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Kansas man accused of buying computer, iPhone with counterfeit cash

RENO COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating numerous reports of counterfeit cash and have made an arrest.

Joshua Downey -photo Reno County

Police in Hutchinson have arrested 34-year-old Joshua Downey, 34, for two counts of counterfeiting money, theft by deception as well as drug charges.

According to police, on January 12, Downey purchased a computer and monitor using a fake $100 bill. On January 18, he purchased an iPhone using fake $20 bills. 

When police arrested him, he was also in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.

His is being held on a $7,500 Bond.

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