Kentucky State Police warns of counterfeit money

Mayfield, KY (September 20, 2018) – The Kentucky State Police are warning the public and area businesses of counterfeit money being circulated throughout the area.  On Wednesday, September 19^th, Troopers responded to a bank who had reported a customer attempting to deposit multiple $100 dollar bills which were determined to be counterfeit.  After an investigation, it was determined the counterfeit bills had been obtained through multiple cash transaction at the Mayfield Trade Day earlier in the week.  Due to the anonymous nature of the sale, Troopers are unable to determine from who the bills originated.  Businesses are cautioned to examine any suspicious currency and contact law enforcement if they determine the bills to be counterfeit.