PEOPLE selling items are being urged not to fall foul of a counterfeit cash scam.
Staffordshire Police say a number of reports have been received of buyers collecting goods sold via social media sites but paying with fake notes.
Investigators say reports have included sales of mobile phones and guitars.
A spokesperson said:
“Counterfeit notes directly fund organised crime and damages the UK economy, creating losses for businesses and ultimately affecting the cost of things we buy.
“To ensure the money you’re being handed is genuine, use the ‘look, feel, tilt’ method – examine the note closely and ensure it has sharp edges and no smudges, run your fingers over the notes to check the note has different textures and raised print, then tilt the note to check the see-through window and metallic image on genuine polymer notes.
“Remember, it is always better to buy and sell goods using reputable banking services, or payment platforms such as PayPal or others, where you will have automatic protection.”
