Press Release

From:  District Attorney Stephanie L. Vettenburg-Shaffer

Date:  March 10, 2022

Re:  Counterfeit Money

In the last 24 hours, stores in Kane and Smethport have received counterfeit money.  In each case, the money was in a larger denomination and was used to purchase relatively inexpensive items wherein the customers received money back from the store as change.  Area stores are cautioned to be extra vigilant to avoid becoming victim.

Below is a link to some tips offered by WESB radio.

https://wesb.com/2022/03/10/detecting-counterfeit-bills/