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The bill on top is one of the counterfeit bills and the one on the bottom is a real one. The counterfeit bills are missing a mint mark in the lower left-hand corner. If you notice someone attempting to use one of these bills call 911.
Be on the lookout for counterfeit cash in Ely.
That’s the warning issued this week by the Ely Police Department A release from the EPD noted: “Our department has received multiple reports of counterfeit $20 bills being passed in the area over the past couple weeks.”
A photo from the department showed two $20 bills - one real and one fake.
According to the police, “There is definitely a difference in texture between them but it was also pointed out that the counterfeit bills are missing a mint mark in the lower left-hand corner. If you notice someone attempting to use one of these bills please call 911 immediately so we can attempt to identify those responsible.”
