From: The Stone & Eccleshall Gazette
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Counterfeit goods are shoddy imitations that will leave people out of pocket and could cause serious harm. Fake electrical goods are hazardous as they can cause fires and electrocution. Harmful substances such as high lead levels in perfume are a risk with counterfeit cosmetics. They are increasingly sold online. Legitimate traders suffer as a result of counterfeit sales; harming the local economy in the process. Money made also helps to fund organised criminal gangs.
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• Illicit tobacco is unregulated and cigarettes can be a fire risk as they do not burn out like legitimate products
