Police in Siraha district have arrested two men for possessing counterfeit Nepalese currency valued at Rs 25,500.
The arrests took place around 9 PM on Wednesday on Hulaki Road, between Mahabir Chowk and Shiva Chowk in Siraha Municipality 7.
According to the District Police Office, the suspects were stopped for a search based on specific information received.
Identified suspects
The arrested individuals are Mohammad Mustufa Husen, 35, and Samir Miya, 32, both residents of Kalyanpur Municipality 8 in Siraha district.
Police spokesperson and Deputy Superintendent Ramesh Bahadur Pal stated that fake currency was discovered during a search led by an inspector.
Counterfeit notes seized
Authorities confiscated 27 counterfeit Nepalese banknotes from the suspects, which included:
- Three fake Rs 500 notes (totaling Rs 1,500)
- Twenty four fake Rs 1,000 notes (totaling Rs 24,000)
This brings the total amount of counterfeit currency to Rs 25,500.
Special operation details
The operation was initiated following specific intelligence about suspicious activity in the area. An inspector led team conducted an investigation and inspection, leading to the discovery of the counterfeit currency in the possession of Husen and Miya.
Suspects in custody
The two suspects have been taken to the District Police Office, Siraha, along with the seized banknotes.
Authorities are currently investigating the source of the counterfeit currency, any potential distribution networks, and if others are involved. Further details about the origin of the fake notes and their intended use have not yet been disclosed.