Man arrested for being found in possession of counterfeit products

Police in Mzuzu have arrested a 41 year old Blessings Nyirenda for being found in possession of counterfeit products contrary to Malawi Bereau of Standards Act on October 4, 2023.

The suspect was arrested at his warehouse Chicken Littos within Mzuzu city following a tip from well wishers that he was seen repackaging counterfeit fertilizers.

Police have seized 17 bags, 50 kg each of suspected counterfeit fertilizers being packed in NPK sacks belonging to small holder fertilizer revolving fund.

The suspect will soon appear before court.

Nyirenda hails from Paul Sindani village, traditional authority Mtwalo in Mzimba district.