MONROE COUNTY, OHIO — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents and local businesses after reports of counterfeit currency circulating throughout the county.
Sheriff Derek Norman issued the warning, encouraging the public to remain cautious when handling cash transactions.
The Sheriff’s Office is advising business owners, employees and residents to carefully inspect money they receive, particularly larger bills that could result in significant financial losses if found to be counterfeit.
Officials are urging anyone who suspects they have received fake currency to report the incident rather than attempt to use the money in another transaction.
Anyone who believes they have encountered counterfeit bills or has information about their circulation is encouraged to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at 740-472-1612, extension 2.
The Sheriff’s Office has not released details about the denominations involved, the number of reported incidents or where the counterfeit money has been discovered.
Sheriff Norman is asking residents to share the warning to help prevent additional incidents and keep the community informed.
