Beware funny money

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The Kamloops RCMP is warning local businesses to be careful when accepting U.S. $20 bills.

In the past five days, there have been more than 10 reports of counterfeit $20 bills being used in Kamloops businesses.

“Kamloops RCMP asks employers to discuss counterfeit detection with their employees,” says Cpl. Jodi Shelkie.

“Employees who do cash transactions should take their time and do a cursory inspection of all bills, especially American money. If they feel or see something unusual about the money, then stop and examine it more closely. Employees should decline any bills that seem suspicious.”

Any local businesses who think they may have accepted phoney $20 American bills are urged to contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000.