More than 2,500 fake items seized from Accrington shop

Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:45

By Central Radio News

More than 2,500 items of suspected fake goods have been seized from a shop in Accrington.

The premises on Blackburn Road was visited by officers from the Hyndburn Neighbourhood Policing Team and Trading Standards on Friday 27 October.

Inside, they found and seized:

More than 1,800 garments, including coats and tracksuits, all with designer branding
333 bottles of perfume
145 pairs of trainers
215 sandals with designer branding
221 items of suspected counterfeit make up
An array of sunglasses, bags, hats, and badges

The visit was conducted following information that the shop had been selling counterfeit clothing. The items seized by officers will now be examined by Trading Standards as part of their ongoing enquiries.

T/Insp. Sarah Frankland from the Hyndburn Neighbourhood Policing Team said: "The sale of counterfeit goods is far from a victimless crime. While these items may appear to be a bargain, they can often be poor quality, unsafe, and leave consumers out of pocket. Counterfeit products also harm legitimate businesses that work hard to trade fairly and contribute to our local economy.

"We would encourage anyone with information about the sale of counterfeit goods to report it to us or Trading Standards so we can take appropriate action."

Councillor Joshua Roberts, cabinet member for Rural Affairs, Environment and Communities at Lancashire County Council, said: "There is no place for counterfeit goods in Lancashire, and this seizure of more than 2,500 items shows we will take action against those who sell them.

"Fake goods can put consumers at risk and undercut honest businesses. Our Trading Standards officers will continue working with Lancashire Police to disrupt this illegal trade and protect our communities.

"Anyone with information about the sale of counterfeit goods can report it to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133."