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Rwanda National Police (RNP) has arrested two Rwandan men who tried to offer counterfeit currency worth over Rwf1 million in exchange for genuine money.
The two suspects identified as Jean Ndayambaje and Ferdinand Hategekimana were arrested on April 30 in Ngeruka Sector, Bugesera District and are currently in police custody as investigations continue.
Investigations indicate that the two men worked together to target the large number of Burundian refugees in the area, whom they intended to offer counterfeit Rwandan Francs in exchange of Burundi Francs unknowingly.
“The two suspects were masquerading as currency exchange agents and they were apprehended in the act after one victims alerted Police in the area,” Police Spokesperson for Eastern Province, Inspector of Police Emmanuel Kayigi said.
“The victim had been offered Rwf20,000 fake notes, but he became suspicious and told police in the area. Police condoned the area and arrested the men before they could escape "
Upon arrest, the first supect, Ndayambaje, was found in possession of counterfeits 160 notes of 5000 worth Rwf800,000, while his counterpart Hategekimana had 55 fakes notes of 2000 worth Rwf210,000.
“Rwanda is a country that does not tolerate criminals of any kind. We continue to remind all those living in Rwanda to join RNP efforts by reporting anyone that could be involved in criminal acts which affects their well-being, for quick and effective intervention."
