Northern Territory Police have received several reports of counterfeit money circulating in Alice Springs.
In a statement, NT Police said that on Tuesday 30 September, officers located and seized more than $4,000 in counterfeit notes.
“If you encounter a counterfeit note, remember to Note It, Store It and Report It. Note the details of how you got the note, store it in an envelope, and report it to your local police station. At no time should you put yourself in danger,” NT Police said.
“Notes that include the phrase ‘PROPS’ or ‘COPY’ are still counterfeit, and it is a crime to possess or use a counterfeit banknote.”
Police say the matter is still under investigation.
“We urge the community to exercise caution when handling cash and to contact the police on 131 444 if they notice anything unusual or have any concerns,” said Detective Superintendent Deanne Ward.
