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Spanish Police Seize 600,000 Fake ‘Stranger Things’ Toys in Madrid Raids

Investigators traced irregular China shipments to local warehouses, with inquiries now targeting producers and sellers across the supply chain.

Overview

  • Operation Eleven removed roughly 25 tonnes of counterfeit toys and merchandise tied largely to the Netflix series from circulation.
  • Raids and inspections spanned industrial sites in Parla, Fuenlabrada and Getafe, with additional consignments uncovered at logistics firms after an initial interception of 72 boxes.
  • Two people were detained on suspected intellectual property offenses, including the tenant of the Parla warehouse, as police pursue further links in the network.
  • Police displayed part of the haul in Madrid, estimating a street value of about €3–4 million and projecting brand damages of at least €15 million.
  • Authorities warned the items were poor quality and potentially dangerous for children due to fragile materials and small parts that could cause choking or poisoning.