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New Jersey man arrested for using fake money in multistate retail theft ring

Steve Ranke was caught by Pennsylvania State Police on Dec. 30, after attempting to use counterfeit bills at a Walmart. Ranke reportedly ran off but was chased down by troopers.

News 12 Staff

Dec 31, 2024, 1:12 PM

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A man from New Jersey has been arrested for allegedly using fake money to steal approximately $16,000 worth of merchandise from dozens of businesses in several states.

Steve Ranke was caught by Pennsylvania State Police on Dec. 30, after attempting to use counterfeit bills at a Walmart. Ranke reportedly ran off but was chased down by troopers.

Ranke is currently being held at the Somerset County Jail and faces several charges in connection with the retail theft ring, which operated across multiple states over a two-month period.

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