HOUSTON (KCTV) - Dozens of fake Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl rings were seized in Houston by Customs and Border Protection officers last week.
Federal customs officers seized 75 counterfeit Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl championship rings from a shipment that arrived at George Bush Intercontinental Airport from China, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said.
The shipment arrived Oct. 30 from Guangzhou, China, according to CBP officers. It was labeled as containing “Hair Pins Metal,” according to CBP. Officers noticed the rings’ poor craftsmanship and held them while they checked their authenticity with the NFL. The NFL eventually confirmed the rings were fake according to CBP.
If they were authentic, CBP said the rings would have been worth least $750,000. The agency notified Homeland Security Investigations and provided information about the importer.
“Legitimate American businesses are often harmed by these global criminal organizations,” Leslie Fleming-Luczkowski, CBP Acting Director of Field Operations, said in a statement. “The sale of fake goods often funds money laundering, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities. CBP is on the front lines to ensure we protect the American people from defrauders while protecting businesses who play by the rules.”
CBP said Houston officers have also seized counterfeit watches, baby toys and FIFA World Cup merchandise in recent months.
To avoid counterfeit products, the agency recommends buying directly from trademark holders or authorized retailers. When shopping online, consumers should read seller reviews and check for a working phone number and address for the seller. CBP also advises shoppers to be wary of prices that seem too good to be true.
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