October 8, 2026
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Print shop owner arrested in Bauru on suspicion of manufacturing labels and seals for counterfeit beverages
A facility in Vila Engler produced labels, security seals, and holographic strips used to give adulterated products the appearance of authenticity. The arrest took place during the operation “Hologram.”
The owner of a printing shop in Bauru (SP) was arrested in the act on Tuesday (6) during “Operation Hologram,” launched by the Civil Police. According to the investigation, the facility was set up to manufacture graphic components used in the counterfeiting of alcoholic beverages.
The facility produced labels, tags, seals, stamps, and other materials intended to give counterfeit products the appearance of authenticity.
Search and seizure warrants were executed in the Vila Engler neighborhood by the 1st General Investigations Precinct (DIG) of the DEIC, with support from the Special Operations Group (GOE).
The person in charge of the printing shop was arrested on suspicion of forgery of public documents, possession of equipment for forgery, and trademark infringement.
During the raid, police seized:
19 printing plates for labels;
20 labels for bottle printing;
3 seals for alcoholic beverages;
1 roll of holographic tape;
5 bottle caps;
Other supplies and materials related to the production of these items.
During the search, the team also found a work order in the name of a company headquartered in São José do Rio Pardo (SP). The document was seized to investigate the origin of the contract and verify the destination of the materials produced.
The owner was taken to the DEIC headquarters in Bauru, where he remained at the disposal of the courts. The Forensic Police are conducting forensic analysis of the seized items to support the police investigation.
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