A man aged approximately 40 has been arrested in Nampula by the Mozambique Republic Police (PRM) after being caught producing counterfeit one-thousand meticais notes intended to create a bouquet for his girlfriend’s birthday. His partner celebrated her 27th birthday on 7 November, just three days after his arrest.
The information was disclosed on Tuesday at the First Police Station in Nampula by the police spokesperson, Dércio Samuel. According to the details provided, the suspect began printing the forged currency on 3 and 4 November as part of a romantic surprise.
In addition to the main suspect, two other individuals were also apprehended: a friend who allegedly assisted in the scheme and the owner of the print shop where the counterfeit notes were being produced. All three are facing charges related to the currency forgery operation.
What was intended as a gesture of love has resulted in police intervention, bringing the trio before the courts as they face serious legal repercussions.
