Lloydminster RCMP are asking for the public’s help to identify two suspects after counterfeit banknotes were passed at several local businesses.
Police say between July 1 and Dec. 12, 2025, officers received 17 reports of counterfeit currency being used at retail locations in Lloydminster.
According to RCMP, similar incidents have also been reported in the Edmonton area, and investigators believe the occurrences may be related.
The investigation has identified two suspects, one male and one female, who are believed to have attended local businesses and made purchases using counterfeit banknotes.
RCMP say suspect photos have been obtained and are being released as part of the investigation.
Anyone who can identify the suspects or has information related to these incidents is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), submit a tip online at P3Tips.com, or use the P3 Tips app, available through Apple App or Google Play.
Residents can also report crime online or access RCMP news and information through the Alberta RCMP app. For non-emergency police assistance within any Alberta RCMP jurisdiction, call 310-RCMP (7267).
