Seizure Details
Over 3,000 counterfeit Gibson electric guitars, worth more than $18 million, were seized at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport, marking the largest counterfeit musical instrument seizure in history.
The guitars, shipped from , were destined for e-commerce and third-party online resellers, posing a risk to unsuspecting consumers.
Company and Authority Responses
Gibson, known for its handcrafted instruments made in the U.S., expressed emotional and personal investment in the seizure, highlighting the impact on American families involved in its craftsmanship.
Authorities, including , , and the , continue to investigate, emphasizing the legal ramifications of intellectual property violations.