Unmasking the Counterfeit Currency Syndicate: Crime Branch Cracks Multi-Crore Racket
City police apprehended seven individuals involved in producing high-quality counterfeit Indian currency worth Rs 2.38 crore. Among those arrested is a yoga teacher from Surat. The crime branch intercepted an SUV, seizing 42,000 fake Rs 500 notes and uncovering production equipment linked to an established racket.
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In a major breakthrough, city police seized counterfeit Indian currency totaling Rs 2.38 crore and arrested seven suspects, officials announced on Thursday.
Following a tip-off, the crime branch detained the accused, including a renowned Surat-based yoga teacher, targeting an SUV carrying 42,000 fake Rs 500 notes. Upon investigation, more currency and equipment were discovered during a Surat raid.
Authorities revealed that the gang employed advanced tools and online platforms to create realistic counterfeit notes. The suspects will be brought before a court, where police will request custody for further investigation.
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