Three Akron men are facing serious charges after attempting to pass counterfeit U.S. currency at the Summit Mall in Fairlawn, Ohio. On June 14, 2017, Narlon Portis, Jr., 22, Rubin Smith, 21, and Christopher Cutlip, 21, were charged with making, possessing, uttering and dealing in counterfeit obligations or securities.
The trio attempted to pass and passed counterfeit $10 bills at the mall, which led to their arrest by the Fairlawn Police Department. The officers found a large number of counterfeit bills on the suspects, and they were taken into custody.
Narlon Portis, Jr., Rubin Smith, and Christopher Cutlip are accused of committing a serious crime that could have far-reaching consequences. If convicted, their sentence will be determined by the Court after review of factors unique to the case, including their prior criminal record, their role in the offense, and the characteristics of the violations.
The investigation into the counterfeiting scheme was conducted by the U.S. Secret Service and the Fairlawn Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Teresa L. Riley is prosecuting the case.
An indictment is only a charge and is not evidence of guilt. A defendant is entitled to a fair trial in which it will be the government’s burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
The charges against Narlon Portis, Jr., Rubin Smith, and Christopher Cutlip are serious, and the consequences of a conviction could be severe. If convicted, they could face a sentence that reflects the severity of the crime and their individual circumstances.
The case is a reminder of the importance of vigilance in protecting against counterfeiting and the serious consequences that can result from such crimes.
The defendants’ real full name is: Narlon Portis, Jr.
The exact criminal charges are: making, possessing, uttering and dealing in counterfeit obligations or securities.
The city and state where the crime occurred is: Fairlawn, Ohio.
The exact date of the crime is: June 14, 2017.
The sentence or outcome is: pending trial.
The dollar amount involved is: $10.
Key Facts
- State: Ohio
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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