Counterfeit money discovered in Trail

RCMP are warning about phony $50 and $100 bills circulating in Trail.

They were notified Friday by a local bank about two counterfeit bills. Both were believed to have been used at a local business and were discovered when they were deposited.

The investigation is ongoing.

“We encourage local businesses to check high valued denominations like $50 and $100 to ensure they are authentic before accepting them as payment,” Sgt. Mike Wicentowich said.


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