Counterfeit Cash Scheme Busted

Issaquah Police arrested two suspects involved in a counterfeit cash scheme, with the first suspect detained on October 13, 2025, after attempting to return merchandise for cash using counterfeit $100 bills. Officers discovered additional counterfeit bills and items in a vehicle connected to the case, leading to a second arrest on October 16 when the individual came to retrieve the impounded car. Both suspects now face multiple forgery charges, which have been referred to the King County Prosecutor’s Office. In a separate incident on the same day, police responded to a report of a potential DUI when a woman in a black SUV collided with another vehicle in a parking lot. Officers noted signs of impairment, including the strong odor of alcohol and open containers in the vehicle.

After conducting field sobriety tests, the driver was arrested for DUI, with breath tests revealing a blood alcohol concentration exceeding three times the legal limit. The incidents highlight ongoing concerns regarding impaired driving and fraud in the Issaquah area, prompting police to enhance their enforcement efforts. Local law enforcement continues to collaborate with neighboring departments on similar cases.