Mansfield Police Department is on the lookout for a counterfeit cash con artist, accused of using phony bills at a local dessert spot, Cinnaholic, the establishment renowned for its customizable gourmet cinnamon rolls. Authorities turned to the community for help Wednesday, reaching out via the official Mansfield PD Facebook page for leads on the forgery suspect who passed the fake cash during a recent purchase.

The department's plea for public assistance comes with a direct call to action, urging anyone with information to step forward and contact Detective Robert Perez through his official email, which was shared in the post. This incident adds to the tally of counterfeit crimes that businesses across the country often grapple with. it places a burden on small business owners who take the hit financially when they unknowingly accept counterfeit bills as legitimate tender this was pointed out by a local business analyst in an interview earlier this month when discussing the area's business climate.

In a show of solidarity with local law enforcement, Cinnaholic shared the police department's message on its social media, highlighting the urgency to identify the individual responsible for the deceitful transaction. The collective effort demonstrates the close-knit nature of Mansfield's community, where businesses and law enforcement work together to uphold the integrity of commerce and local trade safety.

While the investigation is ongoing, the Mansfield Police emphasize the importance of vigilance among merchants, to scrutinize the money they receive, especially larger bills that are more commonly counterfeited with the position taken by law enforcement, education around recognizing counterfeit money is touted as a key deterrent to stop such crimes before they can impact more businesses and the broader community.

Those with potential leads or information about the forgery suspect are encouraged to view the appeal on the Mansfield Police Department Facebook page and contact Detective Perez at the provided email address. As local businesses like Cinnaholic face the fallout from fraudulent financial activity, the resolution of this case could have ramifications beyond just one shop, potentially safeguarding the area's economic well-being.