Two teenagers were discovered in possession of $11,000 in counterfeit currency at a construction site in Abbotsford, British Columbia, according to local police. The incident occurred on July 8, 2026, when officers responded to a report of suspicious activity at the site.
Details of the Discovery
Police arrived at the construction site and found two teenagers, whose identities have not been released due to their age, holding a significant amount of counterfeit money. The total value of the fake bills was $11,000, as confirmed by the Abbotsford Police Department. The teenagers were taken into custody without incident, and the counterfeit cash was seized as evidence.
“We are investigating how the teenagers obtained the counterfeit money and whether it is linked to any larger criminal operation,” said a spokesperson for the Abbotsford Police. “At this time, no charges have been filed, but the investigation is ongoing.”
Impact and Community Response
The discovery has raised concerns about counterfeit currency circulating in the area. Local businesses are advised to be vigilant when handling cash and to report any suspicious bills to authorities. The police are working with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to trace the origin of the counterfeit money.
“This is a reminder that counterfeit currency can appear anywhere, and we encourage everyone to check their money carefully,” the spokesperson added. The teenagers were released to their parents pending further investigation.
