3 men where arrested following traffic stop, in Formby

MERSEYSIDE Police have confirmed that 3 men where arrested following a traffic stop, in Formby, Merseyside. At around 4.30pm, on Thursday, 6 January 2016, Officers stopped a Transit van, on Elbow Lane, Formby and following a search of the vehicle, found what is believed to be either stolen or counterfeit designer clothing, including labels such as North Face and Jimmy Choo. 3 men, aged 64 years, 46 years and 21 years, all from the Formby area have been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods. They remain in police custody at this time. Detective Chief Inspector Gayle Rooney said:- "Handling counterfeit or stolen goods is a serious offence and not a victimless crime with legitimate businesses losing out. If you are offered cheap goods, no matter how good the 'bargain' appears to be, please don't buy them. Call the Police via:- 101 or Crimestoppers and tell us where and when you saw them."