Lancaster businesses are being warned to be vigilant after reports of youths trying to spend fake £20 notes in shops.
Lancaster BID (Business Improvement District) posted an image on social media showing an example of the notes.
"Please can businesses be aware that police are getting a number of reports of youths trying to use counterfeit £20 notes in local shops," said the post.
"As seen in the photographs, the notes do seem genuine however under closer inspection, the quality is clearly poor with bad printing.
"The hologram which is within, above and below the clear window on the left hand side is a sticker and can be felt and peeled off.
Below, image: Lancaster BID

"Unfortunately some of these notes have been accepted at some shops recently.
"Whilst police investigate these reports, please can staff be vigilant to these counterfeit notes and report any use or attempted use to Lancaster Police."
You can contact police on 101.
Lancaster BID is an independent company representing the interests of businesses in the city centre.


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