The Humphreys County Sheriff’s Office has issued a public service announcement after the discovery of counterfeit currency on the side of a road in McEwen, Tennessee. In a recent incident, a local citizen stumbled upon several hundred dollars scattered on White Oak Road, only to discover the notes were 'movie money.' The find consisted of fake $100 bills, designed for cinematic purposes but worthless in actual commerce.
Officials from the sheriff’s office relayed a cautionary message, "Don’t be fooled by the cash as it is all movie money. None of it is real," as reported by WSMV. Furthermore, they emphasized the legality of possessing such props, yet the illegality of their use as real currency in transactions. The sheriff's office stressed that using the counterfeit bills to buy goods or services is not just deception but a "serious crime."
The concerned citizen who first found the misleading cache of cash turned it in to the McEwen Police Department. The Humphreys County Sheriff's Office took to Facebook to widen their advisory, mentioning, "Store owners/operators or people buying things through social media should keep an eye out for these bills," as quoted by the sheriff's office on their social media post.
Vigilance regarding such incidents is especially crucial for those engaged in personal transactions or local commerce. The sheriff's office advised caution when dealing with cash: "Please be cautious when receiving cash from others, especially if you do not know the person," a sentiment echoed by the department.
