PERSHORE police have issued a warning about an upsurge of counterfeit banknotes in circulation in the area.
Officers have said that over the last few weeks there has been an upsurge of payment made with counterfeit banknotes.
These have been mainly in £5 and £20 denominations and have appeared not only in the West Mercia Policing area, but nationally as well.
Police have reminded the public that counterfeit notes cannot be reimbursed so individuals will carry the loss on that transaction should they receive one.
Fake notes should reported to the police by calling 101 or using the 101 online service.
The Bank of England has advice on how to check if a note is fake.
Visit How to check your banknotes | Bank of England for information.
