Overview

• Authorities recorded 83 reports in August and 124 in September at retail locations, and they believe the true number of incidents is higher than reported.
• Acting Assistant Commissioner John DeCandia issued a statewide alert with identification tips highlighting repeat serial numbers, misspellings, incorrect fonts, missing security features and unusual texture.
• Guidance to the public includes comparing suspect notes with a known genuine note, refusing doubtful currency, placing it in an envelope, minimizing handling and reporting promptly to police.
• A 29-year-old arrested on September 11 was allegedly carrying about $11,950 in suspected counterfeit $50 and $100 notes; he was refused bail and is due in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court on October 15.
• A 30-year-old from Heathpool was arrested in May after more than 60 counterfeit $100 notes were found in his bedroom; he is on bail and due in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on November 25.