoes were seized. In Mamelodi, 952 counterfeit items were seized.
These operations demonstrate the unit’s commitment to combating counterfeit goods and protecting consumers and businesses.
NB: Amongst the illegal stuff that cross or enter into the country are the kidnapped human beings mostly children [women].
While others are those illegal immigrants who come into the country and end up committing some sort of crime.
Note: Few days ago two police officers were killed by the same illegal immigrants while everyday cars are being stolen.
BY LUCKY SEANEGO
