Cancun, Q.R. — Authorities are investigating a group of five they say could be connected to the circulation of counterfeit money. All five were arrested in SM 63 during an operation Monday after being found in possession of narcotics and a handgun.
“During an operation in Supermanzana 63, Cancun Police arrested four men and one woman for their alleged involvement in drug-related offenses, specifically small-scale drug trafficking,” Cancun Police reported.
“During the operation, officers seized small bags containing plant matter resembling marijuana and a substance resembling crystal meth. Additionally, a 4.5mm caliber handgun with three rounds of ammunition was confiscated.”
According to the State Attorney General (FGE), they are now being investigated for their connection to fake money being circulated around the city.
In custody are 21 year old Yanisleidis “N”, 44 year old José Antonio “N”, 42 year old Deivys “N”, 28 year old Bryan “N” and 42 year old Yandry “N”, all natives of Cuba.
During the operation, officers seized suspected narcotics, a 4.5 mm caliber handgun, live ammunition, 8,600 pesos in alleged counterfeit bills, cell phones, and two vehicles, they said.
All five were arrested on October 12 on 12th Street in Superblock 63 and are being investigated for counterfeiting national currency.
