Core Viewpoint - A criminal gang involved in counterfeiting currency has been apprehended in Sichuan, with a total of 48,500 yuan in counterfeit bills seized, alongside various tools used for counterfeiting [2][4]. Group 1: Criminal Activities - The gang has been operating since early 2025, targeting vegetable markets in multiple cities including Zigong, Meishan, and Neijiang, using counterfeit money to purchase small items and receive change in real currency [4]. - The gang consists of relatives with clearly defined roles: a "technical director" responsible for creating counterfeit bills, two operators who use the fake currency in markets, and a designated driver [4][6]. Group 2: Law Enforcement Actions - On December 12, police successfully arrested four gang members in a residential area of Longchang, Neijiang, and confiscated a significant amount of counterfeit currency, including 1,473 fake 20 yuan bills totaling 29,460 yuan, along with other denominations [6]. - The suspects have been placed under criminal detention, and the case is still under investigation [6].
四川荣县捣毁一假币团伙:美术专业出身负责制假,两人专挑老旧市场换零
Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-25 05:02