Two men arrested in Nabatieh for counterfeit money

On 04 Jan 17, Internal Security Forces (ISF) in south Lebanon arrested a two-member gang, both Lebanese, involved in counterfeiting and circulating foreign money notes. After a close observation, ISF were able to arrest the gang on the Nabatieh-Zefta road. They were arrested for trading with bogus foreign currency in 50 and 100 dollar notes in the area of Nabatieh. Both were referred to the related authorities for interrogation. The police added that efforts will carry on to arrest all involved in similar acts.