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By the People, for the People
Tennessee Man Accused of Using Counterfeit Money at Multiple Kentucky Businesses
Richard A. King arrested after allegedly attempting to pass fake bills in Graves County
Published on Mar. 1, 2026
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A 57-year-old Tennessee man named Richard A. King was arrested for allegedly trying to use counterfeit money at several businesses in Graves County, Kentucky. When confronted about the fake bills, King reportedly fled the scene but was later located and apprehended by a joint law enforcement effort across state lines.
Why it matters
The use of counterfeit currency is a serious crime that can have significant financial impacts on local businesses. This case highlights the importance of vigilant monitoring and quick response by law enforcement to address such issues and protect the integrity of commercial transactions.
The details
According to the Graves County Sheriff's Office, King allegedly attempted to pass counterfeit bills at a business in Water Valley, Kentucky around 1 p.m. on February 13th. When confronted, he fled the scene in a white Nissan. Further investigation revealed that King had also tried to use fake money at another business in nearby Fulton, Kentucky. Graves County detectives, working with police in South Fulton, Tennessee and Obion County deputies, were able to locate King at a residence in Obion County, where he was arrested on a Graves County warrant.
- On February 13th, around 1 p.m., King allegedly attempted to use counterfeit money at a business in Water Valley, Kentucky.
- After fleeing the first business, investigators learned King had also tried to pass fake bills at another business in Fulton, Kentucky.
The players
Richard A. King
A 57-year-old man from South Fulton, Tennessee who was arrested for allegedly attempting to use counterfeit money at multiple businesses in Graves County, Kentucky.
Graves County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that led the investigation into King's alleged use of counterfeit currency and coordinated with other agencies to locate and apprehend him.
What’s next
King is currently being held in the Obion County Jail in Tennessee, awaiting extradition back to Graves County, Kentucky to face charges of criminal possession of a forged instrument.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of businesses and law enforcement working together to quickly identify and address the use of counterfeit money, which can have detrimental effects on the local economy. It also demonstrates the value of cross-jurisdictional cooperation between law enforcement agencies to apprehend suspects who attempt to evade capture by fleeing across state lines.
