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Record Counterfeit Soccer Jersey Bust Ahead of World Cup | Sports-Games
Police say two men face fraud charges after officers seized more than 16,000 fake jerseys, flags and hats from a Mississauga warehouse.
- On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Toronto Police Service announced the largest seizure of counterfeit soccer merchandise in Canadian history, recovering items valued at over $3.5 million from a Mississauga warehouse.
- Following a complaint from Lipkus Law LLP, a member of the Canadian Anti-Counterfeiting Network, investigators began their probe last month and traced fraudulent goods to a Mississauga warehouse supplying retail stores.
- Officers seized more than 16,000 items bearing fake FIFA, Nike, Adidas, and Puma branding, with a 41-year-old from Milton and a 62-year-old from Mississauga arrested and charged with fraud over $5,000.
- Deputy Chief Robert Johnson stated, 'This was a large-scale operation designed to exploit fans and take advantage of their love for sports,' while police proactively target crimes that spike during major sporting events.
- With Toronto expecting more than 300,000 visitors for the World Cup, the city will host six matches including Canada's June 12 opener, making the counterfeit crackdown critical before the tournament begins.
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Record Counterfeit Soccer Jersey Bust Ahead of World Cup | Sports-Games
Toronto Police made the largest seizure of counterfeit soccer jerseys in Canada's history, confiscating over C$3.5 million worth of fake merchandise. Two men were arrested for distributing these items, which included jerseys with fake FIFA and brand logos. The bust comes just ahead of Toronto hosting World Cup matches.
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