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A series of incidents in Brazil including sexual abuse allegations against a judge, an arrest in a counterfeit cigarette operation, and increased fatalities due to heavy rainfall in Minas Gerais were reported.

Authorities in Maceió, Brazil, have shut down an illegal factory producing counterfeit weight loss pens and arrested a suspect with a criminal history.

A Federal Court in the state of Paraíba, Brazil, has sentenced three men for their role in a scheme to circulate counterfeit R$ 200 notes in commercial establishments in Campina Grande and nearby cities.

Over R$ 50,000 worth of counterfeit shoes and clothing were seized from a store in Serrinha, Bahia, following a complaint to federal authorities.

Jose Alejandro Zamora Yrala has been sentenced for selling counterfeit aircraft parts, which endangered passenger safety and disrupted airline operations globally.

Authorities in Šiauliai and Utena have discovered counterfeit 50 euro notes during recent investigations, prompting criminal inquiries into the production and distribution of fake currency.

Police discovered multiple counterfeit 50 euro banknotes in two Lithuanian cities, Šiauliai and Utena.

Three individuals were arrested in Bulandshahr, India, for printing fake 500 rupee notes to repay a loan of 5 million rupees.

Ahead of Holi and Ramadan, food safety authorities in Ghaziabad and Hapur launched a crackdown on adulterators, destroying significant quantities of counterfeit dairy products.

Customs in Garching-Hochbrück has seized a truckload of potentially dangerous and counterfeit bedding from Turkey, which violated trademark rights and safety standards.

A London airline parts firm head was sentenced to prison for selling fraudulent aircraft engine parts, raising global safety concerns.

A 30-year-old man was arrested for showing off counterfeit bills totaling 6 billion won after his ex-girlfriend attempted to cash them.

A former DJ has been sentenced to prison for orchestrating a significant fraud involving the sale of counterfeit aircraft parts to airlines worldwide.

Counterfeit 50 euro notes are increasingly being reported by shopkeepers, especially in the Pescara region of Italy, posing a risk as they are difficult to identify.

NAFDAC has issued a warning regarding tampered SMA Gold First Infant Milk Formula detected in Kaduna, raising concerns over consumer safety.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has seized over ₦3 billion worth of banned and counterfeit cosmetic products in Lagos.

Swedish police in Norrköping are warning about counterfeit 500-kronor bills following recent incidents of fraud involving these fake notes.

Swedish criminal gangs are now selling counterfeit weight loss medications, such as Ozempic, revealing a concerning trend in illegal drug markets.

A couple was arrested in Suzano, Brazil, for operating a clandestine laboratory that produced counterfeit weight loss medication.

The Polish Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector has announced the withdrawal of popular antiseptic Octenisept from pharmacies due to the circulation of counterfeit products.

A new law against forgery in Greece seeks to address the extensive international network behind the production and distribution of counterfeit artworks.

Brazil's health regulatory agency Anvisa has seized counterfeit batches of several drugs including Mounjaro and prohibited the compounding of hormonal implants.

The Spanish National Police seized a counterfeit facial rejuvenation machine in Madrid that was used to conduct treatments on patients without their knowledge.

A Japanese employee was arrested for illegally entering a US Navy base in Yokosuka, Japan, using a counterfeit military ID card, claiming to have a fascination with the US military.

A Moldovan asylum seeker has been detained for presenting counterfeit documents to Lithuanian border guards after escaping from a reception center.

A Nigerian businessman has been fined N2.5 million and ordered to perform community service after importing counterfeit medications.

A woman and her accomplice were arrested in Campinas, Brazil, for attempting to use counterfeit money to purchase a vehicle.

Two men in Saitama Prefecture were arrested for allegedly possessing counterfeit Bonbon Drop Stickers intended for sale, violating trademark laws.

The article discusses a situation where users experience difficulties loading a webpage, which may be linked to cyber scammers using a counterfeit version of Sportisimo.

The police dismantled a major factory in Girona responsible for producing four million fake perfumes annually, leading to the arrest of seven individuals and investigations into eleven others.

Quebec provincial police have arrested two men involved in a sophisticated counterfeit ID and credit card operation, following a raid that uncovered numerous forged documents.

The Czech Trade Inspection Authority reported a significant decrease in counterfeit item seizures, totaling almost 22,000 in the last year.

Only one criminal indictment has been filed for looting due to soldiers' actions during wars in Gaza and Lebanon, which ended in a settlement after it was shown that most of the money involved was counterfeit.

The Louvre museum is at the center of an alleged $16 million counterfeit ticketing scam, involving tour guides and museum employees.

A young man in Bamberg used a counterfeit 50-euro note to pay for a kebab, leading to the discovery of more counterfeit money in a subsequent police investigation.

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Boa Vista for possessing R$ 600 in counterfeit money, intending to use it for purchasing drugs.

A sophisticated fraud network has caused over $11 million in losses at the Louvre Museum in Paris through counterfeit tickets used over the past decade.

The article discusses the risks of counterfeit alcohol and contaminated ice during Brazil's Carnival season, emphasizing the difficulty in identifying harmful adulterations.

As Carnival festivities commence in Brazil, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock has issued guidance on how to identify safe alcoholic beverages and avoid counterfeit products.

The Military Police in Franca, SP, seized over three thousand liters of liquid soap counterfeit products and arrested three men suspected of involvement in the crimes of product forgery and criminal association.

Employees of the Louvre museum in France were detained by police for selling counterfeit tickets.

The UK's medicines regulator warns men against purchasing unauthorized erectile dysfunction pills online due to the risks of counterfeit products containing toxic substances.

The article provides guidelines for identifying counterfeit alcoholic beverages during Brazil's Carnival season, emphasizing the dangers of adulterated drinks after cases of methanol contamination resulted in fatalities in Pernambuco.

Influencer Mari Maria defends her makeup brand after claims that the product used by BBB contestant Maxiane may have been counterfeit following a viral incident.

The Brazilian Federal Police conducted search and seizure warrants in Alagoas as part of an investigation into a national scheme for the production and distribution of counterfeit money.

The Kano State Task Force has confiscated over N1.5 billion worth of illicit and expired drugs during a raid in the Kumbotso Local Government Area.

Three men have been released after an initial hearing but remain charged with the use of counterfeit 20-kroner coins.

Europol has reported the confiscation of €1.2 billion in counterfeit money, primarily from China, as part of a coordinated operation targeting European currency counterfeiting.

A mother nearly died after using counterfeit weight loss injections purchased from a beautician on WhatsApp.

A 63-year-old man was arrested in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, for illegally selling weight loss medications using counterfeit prescriptions.