Counterfeit Cash Crackdown: Rainbow City Police Arrest Duo in Elaborate Scheme

In a swift response to a series of counterfeit money incidents, the Rainbow City Police Department has apprehended two individuals believed to be at the center of an elaborate scam. The arrests come after a series of calls reporting the use of fake 0 bills, leading to a thorough investigation that uncovered a trove of counterfeit currency and the tools used to produce it.

Exposing the Counterfeit Conspiracy: Rainbow City Police Uncover Sophisticated Scheme

Counterfeit Cash Calls Lead to Arrests

The investigation began when the Rainbow City Police received a call from Martin's Family Clothing regarding a woman attempting to pay with counterfeit 0 bills. This incident followed a previous call a week earlier about another case of fake 0 bills. Responding officers and detectives quickly arrived at the scene and took the woman, identified as 32-year-old Erica Dillard of Altoona, into custody.

Executing a Search Warrant Leads to Significant Seizure

Further investigation led the police to obtain a search warrant for a residence in Altoona, where they discovered a staggering ,000 in counterfeit money, along with the tools used to manufacture the fake currency. This led to the arrest of 25-year-old Eric Jennings, who was present at the scene.

Charges and Bail Amounts for the Suspects

According to the Rainbow City Police, Detective Jacob Works was able to secure charges against both suspects. Erica Dillard faces charges of Theft of Property 4th and Possession of Forged Instrument 3rd, with a total bond of ,000. Eric Jennings, on the other hand, was charged with Possession of Forged Instrument 3rd and Possession of Forgery Device/Tools, with a total bond of ,000 as well.

Collaborative Effort with Etowah County Leads to Successful Outcome

The Rainbow City Police Department expressed gratitude for the assistance provided by Etowah County in the investigation, which played a crucial role in the successful apprehension of the suspects and the seizure of the counterfeit currency and related tools.The arrests and charges in this case serve as a stark reminder of the serious consequences that come with engaging in counterfeit money schemes. The Rainbow City Police Department's swift action and thorough investigation have disrupted an elaborate scam, sending a clear message that such criminal activities will not be tolerated in the community.