This is a new variation of the Nigerian Check scheme. Only it targets Start ups and folks seeking to raise capital. The Go Big Network was trolled by this fraudulent scam artist. The office building turned out to be real, but no such company listed there. A Check was sent and delivered via UPS. The Cashier's check was stolen on Citibank Stock. The company whose account was used had no connection to the fraud.
We requested a Wire transfer. As the Banks must check the source of the funds on both ends. Any paper instrument can be forged and fraudulent. Check with your bank before accepting funds from anybody. They offered to accept our terms then demanded a larger than usual broker's fee. We declined they came back with a more reasonable offer.
The problem was their cost for due diligence seemed high. They also sent more than was needed for the meeting and wanted us to wire them the difference. That is when we refused to deposit the check. We also checked with the Bank. It was a stolen Citi Bank cashier's check.
There was somebody in Canada involved, London etc.
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