New York smuggling ring busted
NEW YORK-
The suspect, Jianfeng Guo (Jian-FANG' GWO), pleaded not guilty
on Wednesday to charges of trademark counterfeiting. Bail was set
at $500,000.
His attorney did not immediately return a call for comment.
Prosecutors say the 29-year-old Guo ran the business out of a
Queens warehouse. Three floors and a basement were filled with
counterfeit goods, including high-end clothing, batteries, soap,
razors and toys. Guo's girlfriend also is charged.
Prosecutors say the knockoffs were manufactured in China and
shipped by boat through the Panama Canal. The items were destined
for sale throughout New York City.
