Catskill Woman Accused Of Passing Counterfeit Money

CATSKILL, NY — A Catskill woman was accused of trying to spend fake money.

The New York State Police said troopers responded to a Catskill business shortly before 7 p.m. Thursday for a report of a counterfeit $100 bill that was passed by a customer.

Police said the investigation found that the customer, Sarah Jaghamin, 28, of Catskill, regularly came to the store.

While speaking with her, troopers said they learned she also forged a name on a check from a closed bank account and used that check at a local hotel.

Jaghamin was charged with possession of a forged instrument and first-degree forgery, both felonies, and petit larceny, a misdemeanor.

She was virtually arraigned in the Town of Catskill Court and released on her own recognizance.

A return court date will be determined.

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