Man arrested in Berea for possession of counterfeit money

Man arrested in Berea for possession of counterfeit money

The Johannesburg metro police have arrested a 47-year-old man for possession of counterfeit money in Berea.

Man arrested in Berea for possession of counterfeit money
JMPD

The suspect was arrested on Tuesday after the metro police were told of a man peddling counterfeit money in the area.

 

JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla says they then proceeded to the man’s home.

 

"Upon their arrival at the unit, officers introduced themselves to the suspect who immediately attempted to hide a plastic bag that he had in his possession.

 

"Due to his suspicious behavior officers forcefully entered the unit and searched the suspect.

 

"Whilst searching officers discovered that the plastic bag the suspect was holding had counterfeit money which amounted to R63 000. The suspect a Congolese national was immediately arrested and detained at Hillbrow SAPS."

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