A number of counterfeit $100 notes were used to buy goods at three separate stores in Dickson on Friday, leading police to warn Canberrans against potential scammers.
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Acting Superintendent of South District Jo Cameron said store staff should be vigilant about checking large denomination notes before accepting them as payment.
"Canberra stores are about to commence their busiest time of the year and it's timely for store owners and managers to ensure their staff are equipped to detect counterfeit currency," she said.
"There are a variety of security features that can be used to check a banknote, but at the end of the day, if you're unsure if the note is legitimate, don't accept it."
Police have urged store owners and staff to report all incidents of counterfeit currency to police on 131 444.
