Poplar Bluff police warn retailers of ‘quick-change’ scam

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POPLAR BLUFF, Mo., (KBSI) — The Poplar Bluff Police Department is warning retailers and cashiers to be aware of a scam known as the “quick-change” scam.

In this type of theft, a suspect typically purchases a low-priced item—such as a pack of gum or a soft drink—using a large bill, often $100. As the cashier begins counting the change, the suspect asks to pay with a smaller bill and requests the larger one back. Through distraction and fast-talking tactics, the suspect attempts to leave with both the original large bill and the change.

Police are asking anyone who recognizes the individual shown in a related video to contact Detective Dan Mustain (D-ROC) at dmustain@pbcity.org
or call/text 573-686-8632.

All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.