800 suspected counterfeit items seized from one Wolverhampton store
An investigation has been launched
Last updated 12th Feb 2026
A large quantity of suspected counterfeit clothing has been seized in Wolverhampton.
Officers seized more than 800 suspected fake items in one store.
The items ranged from counterfeit coats to shoes and accessories and included brands such as The North Face, Calvin Klein and Nike.
An investigation has been launched and the items will be examined by Trading Standards.
Councillor Bhupinder Gakhal, cabinet member for resident services at City of Wolverhampton Council, said: “Although it may seem like it, selling counterfeit clothing is not a victimless crime.
“Not only do counterfeiters mislead the public into thinking they are spending their money on a genuine product, that money could be used to fund other illegal activities such as forced labour, drug trafficking or cyber crime.
“Many people do knowingly buy counterfeit goods, but I would ask them to think carefully about parting with their cash for fake goods. Please ask yourself who you want to give your money to.”