Public Tips Lead to Counterfeit Currency Suspect

Tips from the public have helped to identify a male wanted for using counterfeit currency at a Wal-Mart in Bowmanville.

In the month of June, 2024, members of the Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) received numerous tips from the public which assisted them in identifying a male wanted for using counterfeit currency.  Police have now issued a warrant for his arrest.

Kelly James OSBORNE, age 45 from Toronto is wanted for: Uttering Counterfeit Money.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the accused or has any information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Kane of the Financial Crimes Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5371.

An example of the counterfeit currency is available at www.drps.ca

The Durham Regional Police Service Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) wants to remind the community that counterfeit currency is still being circulated throughout the region. Everyone is encouraged to double check their bills when handling and receiving cash.

Additional resources and training materials are available on the Bank of Canada's website at www.bankofcanada.ca

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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