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ENCORE: Counterfeit Car Seats Found In Treasure Valley

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A counterfeit car seat found by pediatric officials at St. Luke's. The parents were unaware it was a knock-off.

 This segment originally aired on February 12, 2019.

 
Reports that counterfeit car seats are circulating for sale on the internet have child safety advocates concerned these cheap knock-offs could pose a serious threat in the event of a car accident. Idaho Matters looks at the importance of sourcing and installing your car seat correctly.


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