Sakti: The Hasoud police in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district have busted a gang that was producing counterfeit currency and attempting to circulate it in the market. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the case. Counterfeit notes in denominations of ₹500 and ₹100, totaling ₹17,500, were recovered from their possession. Additionally, the police have seized a color printer—used for printing the fake notes—along with frames and other materials.
Producing counterfeit notes using a color printer
According to the information received, the Hasoud police arrested the two suspects while taking action against the production of counterfeit currency. The accused are reportedly residents of Kosir village in the Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district. Preliminary findings suggest that they were using a color printer to create fake currency designed to resemble genuine banknotes.
Printer, paper, cutters, and other items seized
The police recovered counterfeit ₹500 and ₹100 notes from the accused, with a total face value of ₹17,500. Furthermore, the color printer used for the operation, along with frames, paper, and a cutter, has been confiscated. An Activa scooter was also recovered from the suspects.
Investigation into the involvement of others
The police intervention has thwarted an alleged plan to circulate the counterfeit currency in the market. Legal proceedings are currently underway against the arrested individuals. Further details regarding the motive behind the production of the fake notes and the potential involvement of other individuals are yet to be uncovered.
