A news release from CPB says the counterfeit shipment was seized on Oct. 29 and consisted of 12,191 plush toys, 1,661 backpacks, 1,600 music boxes, 1,430 snow globes, 552 animal floral arrangements and 200 rose decor.

"These items bore the protected trademarks and copyrights of Despicable Me, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, Hello Kitty, Labubu, Kuromi, Mario, Mickey Mouse, Pikachu and others," the news release explained.

Officers initially suspected the items were counterfeit and detained the shipment in September.

Documentation and photos were submitted to CBP's trade experts, who worked with the trademark and copyright holders to verify that the products were counterfeit.

"CBP officers seized the shipment, which arrived from China and was destined to an address in Wood County, W.V., o

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