Chief Dave Saad said that two counterfeit bills recently surfaced at a bank in Clare.
Saad said these are difficult to detect because the paper is real. It’s smaller bills that that have been bleached and then reprinted with a higher denomination. One thing to look for is matching serial numbers. Saad said, “The serial numbers are matching in all the examples that were passed.
During a similar situation in the City, police said, “Please take the time to look at the money you get either as an individual or business. We must all be vigilant in order to not be a victim. If you are an individual and you are given a bill from a business that you feel may not be real, ask the teller to check the bill and request a different one. Suggest that they call law enforcement.
If you are a business, please encourage your employees to look at the money they are taking in.”
Then follow the following procedure per the United States Secret Service:
1) Do not return it to the passer.
2) Delay the passer if possible.
3) Observe the passer’s description, as well as that of any companions, and the license plate numbers of any vehicles used.
4) Contact your local police department or United States Secret Service field office. These numbers can be found on the inside front page of your local telephone directory.
5) Write your initials and the date in the white border areas of the suspect note.
6) Limit the handling of the note. Carefully place it in a protective covering, such as an envelope.
7) Surrender the note or coin only to a properly identified police officer or a U.S. Secret Service special agent.
Saad said, “If you see any suspicious currency, please contact the Clare Police Department
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