Police Warn Exeter Businesses About Fake Notes After Reports of Fraudulent Activity

Devon & Cornwall Police are urging businesses in Exeter to remain vigilant following reports of fake banknotes being used in transactions across the city yesterday.

Devon & Cornwall Police are urging businesses in Exeter to remain vigilant following reports of fake banknotes being used in transactions across the city on Monday 27th January. Authorities are warning businesses to take extra precautions, inspect cash carefully, and ensure all staff are aware of the situation.

The fake notes were reportedly handed over to several establishments, with police now investigating the incidents. Businesses are encouraged to review their cash-handling procedures and use tools such as counterfeit detection pens or UV lights to help identify fraudulent currency.

Police are appealing to the public for assistance. If anyone has information about the use of fake notes, they are asked to call 101 or visit the Devon & Cornwall Police website, quoting reference 595 27 January.

In cases where individuals are acting suspiciously or attempting to pass counterfeit money, businesses are advised to call 999 immediately.

Officers remind the public that counterfeit currency not only affects individual businesses but also impacts the wider local economy. Remaining alert and reporting suspicious activity promptly can help prevent further incidents.

For more information on identifying fake notes and protecting your business, visit the Devon & Cornwall Police website.

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