Hanoi’s Police Department of Economic Affairs (PC03) has recently initiated criminal proceedings and charged three individuals with the production and consumption of counterfeit and substandard electric motorbikes.
Prior to this, on June 16, PC03 forces, in collaboration with the Department of Domestic Market Management and Development (under the Ministry of Industry and Trade), conducted simultaneous inspections of numerous electric motorbike businesses in Hanoi and Bac Ninh province. These locations were suspected of engaging in activities related to counterfeit and illicit goods.
As the investigation expanded, authorities raided a production facility in Bac Ninh province, seizing over 100 completed electric motorbikes without proper invoices or legal documentation. The vehicles displayed indications of counterfeit branding and origin, with an estimated total value exceeding one billion VND.
In addition to the finished products, the police also confiscated machinery, equipment, and materials used in the production of counterfeit electric bikes. They also uncovered a series of intricately forged documents, including sales invoices, technical inspection certificates, and certificates of origin.
According to initial investigative documents, the suspects meticulously planned and executed their operation. They collected data, designs, and technical specifications of genuine electric motorbike brands. Subsequently, they organized the production of counterfeit vehicles with similar appearances and specifications at a company based in Bac Ninh.
The assembled electric bikes were then transported to Hanoi for sale, accompanied by fake documents to legitimize their origin. Through these deceptive tactics, the group deceived both consumers and authorities while evading tax obligations.
Each counterfeit electric motorbike sold generated illegal profits ranging from three to four million VND for the group. However, the unregulated quality and lack of technical inspections posed significant risks to users, especially students, who are a primary customer demographic for this type of vehicle.
Law enforcement authorities consider this a severe case, impacting consumer rights and causing harm to legitimate businesses. The use of counterfeit electric motorbikes not only increases the risk of fires and road accidents but also exposes buyers to potential legal consequences if they unknowingly purchase vehicles without proper provenance.
Hanoi police are currently expanding their investigation to identify the involvement of other individuals and are collaborating with market management agencies to tighten inspections of electric motorbike businesses in the area.
Authorities also advise the public to carefully verify product information and accompanying documents when purchasing electric motorbikes, encouraging them to opt for reputable dealers and products with clear origins and comprehensive quality certifications.
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