In Andijan, individuals attempting to sell counterfeit $2,000 were apprehended

In Andijan, individuals attempting to sell counterfeit $2,000 were apprehended.

The Department under the General Prosecutor's Office reported the capture of individuals using fake dollars in Andijan.

A swift operation was conducted by the department and the Andijan region administrations.

During the operation, citizens J.R. and F.O. were apprehended with tangible evidence as they agreed to sell counterfeit $2,000 to citizen G.K. for 20 million soums, providing 18 counterfeit $100 bills and receiving $1,200 and 5 million soums in return.

It is highlighted that a criminal case under Article 176 of the Criminal Code (making and transferring counterfeit money, excise stamps, or securities) has been initiated, and an ongoing investigation is in progress.

It is worth noting that previously in Andijan, individuals were apprehended for selling fake 100 million soums.