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EPISODE · Jun 30, 2023 · 41 MIN

An Old Scam Is Making a Comeback: Check Washing

from The Perfect Scam · host AARP

Consumers write far fewer checks than they did in the past, so it may seem surprising that the once-common crime of check washing is making a dramatic comeback. Criminals steal a check out of the mail, wash off the payee's name and other information, and then cash the check and steal money from the owner's account. In this episode, we'll learn how the crime is evolving and becoming more violent, putting mail carriers in danger, as well as how you can safeguard your checks from falling into the hands of criminals.

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Consumers write far fewer checks than they did in the past, so it may seem surprising that the once-common crime of check washing is making a dramatic comeback. Criminals steal a check out of the mail, wash off the payee's name and other...

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