check scam

By 12.5.08

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The “Mystery Shopping” check scam we wrote about a bunch of times about is still fooling people. Here’s something to memorize: No matter what, if someone asks you to deposit a check and send them a smaller amount of money — you are about to get screwed. [Local 6] (Thanks, Patrick!)

Fun With Scammers: Golden Retriever Receives Check For $150,000

Fun With Scammers: Golden Retriever Receives Check For $150,000

By 10.16.08

Congratulations! Your dog is rich! Oh wait, no. It’s a scam. Meet Bruce Gadansky of the Louisville BBB. He got an email from some internet scammers and decided to reply — as his dog. The email was from a “company” looking for help cashing a check.