South African police have launched a manhunt for a bold and unusually persuasive suspect who has allegedly bribed at least seven traffic officers using some of the worst counterfeit money ever seen described as so fake, it makes Monopoly money look legit.

According to authorities, the suspect described as “charismatic with dangerous levels of confidence” managed to slip the dodgy notes to officers at traffic stops and walk away without raising immediate suspicion.

What makes this case even more bizarre is the quality of the fake notes. Experts say the counterfeits appear to be printed on recycled Shoprite flyers, featuring a crudely drawn Nelson Mandela, a watermarked boerewors sausage, and the words “Legal Tenderish” boldly written in Comic Sans.

One officer, speaking anonymously, recalled the moment he realised something was off:

“He gave me a R200 note. It felt a bit light, but I thought maybe it was the new eco-friendly edition from the Reserve Bank.”

Despite the absurdity, police are taking the case seriously. They warn the public not to approach the man, as he may be capable of convincing you that biltong-wrapped tin foil is legal tender.

Traffic officers have now been advised to double-check all bribes a policy that raises eyebrows, considering accepting bribes is illegal in the first place. But in the words of one bystander.