DSI Seizes Over 30,000 Counterfeit Items in Major Bangkok and Samut Sakhon Raid
Thai authorities have confiscated more than 30,000 counterfeit clothing items valued at 15 million baht following raids on warehouses and shops in Bangkok and Samut Sakhon.
On November 11, 2026, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) executed five search warrants issued by the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court. The operation targeted major retailers and storage facilities suspected of distributing counterfeit goods in the Pratunam area of Bangkok’s Ratchathewi district and in Mueang Samut Sakhon, Samut Sakhon province. According to DSI officials, including Director-General Pol. Capt. Piya Raksakul, the coordinated raids resulted in the seizure of over 30,000 items of clothing bearing unauthorized trademarks, such as PUMA, Stussy, and The North Face. The total value of the confiscated merchandise is estimated at 15 million baht. Representatives from the affected brand owners were present during the operation to assist in identifying the illicit goods. For residents and travelers, this enforcement action highlights ongoing efforts by Thai authorities to curb the sale of intellectual property-infringing products in popular shopping districts. While these specific locations have been cleared, the broader investigation into the distribution network remains ongoing. It is not yet confirmed if further raids are planned or if additional suspects will be apprehended as the DSI continues to process the evidence collected from the sites.
