Derbyshire Police Crack Down on Flood of Fake Cash
Derbyshire Police have hit back hard against a surge in counterfeit money sweeping the county. Three men linked to a wave of bogus banknotes have been arrested, stepping up the fight against fake cash criminals.
Three Men Busted for Passing Fake Notes
On 15 January, two men aged 33 and 34 were caught spending counterfeit notes in a Derby shop. Just a day later, a 28-year-old man with no fixed address was arrested after police received a tip-off about fake money being sold online.
All three suspects have been released on bail while the investigation speeds ahead.
Police Warn Shops and Shoppers: Don’t Get Fooled by Fakes
Detective Constable Hardip Singh Shergill from the Fraud Investigation Unit revealed that many fake notes are slipping through small shops and online marketplaces.
“Some fakes even have silver foil labels stamped ‘Prop Money’, while others lack vital security features like braille marks and raised print,” he said.
Spot Fake Money Fast – Protect Your Wallet
- Fake notes of all denominations are circulating.
- Police urge everyone to follow the Bank of England’s official tips on spotting counterfeit cash.
- Always check for security marks to avoid getting stung.
Stay alert and help Derbyshire Police stop the spread of bogus banknotes.
