Southern District police are investigating a recent spate of counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being passed at various businesses across the southern suburbs of Adelaide.
The counterfeit $50 and $100 notes appear on first glance to be genuine but on closer inspection, they are forgeries.
Businesses targeted recently include service station and supermarkets in the Morphett Vale, Woodcroft, Christies Beach and Old Reynella areas.
Police are asking local businesses to be vigilant when receiving cash and take the time to inspect any money to ensure it is legitimate.
To determine if a suspect note is counterfeit, it is best to compare it with a note that is known to be genuine.
Anyone who receives counterfeit money can contact police on 131 444 or attend their local police station to report the matter.
Handle the note as little as possible and store it in an envelope.
Check any CCTV for footage of the suspect and provide police with any other relevant information such as description of the suspect, anyone else they were with, and their vehicle.
For more information about how to detect counterfeit notes please see this information from the Reserve Bank of Australia:
https://banknotes.rba.gov.au/counterfeit-detection/counterfeit-detection-guide/
Police ask anyone with information that may assist the investigation or about the manufacture and distribution of counterfeit money to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au . You can remain anonymous.
