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06 Sept 2025

Police urge vigilance over counterfeit £20 note money in Derry

A man attempted to use a counterfeit £20 note at a business on the Strand Road

Derry businesses urged to be vigilant over counterfeit bank notes

Police in Derry are urging businesses to be vigilant after report this week of counterfeit currency being used at a business in the city.

Police received a report that occurred on Thursday, January 16 involving a man who had attempted to use a counterfeit £20 note at a business on the Strand Road.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "We had a report yesterday afternoon (January 16) a man attempted to use a counterfeit £20 note at a business on Strand Road in the city. Following checks by staff, it was declined.

"We're making enquiries into this and, in the meantime, wanted to make you aware of this and urge you to be vigilant.

"If you're handling money, there are a number of things to look out for, including, does the main printing feel raised, can you see a bold and clear watermark when the note is held up to the light, is the print clear, sharp and well defined?

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"Some other things to look out for include checking if the colours are clear and distinct. Comparing a suspect note against a note which is known to be genuine is also a good way to check.

"If you've concerns regarding counterfeit notes, or if this has happened to you, please call us on 101 or make a report online https://orlo.uk/m7Wmu"

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