Customs officers seize fake US currency at CJIA 

Customs Officers attached to the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) recently seized United States (US) currency, believed to be fake, in an incoming package at a popular cargo bond at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport.

In a release, the GRA said the package contained 500 replicas of US$100 bills, suspected to be imitation currency, with all the trademarks of the US$100 bill, and some additional markings.

The GRA added that the package was seized, and law enforcement officers are attempting to locate the consignee to assist with the investigation.

“The Second Schedule Part II of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01 restricts goods which bear a design in imitation of any currency or bank notes or coin in common use in Cuyana or elsewhere unless with the approval of the Commissioner-General.

“The relevant Authorities both in Guyana and overseas were notified for further investigations in keeping with the provisions of the Customs and Anti-Money Laundering Acts, and investigations are ongoing,” the release stated.