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Police warn shopkeepers of 'ringing the changes' scam

Police are issuing a warning to shopkeepers and cashiers following reports of a so-called ‘ringing the changes’ scam operating across Devon and Cornwall.

Suspects have entered post offices, building societies, shops and even restaurants wanting to exchange notes to different denominations.

They then attempt to confuse till staff and while the staff are distracted, use sleight...