Police are investigating after counterfeit $100 notes were used at businesses on the Sunshine Coast last month.
A man attempted to exchange a counterfeit $100 note for two $50 notes at a business on David Low Way, Bli Bli around 4pm on 26 February.
Police received a second report of a man attempting to pay for an item using a counterfeit $100 note at a business on Venning Street in Mooloolaba around 5.15pm on the same day.
Residents and businesses are urged to show care when handling notes and report any suspicious circumstances as soon as possible.
Inspections of the counterfeit note show it to be printed in poor quality, has no window and clearly states ‘COPY’ on the right hand side.
People may try to present these to businesses during a busy time, or they may ask for the note to be exchanged for smaller notes.
If you suspect that someone is handing you counterfeit notes, you can refuse to accept it (as long as it is safe to do so).
If you come across a banknote that you suspect is counterfeit, take the following steps:
– Handle the suspect banknote as little as possible and store it in an envelope.
– Note any relevant information, such as how it came into your possession.
– Report the matter immediately to State or Federal police.
