Police are investigating a fake cash refund scam that targeted one of the Midlands' largest shopping centres. West Midlands Police reported that counterfeit banknotes were used to purchase a kitchen item at a store in Solihull. The item was later taken to a different branch of the same chain at Merry Hill shopping centre in the Black Country for a refund.
The transaction occurred at the Merry Hill shopping centre between 1:40 PM and 2:00 PM on April 22. Police have released a CCTV image of two women who may have information about the incident.
In a statement, the force said: "An investigation is underway after we received a report that fake bank notes had been used at a store in Solihull to buy a kitchen item before it was returned to a branch at Merry Hill. Following CCTV enquiries, we've been able to identify two women who we want to speak to in connection with the incident."
Anyone who recognises the women is urged to contact West Midlands Police by calling 101, using the Live Chat option on their website, and quoting crime number 20/224608/26. Anonymous reports can also be made via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
