Former Mexican soccer player accused of trafficking counterfeit watches through Laredo

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A former Mexican soccer player is accused of trafficking counterfeit watches through Laredo, according to federal prosecutors.

Prosecutors say Pedro Hernandez-Calderon ran a business that received the watches in Laredo and then shipped them to customers in Mexico.

Authorities say the watches would have been worth approximately $5.4 million if they had been genuine.

Hernandez-Calderon is a former goalkeeper who played for several Mexican clubs. He remains in custody and faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

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