Two women, aged 30 and 47, have been arrested in Singapore for their suspected involvement in the online sale of counterfeit luxury products following raids conducted in several parts of the island.
The operations were carried out by officers from the Singapore Police Force between 27 April and 19 May.
Raids took place in the areas of Yishun and Bukit Batok, including locations along Yishun Ring Road, Gambas Crescent, Bukit Batok West Avenue 4, and Bukit Batok Crescent.
More Than 400 Alleged Counterfeit Items Seized
During the enforcement operations, police seized more than 400 suspected trademark-infringing products.
The items included purported luxury:
- Handbags
- Wallets
- Watches
- Sunglasses
- Pouches
- Fashion accessories
Authorities estimated the street value of the seized goods to exceed S$14,800.
Photos released by police showed stacks of branded-looking products laid out during the raids, though investigators have not publicly disclosed which luxury brands were allegedly being imitated.
Online Counterfeit Sales Remain Enforcement Target
Police said the women are suspected of selling the counterfeit products through online channels, though no further details about the specific platforms involved have been released.
Investigations are currently ongoing.
The case highlights Singapore’s continued crackdown on counterfeit goods and intellectual property violations, especially as online marketplaces and social media platforms make it easier for fake products to reach consumers.
Offenders Face Heavy Penalties Under Singapore Law
Under Singapore’s Trade Marks Act 1998, possessing goods with falsely applied trademarks for trade purposes carries serious penalties.
Those convicted can face:
- A fine of up to S$100,000
- Up to five years’ imprisonment
- Or both
The police said they take intellectual property rights infringement seriously and warned that selling counterfeit products harms both legitimate businesses and consumers.
Authorities also stressed they would continue taking firm enforcement action against individuals profiting from fake luxury goods in Singapore’s growing online marketplace.