Fake bills used at Pontiac businesses

Posted on September 10, 2017
The fake bills have been presented at several Pontiac businesses. (Photo courtesy Pontiac Police)

By Cynthia Grau

PONTIAC- Pontiac Police have handled six cases of similarly-printed fake currency that has been passed at local businesses recently, and they are asking the public to report any encounters they may have immediately to the police.

Major Dan Davis said the majority of the fake bills that have been passed have been $20 bills, but one involved a $100 bill.

“When a person would use just one bill, they are printed clearly enough that you would not readily know that they are fake,” Davis said. “All of the incidents have involved bills that state on the back, ‘For Motion Picture Use Only.'”

If you encounter any fake currency, police are asking it be reported by calling 844-0911 so they can attempt to identify the source.

Cynthia Grau can be reached at [email protected].

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