Police seized suspected fake perfume while out on patrol in Bolton town centre today.

Officers say they came across individuals that were attempting to sell counterfeit items to the public and shared a picture of the items.

A spokesman for GMP Bolton South said: "We currently have officers on foot patrol in the town centre conducting routine patrols.

"Officers came across two individuals that were attempting to sell counterfeit items to the public - all items were seized and the individuals will be reported to Trading Standards."

Police have previously warned that illegal counterfeits can be dangerous and defective.

As well as causing genuine harm to the people who buy and use them, as well as those workers often exploited during their production.
The sale of counterfeit goods has been estimated to contribute to over 80,000 job loses each year in the UK by diverting funds away from legitimate traders and into the hands of criminals.

Police have stepped up patrols in Bolton town centre as part of an operation to stop shoplifting and reassure visitors.