Sooke RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance as they investigate an alleged counterfeit currency transaction at a local gas station earlier this month.

Police say two men attended the Chevron gas station at 6610 Sooke Rd. on December 20 shortly after 6:00 p.m., where a counterfeit $100 bill was allegedly used during a transaction. The incident was reported to police two days later, on December 22.

The first suspect is described as a Caucasian man between 20 and 30 years old, with brown hair and a beard. At the time, he was wearing a black North Face jacket. The second suspect is also described as a Caucasian man between 20 and 30 years old, wearing a blue and green shirt.

RCMP are reminding business owners and members of the public to remain cautious when handling cash, particularly during private sales or retail transactions. Corporal Alex Bérubé, spokesperson for the BC RCMP, says people are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the security features on Canadian bank notes or refuse a bill if it appears suspicious.

Anyone who recognizes the suspects or has information related to the investigation is asked to contact Sooke RCMP at 250-642-5241.