Suresh Mehta, 54, was arrested last Friday after investigators from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office raided his “Bene Del Mar” store in Del Mar Plaza. Authorities said they seized more than 150 counterfeit items, including handbags, luggage, watches, jewelry, sunglasses and scarves with an estimated value of $76,000.
Agents also seized counterfeit items bearing the brands Chanel, Burberry, Coach, Tiffany and Fendi.
Outside court, Deputy District Attorney William La Fond said employers who knowingly sell counterfeit merchandise should be aware “that they’re violating the law. This is a serious offense.”
