13 Arrested During World Cup Over Fake Merchandise Worth HK$159 Million Hong Kong's recent crackdown on counterfeit World Cup merchandise has yielded 13 arrests and seized over 240,000 suspected fake items worth HK$159 million.
The operation highlights a broader issue: the exploitation of young people by organized crime groups who prey on their desire for financial independence.
The involvement of minors in these schemes is particularly troubling. According to authorities, one minor was involved in such activities in 2024, while two were implicated last year.