A Flurry of Fake Checks
A rash of fake check scams has the NCUA issuing a warning for all parties to be on the lookout. While the details vary, the basics of the scam involve a scammer luring a customer to deposit a fake instrument, which may be nearly indistinguishable from a legitimate check or money order, then wiring or sending money to the scammer in return. It may be days or weeks before the victim discovers the initial instrument was fraudulent. [4/11/17]


