Warning in Leeds as fake £5 and £20 notes found at White Rose Shopping Centre
Police in Leeds have warned shoppers to be aware of fake notes found in circulation in the Morley area.
The counterfeit £5 and £20 notes have been reported at the White Rose Shopping Centre and elsewhere in Morley.
PCSO Michelle Owens urged shoppers to report counterfit notes to police, in a community alert sent to Leeds residents.
She said: "Please be aware that in the Morley area (including at the White Rose Shopping Centre) there have been reports of counterfeit £5 and £20 notes in circulation.
"Please report any issues involving counterfit currency."
The new £20 note was released on February 20 and is said to be the 'most secure' banknote yet.
The note comes with security features including a hologram which switches between the words “twenty” and “pounds” as the note is titled and a silver foil patch containing a 3D image of the coronation crown.
Anyone aware of fake notes in circulation should contact West Yorkshire Police on 101.