(NZ) New Zealand biker gang warns consumers not to buy counterfeit insignia

The Mongrel Mob, a New Zealand street gang with a history of violence, has issued a warning to those considering buying clothes bearing fake versions of its insignia. This follows the sale of unauthorised Mongrel Mob merchandise on Chinese e-commerce site AliExpress. The items contain the gang’s emblem, which is usually reserved for “patched-in” members; and a member of the Mongrel Mob has been quoted in local press as saying anyone who wears the fakes is “putting themselves in jeopardy”. A warning has also been made by New Zealand police, which cautions consumers against angering the gang or associating with gang activity. While brand owners often point out the health risks of buying fakes, it’s rare to see a rights holder seemingly threatening to inflict the health issue itself on those wearing infringing items.

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