Counterfeiter splits on partner in crime
Equipment used in the production of about 8 000 counterfeit DVDs was confiscated by the EMPD.
ALBERTON – Swift action by the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department’s (EMPD) Community Service and Anti-Cable Theft Unit, resulted in the confiscation of thousands of copies of counterfeit DVDs in Katlehong.
Chief Superintendent Wilfred Kgasago, EMPD spokesperson, said they received a tip-off from a reliable source and decided to act on it at 06:00 on Monday, October 26.
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As a result, two suspects were arrested when they were found to be in possession of computers, DVD players, printers and 8 000 counterfeit DVDs, estimated to be worth around R150 000.
He said EMPD raided a house in the Radebe section where they first discovered about 4 000 counterfeit DVDs, two computer towers, two computer monitors, a DVD player and three printers.
This resulted in the arrest of a 30-year-old suspect who was charged at Ramokunupi Police Station in Katlehong.
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“Before being charged, the suspect decided to reveal the place where his partner in crime resides,” said Kgasago.
EMPD police members went to this house in the Sikhosana section, at 06:30, and, on searching the premises, they found the same number of counterfeit DVDs as well as similar equipment to that found in the Radebe section.
A 33-year-old was arrested and charged at Katlehong North Police Station.
Kgasago said both men face charges of contravening the Films and Publications Act No.65 of 1996 relating to producing, being in possession and distribution of counterfeit goods.
They are expected to make a brief appearance in the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court soon.
Kgasago further said the police will also investigate any traces of images that might be of a pornographic nature.
