Counterfeit warning shop alert over £50 and £20 notes

Police have issued a warning after fake money was used at shops. Businesses were put on alert to check currency after counterfeit cash was used in Ross on Wye, Herefordshire.

A group of people have been known to use counterfeit Scottish £20 to purchase small items, police said. There have also been attempts of counterfeit £50 notes being used for larger purchases.

No arrests have been made. West Mercia Police investigations continue.

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Pc Daryl Kift said “We are encouraging shops, supermarkets and garages to be vigilant particularly around Scottish currency. A group have been known to make small purchases with different counterfeit £20 notes, maximising the change they get in return."

To check the quality of a note, scratch them with a pen lid or sharp nail as the ink can come off on counterfeit notes. If you have any information or come across currency believed to be counterfeit please contact PC Kift on 07773 034 256 or Daryl.kift@westmercia.police.uk.

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