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Core Viewpoint - A counterfeit currency gang, consisting of relatives with defined roles, has been apprehended in Rongxian, Sichuan, with a total of 29,600 yuan in counterfeit bills seized [1][3]. Group 1: Incident Overview - A report was made on August 11, 2023, by a vegetable vendor who received a counterfeit 20 yuan note at the Lianhuaba vegetable market, leading to further investigations [2]. - The police discovered that multiple vendors had reported similar incidents, indicating a systematic operation rather than isolated cases [2]. Group 2: Criminal Operation Details - The gang has been active since early 2023, operating in various markets across multiple regions, including Rongxian, Fushun, and Meishan, targeting busy morning markets to exchange counterfeit bills for real change [3]. - The gang's members include a "technical director" responsible for creating counterfeit bills, two operators who used the fake currency in markets, and a driver facilitating their movements [3]. Group 3: Law Enforcement Action - On December 12, 2023, police arrested four gang members in a residential area in Longchang, seizing 1,473 counterfeit 20 yuan notes and 14 counterfeit 10 yuan notes, along with tools for producing counterfeit currency [3]. - The suspects have been subjected to criminal coercive measures, and the case is under further investigation [3].