Authorities have seized tens of thousands of suspected counterfeit items from several booths at the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival in Indiana and arrested 24 people. Indiana State Police says it executed search warrants yesterday at the event in Mansfield. Charges include forgery and counterfeiting. Those arrested are from states including Illinois, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas. Authorities say the investigation started following citizen complaints in 2015. Items seized were believed to be imitations of brands including Nike, The North Face, Oakley, Adidas, Beats by Dre and professional sports leagues.
Arrests Made at Covered Bridge Festival
Mattoon, IL, USA / MyRadioLink.com
Oct 20, 2016 | 8:52 AM