Counterfeit money used at businesses in Paso Robles

The Paso Robles Police Department is issuing a warning about an increase in counterfeit money use and is asking for the public's help in solving this crime. On Monday, May 6 at approximately 11:15 am, an unknown male entered the Alliance Board Shop located at 1233 Park Street. The man selected a pair of socks paying with a $100.00 dollar bill and was given change for the transaction. It was later discovered that the bill used was fraudulent. The man was last seen wearing a black and grey flannel jacket, black hat and blue jeans. The man was described by witnesses to be in his mid to late 20s with a medium build. The man was last seen getting into a black 2000-2002 Lincoln LS.

Officers then responded to 1222 Spring Street for a second report of counterfeit money being passed at a business. In this incident, a heavyset man with a goatee purchased a $100.00 gift card with a counterfeit $100.00 bill and left the business. The man was described by the victim as 5’08” to 5’11” and 300 lbs. with a goatee and tattoos on his forearms.

While investigating the prior incidents, the PRPD received 2 additional calls regarding subjects attempting to pass fraudulent $100.00 bills at Napa Auto and Dollar General. PRPD officers were able to obtain video footage of the suspects who matched the description from the previous cases.
The Paso Robles Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the men responsible. The PRPD reminds business owners to check currency to ensure its authenticity before completing transactions. If anyone has information on this crime or any other crime, please call the Paso Robles Police Department at 805-237-6464.

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