Counterfeit banknotes are once again making their way into everyday transactions across Canada, and police say the risk to the public is growing. From online marketplace deals to routine retail exchanges, fake bills are slipping through often unnoticed until it is too late. Recent cases in Ontario highlight the problem. In both South Simcoe and Norfolk County, individuals accepted counterfeit notes that initially appeared genuine, only to discover the fraud when banks refused the cash. By then, the financial loss had already been passed along. Continue reading →
Police are warning GTA residents to be aware of counterfeit notes, especially $100 and $50 banknotes.
