OKLAHOMA CITY – Investigators have charged two Oklahoma City boutique owners with felonies, alleging they ran a multimillion-dollar counterfeit luxury goods operation.
The Attorney General’s Office says the two stores are tied to more than $3 million in alleged fake designer merchandise.
What investigators say happened
A Multi-County Grand Jury indictment alleges the boutiques sold counterfeit versions of high-end luxury brands, including Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, Burberry, Dior and Cartier.
Investigators say the alleged operation was split between two businesses in Oklahoma City:
- Mohap Boutique, on Southwest 59th Street
- Yude’s Boutique and BrayKay Jewelry, located a few miles away
Court records say Denia Gainza Almaguer, owner of Mohap Boutique, sold more than $1 million in counterfeit goods.
Prosecutors also allege that Yude Erlinda Arellanes Perez, owner of Yude’s Boutique and BrayKay Jewelry, sold about $2 million in fake luxury merchandise.
Stores open, closed during investigation
When News 9 visited Monday, Mohap Boutique was open for business. Yude’s Boutique was closed.
What the Attorney General says
Attorney General Gentner Drummond said counterfeit goods are more than just knockoffs.
“Counterfeit goods aren’t just a rip-off for consumers. They fund criminal enterprises and undercut legitimate businesses,” Drummond said.
Charges and what’s next
Prosecutors charged both women under Oklahoma’s Trademark Anti-Counterfeiting Act. If convicted, they could face felony prison time and significant fines.
Like all defendants, they are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
The cases are now moving through the Oklahoma County court system.