Lacombe Police arrest individual following incidents involving counterfeit money

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The business owners communicated with one another about the incidents and called the police.

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Officers then attended the call and gathered statements. Police also reviewed the security camera footage, which assisted in identifying a suspect.

After an investigation, the Lacombe Police Service found and arrested an individual at a residence in Lacombe. Officers located a counterfeit $100 bill in the suspect’s possession during the arrest. The person was also found to be wanted on an outstanding warrant from another jurisdiction.

The accused was taken into custody without incident and held for a judicial interim release hearing. Charges in relation to uttering counterfeit currency are pending.

“The Lacombe Police Service would like to thank the involved business owners for their vigilance and communication, which played a key role in the successful outcome of this investigation,” as written in a media release. “Police remind the public and local businesses to remain alert when handling cash transactions. Anyone who suspects counterfeit currency is encouraged to refuse the bill and contact the police.”

If you have any information related to this incident or other criminal activity in the area, please contact the Lacombe Police Service at 403-782-3279 or your local police agency. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.tipsubmit.com.