Police launched a probe after spotting fake £20 notes being sold on eBay.

One UK police force has warned the public and businesses to be extra vigilant after seeing a rise in counterfeit notes - especially £20s - in circulation.

Police say a number of people on Facebook Marketplace have been targeted by buyers using fake notes.

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Residents and businesses are being warned after reports of fake £20 notes. Thames Valley Police issued the warning after officers became aware of several incidents of fake notes being passed in shops.

MORE than £100,000 in fake cash was discovered at a Kidderminster property with police arresting a 42-year-old man. Officers found more than £100k in forged £20 notes at an address on Goldthorn Road ...

"Its important you check any notes before the person leaves or goods are handed over" ...

Officers would like to speak to a man in connection with an investigation into the use of counterfeit money. The incident took place at a shop in Halesworth town centre on Tuesday, December 2.

A Nelson shop owner is warning residents after a rise in counterfeit banknotes, with fake notes being passed to shops several times a week.

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