Ho Chi Minh City police dismantle major counterfeit perfume trafficking ring

Acting on directives from the Ministry of Public Security aimed at intensifying efforts to combat smuggling, commercial fraud, counterfeit goods, and intellectual property violations, Ho Chi Minh City police on Wednesday dismantled the counterfeit perfume network led by Lu Hung Phat, 30, and his wife Tran Thi Bich Lien, 29, both residents of Binh Tan District.

Investigations revealed that the fake perèumes were sourced from individuals who had smuggled goods from China into Vietnam.

Phat and Lien then rented multiple locations across Ho Chi Minh City to store the products. 

They hired five individuals to sort and package the counterfeit perfumes under the guise of well-known brands such as Chanel, Bvlgari, and YSL.

The ring exploited social media platforms, online groups, and express delivery services to distribute the counterfeit items to customers in various provinces and cities across Vietnam.

Police simultaneously raided three locations used for business registration, packaging, and storage.

Police officers also arrested Phat, Lien, and five other individuals. 

They are currently under investigation for the sale of counterfeit goods, smuggling, tax evasion, and other related offenses, and will be strictly prosecuted in accordance with the law.

The successful dismantling of this criminal ring once again affirms the determination and effectiveness of the Ho Chi Minh City police department in their intensified campaign against smuggling and counterfeit goods, contributing to maintaining public order, protecting consumer rights, and ensuring a healthy business environment.