A man has pleaded guilty at Peterborough Magistrates’ Court to selling counterfeit goods at a local car boot sale.
Mohammed Imran Malik pleaded guilty to seven offences relating to the alleged sale and supply of counterfeit items at the weekly Bizzy Boot sale, held on the Wellington Street car park in Peterborough.
An investigation by Trading Standards found that Malik sold thousands of pounds worth of fake designer clothing and perfumes.
Peterborough Magistrates’ Court heard the charges under the Trade Marks Act 1994, with the alleged offences occurring in July 2016.
Charges were brought forward following an investigation by Peterborough City Council.
The court heard how Malik, 26, of Star Road, Peterborough admitted to the offences, following the seizure of of counterfeit items worth around £10,000 to £12,000 – including counterfeit Nike trainers, Dior perfumes, Lacoste polo shirts and Ralph Lauren polo shirts.
Malik was released on unconditional bail to next appear at Peterborough Crown Court for sentencing at a date to be confirmed. The city council will also seek a Proceeds of Crime judgment against Malik.
Head of regulatory services for Peterborough City Council, Peter Gell, said:
“The sale of fake goods is not only damaging to the Trademark Holders who own the brands – but also to the legitimate businesses of Peterborough, who are trading fairly and are being undercut by those who think it is fine to sell counterfeit items.”
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