Kingston, Ont. police seek woman accused of using counterfeit money to buy gift cards

Kingston police are asking for help identifying this woman in connection with a fraud investigation. (Kingston police/handout)

Kingston police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman wanted in connection with a fraud investigation in the city.

According to police, a suspect has been buying gift cards with counterfeit $100 bills. Incidents have taken place at several large retail stores, including Canadian Tire, Walmart, Giant Tiger, and Shoppers Drug Mart.

The suspect is described as a middle-aged woman with long, dark curly hair. She is believed to be driving a newer model red Hyundai four-door sedan with dark tinted windows.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of this suspect is asked to contact D/Cst. Anthony Hampton at 613-549-4660 ext. 6438 or via email at [e-mail].

You can also provide tips anonymously by calling the Kingston Police general number 613-549-4660 ext. 0 and asking to remain anonymous.