CHECK SCAM: I received a UPS package with a check for $5,500 in it. No letter or explanation was enclosed. On its face, the check appeared to be a valid Bank Check issued by Harris Bank. It even had the Harris Bank logo on it. But it was never issued by Harris Bank and would bounce if cashed. The check stated the remitter to be Jorge Loureiro (probably fictitious).
The check was sent via UPS Next Day Air. The UPS label stated it was from: Dean Turner, 5902 Decatur Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46241. This information is probably fictitious. A search of Google Earth showed that address is that of Allison Transmission Corp. The UPS tracking information also showed the check did not come from Indiana but, instead, originated in Salinas California.
The UPS account number on the label is E896E9. The name associated with that account is ATI PDC IB. An internet search produced nothing regarding that name. If anyone receives a check like this, it is fraudulent. If you cash it, youll be on the hook for the amount of the check and any fees charged by the bank. I suspect, after cashing it, you will receive a call from whoever sent it with some sort of offer or deal which involves sending them money. Do not cash the check and, if you do, do not fall for any offer or deal. Contact the fraud unit of the bank on the check and law enforcement authorities.
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