Sarnia police have released surveillance photos of two female suspects after counterfeit money was used to make purchases in the city.
Police say the suspects are using older paper Canadian $100 bills at stores and gas bars, and getting cash back.
Businesses are encouraged to be extra vigilant when receiving older $100 bills as payment.
Those concerned can visit https://www.bankofcanada.ca/banknotes for more information about counterfeit money.
The site urges businesses to do the following:
- Politely refuse the note and explain that you suspect that it may be counterfeit.
- Ask for another note (and check it too).
- Advise the person to check the note with the local police.
- Inform your local police of a possible attempt to pass suspected counterfeit money.
- Be courteous. Remember that the person in possession of the bill could be an innocent victim who does not realize that the note is suspicious.
