Unfotunately, this type of thing is not new. I originally posted this under "Scam Company/Check" on Sept. 4, 2007. Maybe you can use the info to help "solve" your situation. I just copied and pasted the post, so the links may not function. However, the web addresses should still be correct.
"Thought this might help if you, or someone you know, has received these, or any other, types of "fraudulent" checks:
To learn more about the Federal Trade Commission's information on cashiers check scams, visit the FTC Alert on the topic). [www.ftc.gov]
If you think you’ve been targeted by a counterfeit check scam, report it to the following agencies:
The Federal Trade Commission: Visit [www.ftc.gov] or call 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357).
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service: Visit [www.usps.com] or call your local post office. The number is in the Blue Pages of your local telephone directory.
Your state or local consumer protection agencies: Visit [www.naag.org] for a list of state Attorneys General, or check the Blue Pages of your local telephone directory for appropriate phone numbers."
Good Luck and everyone know what, if anything, happens.
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 11/14/2007 03:52PM by nwazshopper.