The counterfeit goods, which may have included luxury items, electronics, and other high-demand products, were then distributed across the country, depriving legitimate businesses of revenue and posing potential risks to consumers.

While eight individuals have been detained, the alleged mastermind of the operation remains at large and is believed to be in China.

Authorities are working closely with international law enforcement agencies to track down and apprehend the fugitive.

The case underscores the ongoing challenge of combating international smuggling networks that exploit weaknesses in the supply chain and customs enforcement processes.