The Bermuda Police Service is warning the public to be on the lookout for counterfeit US $100 bills in circulation.

According to a police spokesman, all of the forged bills have the serial number H1413713.

“Employees are once again advised that if counterfeit cash is detected during a transaction, the member of staff receiving the fake money should hold on to it, note the description of the individual who tendered it and contact police immediately,” the spokesman said.

“Similarly, members of the public should take a few seconds to examine any money they may receive, especially the larger denominations. Persons who may have unknowingly received counterfeit currency are encouraged to contact the nearest police station at the earliest opportunity to report the matter.”

The spokesman added that it is a criminal offence to pass on, possess or reproduce any counterfeit currency, with the charges carrying a maximum penalty of five years in prison.

Any incidents involving suspected counterfeit currency should be reported to the Criminal Investigation Unit at 247-1744 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline, 800-8477.