Sidney/North Saanich RCMP are warning the public and local businesses after discovering an influx of counterfeit Canadian currency being used in the community.
On Thursday, August 21st, police responded to a report of a counterfeit $100 bill that was used at a local business in Sidney.
It was determined by investigators that the counterfeit $100 was “prop money,” which can be purchased online in different denominations.
Because of this discovery, police are warning all businesses and individuals accepting cash payments to carefully inspect all incoming bills for authenticity.
Police added that it is a criminal offence to knowingly recirculate a counterfeit bill.
Anyone who has come into contact with money that may be counterfeit currency, Sidney/North Saanich RCMP encourage them to report it.
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