The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has seized counterfeit goods worth an estimated 20 million baht during coordinated raids at storage areas inside a major shopping centre in Bangkok. Officers targeted locations suspected of storing products that violated trademark laws. The operation forms part of ongoing efforts to curb intellectual property crime in Thailand. Get today's headlines by email The raids took place at 14:00 on Thursday, 12 March 2026, under the direction of Pol. Maj. Yutthana Praedam, Director-General of the DSI, and Pol. Capt. Wisanu Chimtrakul, Deputy Director-General. Pol. Capt. Phonsan Therdsanguan, Director of the Intellectual Property Crime Bureau, led officers from the bureau and the Special Operations Division in executing the search operation. Officials from the Department of Intellectual Property were also present as observers. Authorities carried out searches under 17 warrants issued by the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court. The warrants allowed investigators to inspect storage areas within a well-known department store in Bangkok where counterfeit goods were believed to be kept. Officers conducted detailed searches of multiple locations during the operation. Investigators discovered large quantities of products including clothing, bags and other items bearing well-known international trademarks. Brands found on the seized goods included Christian Dior, Nike, Adidas, Gucci, Chanel and Louis Vuitton. The counterfeit items were confiscated as evidence, with the total estimated value of the seizure placed at approximately 20 million baht. Picture courtesy of Thaitabloid The DSI said the case would proceed under the Special Case Investigation Act B.E. 2547 (2004). Officials stated that further investigation and legal action would follow as authorities determine those responsible for the storage and distribution of the counterfeit merchandise. According to the DSI, suppressing intellectual property violations remains a priority for the agency. Authorities say counterfeit goods not only infringe the rights of trademark owners but can also harm Thailand’s economic system and potentially pose risks to consumers. The department added that stronger enforcement also supports efforts to improve Thailand’s international standing in the fight against intellectual property violations. Officials emphasised that cooperation between government agencies is essential to tackling the problem. Thaitabloid reported that members of the public are encouraged to report suspected intellectual property violations. The DSI has asked anyone with information to contact its hotline at 1202, which is available free of charge nationwide. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 15 Mar 2026
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