Counterfeit $20 bills have been circulating in Barrie, prompting a warning from South Simcoe Police. Authorities urge residents and business owners to inspect currency carefully and report any suspicious notes to law enforcement.
How to Spot Counterfeit Bills
Police advise checking for security features such as raised ink, watermarks, and the holographic strip. Counterfeit notes often lack these details or have blurred printing. If you suspect a bill is fake, do not return it to the passer; instead, contact police immediately.
Reporting Suspicious Currency
Anyone who encounters a counterfeit bill should call the South Simcoe Police non-emergency line or visit their local station. Do not attempt to detain individuals passing fake money. Provide a description of the person and any vehicle involved if possible.
This incident is part of a broader pattern of counterfeit currency appearing in Ontario. Police are working with the RCMP and other agencies to track the source of the fake bills. No arrests have been made yet.
