Help Columbia County catch the Evans shoplifter spending counterfeit

A man passed counterfeit money to steal from a Columbia County Walmart, and investigators want more information.

Several photos were taken of a man leaving the Evans Walmart Supercenter around 5 p.m. on Oct. 10, carrying what authorities say was $140 worth of merchandise he wrongfully obtained, along with several counterfeit $20 bills.

The wanted man is charged with theft by shoplifting and fourth-degree forgery.

Investigator Ben White of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Property Crimes Unit is asking anyone who has seen this man, or has information regarding his identity or whereabouts, to contact him by calling (706) 541-3934 or, after hours, (706) 541-2800.