I received information from Shoppers Impressions Inc., thinking it was a company in which I inquired about to earn extra money, and they sent me a check along with explicit instructions on how to make extra money. Once I contacted the number given (289-242-2589, ext. 102), the "coordinator" informed me that I would be a probationary employee once the money was deposited. She instructed me to deposit the cashiers check ($4998) in to my personal bank account and when the bank released the funds (which they stated was procedure to hold a check of that amount), I was to contact them and be required to purchase $50 worth of merchandise from Wal-Mart, $40 worth of merchandise from The Gap and do two money transfers with Western Union and Money Gram. Being sceptical, I called every phone number that was given and it seemed to be legit, however when they say "too good to be true", it was! Even when contacting the bank "CASTROVILLE SAVINGS BANK" at 866-859-8372, which is located in Castroville, Tx., they assured me funds were available. However when I finally broke down and decided to deposit the check, I was totally humiliated when the bank manager informed me it was a SCAM and a way for this scam company to steal my identity and my bank account information!
I have always been extremely cautious and won't even pay bills on line due to the identity theft rate. I want to know how this company found me and knew to prey on individuals who are in need of earning extra income to care for their families?
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