Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Police Department’s Commercial Crimes Division, along with its Metropolitan Finance Section, is alerting local businesses about a counterfeit check scheme and is actively seeking additional victims.
Authorities say the forgery operation involves two male suspects and may have targeted multiple check-cashing businesses across the region. The scheme, still under investigation, has prompted police to request that any establishments affected by similar incidents come forward.
Investigators are encouraging businesses to review recent transactions for suspicious activity and contact the LAPD with relevant information.
The investigation into the counterfeit check operation remains ongoing, and officials are working to determine the full scope of the scheme.