PEOPLE in the North-East are being warned to be on their guard against counterfeit banker's drafts.
Northumbria Police believe a banker's draft has been intercepted, possibly in the post, and counterfeited.
Officers believe drafts have been sent abroad in batches, where they are treated to remove the payee details and amount. Counterfeits are then returned to this country.
Bankers drafts have always been a guarantee of payment because they are cheques written by the bank from people's accounts.
Detective Constable Julie Kinghorn, who is investigating the incident, said: "Counterfeit cheques are common-place, but a new twist to this is the counterfeit banker's draft."
Anyone with concerns is asked to call (01661) 872555, ext 62698.
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