A warning to shoppers and businesses has been issued after fake £20 notes circulated around several shops in North Yorkshire and Darlington.
Fake £20 notes used in Northallerton and Darlington:
The offences occurred on several occasions, including Thursday, October 31, at Asda Petrol Station in Northallerton, who reported receiving fake £20 notes as payment for goods.
Other reports have been made that businesses in Darlington have also been the victim of fake £20 notes.
If you recognise the person pictured on the CCTV image as he may have information that will assist the police's investigation, North Yorkshire Police have asked people to get in touch.
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If you can help, email zoe.treasure@northyorkshire.police.uk.
Alternatively, people can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Zoe Treasure, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
People should quote NYP reference 12240200431 when passing on information.
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