Law enforcement agencies across the state have issued a warning of counterfeit $100 bills circulating, particularly in Riley and Geary Counties, but they could have been spread statewide. Sheriff’s officials noted that both the Riley County Police Department and the Junction City Police department had received reports of counterfeit $100 bills. They also note the cases appear to be connected, as the serial numbers on the bills match.
According to the reports, these counterfeit bills are of an older design that lack current security features. The counterfeit $100 bills also have a waxy texture and have passed some counterfeit detection pen tests. They encourage you to carefully verify any cash received, especially $100 bills, to ensure its authenticity. If you have any question about the authenticity of the bill, report it to the police immediately.
