Suspect accused of using counterfeit cash
Posted/updated on: May 12, 2026 at 2:54 am
HENDERSON COUNTY — The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in finding a man with several outstanding warrants for his arrest after he was accused of committing forgery and fraud. According to the sheriff’s office and our news partner KETK, an investigation was opened against 48-year-old Richard Lang after several businesses in the Chandler area reported counterfeit currency being used during transactions.
During the investigation, officials discovered that Lang had used counterfeit $100 and $20 bills at local businesses to purchase merchandise, fuel and lottery tickets. Investigators also gathered witness statements, surveillance videos and additional counterfeit currency during the investigation that linked Lang to the offenses.
Anyone with information about Lang’s whereabouts is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 903-675-5128 or the Henderson County Crime Stoppers at 800-545-TIPS.
