Police are warning business owners of fake currency circulating in Simcoe.
They say several complaints were made from businesses in town, where an individual used counterfeit $5, $10, and $20 bills to pay for items.
The suspect involved in all of the incidents is described as a male, 5’6″ to 5’11”, thin to medium build with medium/long unkempt dark hair in a ponytail. He was wearing blue jeans, a black flat brimmed baseball hat with a sticker on the top left side, a black vest worn over a dark coloured hooded sweatshirt with a design logo on the front with dark boots with open laces.
The suspect was also described as wearing a bandanna over his face and had distinctive tattoos on both forearms.
All business owner and retailers are being urged to be alert and aware when accepting large denominations.
(Written by: Ashley Taylor)
