Police are reminding the community to be vigilant for counterfeit notes, after an Invermay man was charged with multiple offences in Northern Tasmania.
"As part of ongoing investigations into counterfeit notes circulating, late last week police in northern Tasmania charged a 22-year-old man from Invermay with multiple counterfeit money related offences," said Detective Acting Inspector Aziz Melick.
"A further seven people in northern Tasmania have also been proceeded against by police in relation to counterfeit money offences in August."
Counterfeit notes circulating may appear legitimate at first glance, however, some have the word 'PROPS' printed on them.
"Police remind the community that it is an offence to possess, buy, sell and use counterfeit money," said Acting Inspector Melick.
"If you're handling cash – please be vigilant and check notes to prevent falling victim to these offences."
When handling cash, people are asked to always check:
- both sides of the note - some of these counterfeit notes have the word "PROPS" printed on them
- that the security window feature is legitimate
- for inconsistencies in thickness and colour.
If you detect a counterfeit note, contact police on 131 444 and provide any relevant information, including CCTV footage if possible.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers Tasmania at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000.
