Colorado Avalanche fans are lining up to buy new gear ahead of what they hope will be a Stanley Cup championship win Friday.
Federal authorities are working to identify online sellers, flea markets and street vendors selling fake gear during the Stanley Cup Final. Last year, the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center seized more than 267,000 counterfeit items worth an estimated $97.8 million.
“For all the fans looking to celebrate the Avs being a part of the playoffs by wearing a jersey or buying other merchandise, beware of fakes,” said Ryan L. Spradlin, HSI Denver Special Agent in Charge. “HSI along with the NHL will be diligent in looking for counterfeit merchandise being sold to unsuspecting fans in an effort to better protect consumers.”Avalanche jerseys were flying off the rack, despite it being nearly 100 degrees outside.
“There is nothing on this shirt that says it is Colorado Avalanche. It doesn’t have the Avalanche name. It doesn’t have the Avalanche logo,” said Edwards. “I’ve seen people get torn down.ICE has offered tips for fans to avoid being scammed:If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is.Check statements – keep a record of purchases and copies of confirmation pages to compare against bank statements. If there is a discrepancy, report it immediately.
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