Fake 'twenty poond' notes doing the rounds in Bodmin town centre
Shopkeepers are urged to be vigilant
A warning has gone out about counterfeit money which has been circulating in Bodmin town centre.
Police say the fake notes have been used used in shops and takeaways.
There have been several reports of individuals using the notes, which say 'twenty poonds'.
All the notes are exactly the same, with the same serial number and wording identifying it as 'toy' money.
People, shopkeepers and businesses in the area are urged to be vigilant.
"Bodmin Police have been made aware of some counterfeit currency circulating around the town, particularly in the town centre.
"We've received reports of individuals using or attempting to use these 'Twenty Poond' notes in shops and takeaways.
"As you can see from the photos, these notes are clearly fake. They are all exactly the same, with the same serial number and wording identifying it as 'toy' money.
"We ask shopkeepers to remain vigilant when accepting notes."
Bodmin Police
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