The rise in gasoline prices has led many motorists to sell their cars to reduce expenses. In recent hours, a report against a gas station employee for allegedly handing out counterfeit bills has gone viral. In a short video, an affected individual confronts the worker, warning the community about his actions.
According to the affected person, the employee gave him a counterfeit 200 peso bill on two different occasions. Although the man did not respond to the accusations, some online users commented that such situations are common in gas stations across the country.
Delivering counterfeit bills in Mexico is a serious crime with serious legal repercussions. Despite the growing demand for electric vehicles in the country, gasoline remains the most used fuel. Penalties for counterfeiting currency vary depending on the amount of counterfeit bills involved and whether the individual was aware of its illegality.
Consequences can include imprisonment, with sentences ranging from several years to twelve years, significant fines depending on the amount of counterfeit bills and other factors, confiscation of assets such as vehicles, properties, or bank accounts, as well as a criminal record that can harm the offender's job and personal opportunities in the future.
