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Counterfeit money found in Mount Forest

Wellington County OPP are investigating after counterfeit money was used at a local business.

On October 30 at 8:15 p.m., police responded to a report of a counterfeit transaction at a business on Main Street North in Mount Forest.

Investigators determined that earlier that evening at 6:45 p.m., an unknown suspect came into the business and used a counterfeit $100 bill to buy a number of items before leaving the store.

Police are now trying to identify the suspect. They are described as a White male, 40-50 years old, possibly bald with a beard. The suspect was wearing glasses, a black cap, black sweater, grey sweatpants, and white shoes.

If anyone has any information, contact Wellington County OPP.

Wellington County OPPWellington County OPP are trying to identify this suspect who used a counterfeit $100 at a Mount Forest business on October 30, 2026. (Photo provided by Wellington County OPP)

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