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By Bright Choomanee

 

Phuket police are on the hunt for an Uzbek national accused of attempting to exchange counterfeit US dollars at a currency exchange shop in Cherng Talay.

 

The incident took place at the Ai-Tem Money Exchange kiosk near the entrance to the Laguna complex on December 14, with the report filed later that day.

 

Shop employee Dechawanit Sama-kas recounted that three foreign men entered the establishment around 2.50pm. Among them, a 37 year old Uzbek identified as Muzaffar Nishanov presented four US$100 bills for exchange into Thai baht and handed over his passport for verification.

 

Upon inspection, Dechawanit noticed the bills were counterfeit. After being informed of this discovery, Nishanov reportedly became agitated and demanded the return of the counterfeit money.

 

“He was upset when I told him the bills were fake, and he insisted on getting them back.”

 

 

The situation intensified when Dechawanit mentioned he would contact the police. In response, Nishanov and his two companions made a hasty exit from the premises.

 

Cherng Talay Police were alerted to the incident at 4.22pm on December 14. They have since initiated an investigation to locate Nishanov and his associates, promising legal action once they are apprehended, reported Phuket News.

 

“We are actively pursuing the individuals involved and will take appropriate legal measures upon their capture,” the police confirmed.

 

No physical damage occurred during the incident, and the investigation is ongoing as police work to resolve the case.

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-12-17

 

 

Yes, I can confirm they were fake. I bought one from it and had to fold it 20 times to get it into my wallet!

12 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

“He was upset when I told him the bills were fake, and he insisted on getting them back.”

 

 

The situation intensified when Dechawanit mentioned he would contact the police. In response, Nishanov and his two companions made a hasty exit from the premises.

Knowing his name this guy is toast...

The printer didn't do a good job obviously 😂

Crime doesnt usually pay, or if it does oftentimes its a pittance. 

This guy is exactly the type of creep tourist that Thailand can ill afford to keep coddling.

 

But thats what happens with an open door visa policy. All the scumbags and grifters come.

 

Good Luck