Hundreds of dollars of counterfeit notes have been palmed off in Waikato, with retailers being warned to keep a sharp eye out during the Xmas rush. Since October police say there's been seven incidents with alleged fake notes, including fifties, twenties and ten dollar notes. And they've been across Waikato including Hamilton East, Te Rapa, Frankton, Te Awamutu, Beerescourt, and Paeroa. In one case, a few real bills were mixed in with a significant wadge counterfeits. Waikato Prevention Manager Inspector Hywel Jones reckons the fakes are pretty good. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default default/index.html?videoId=6342438139112
As the festive season kicks in, Waikato retailers are urged to be on high alert for counterfeit notes. Waikato Police has received seven reports over the.