03/09/2010

Counterfeit Car Parts Found In Armagh

A large number of illegal car parts have been found during a police raid in Co. Armagh.

The sub-standard parts, which included brake pads, were found at a premises on the Concession Road in the Cullaville area on Wednesday.

A large sum of cash was also found.

The raid was carried out by the PSNI in conjunction with Trading Standards.

Anyone with concerns that sub-standard parts had been fitted to their vehicle should contact Trading Standards or the police.

(KMcA/GK)

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