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OCC Counterfeit Alert: Banc of California, Irvine, CA

December 15, 2015, 6:38 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
Alert 2015-17
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: December 1, 2015
Description: Banc of California, N.A.
Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Banc of California, N.A., Irvine, Calif.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that two versions of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 322274527 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with online employment scams.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

Version #1

    • The checks contain a light blue marbled background.
    • The following security statement is located within a dark top border: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICIY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
    • The bank’s address located beneath the bank’s logo in the top-left corner is void of punctuation between the suite number and city.
    • A heat-sensitive security feature is located in the bottom-center portion of the checks.

Version #2

    • The checks contain a light blue background.
    • The following security statement is located within a darker blue top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
    • A security padlock icon and statement appear in the right border of the checks.

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in amounts between $1,480 and $8,800, and contain remitter names of Donald Adams, Paul Burrigt, Jessica Fonseca, James Foster, Chris Harding, Jerry Lambert, Jeanette Maldonado, Henry Malls, and Mark Williams.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Banc of California, N.A., please contact Operational Risk Management and Fraud Risk Officer Lucy Aguilar by mail at 18500 Von Karman Avenue, Suite 1100, Irvine, CA 92612, by telephone at (714) 864-5168, or by e-mail at lucy.aguilar@bancofcal.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

    • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
    • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
    • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
    • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
    • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Special Supervision Division

400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12

Washington, DC 20219

Phone: (202) 649-6450

Fax: (571) 293-4925

www.occ.gov

occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Ellen M. Warwick

Director for Enforcement and Compliance
Link:

OCC Counterfeit Alert

 


Filed under: Counterfeit Checks, Fraud, OCC Updates
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OCC catches Grinch #1: Counterfeit Checks for First National Bank, Davenport, IA

December 24, 2015, 6:35 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
Alert 2015-18
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: December 23, 2015
Description: First National Bank
Counterfeit Cashier's Checks of First National Bank, Davenport, Iowa

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 071122564 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various online scams.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

    • The checks are light blue in color and contain a darker-blue top border.
    • The following security statement is located within the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts, contain a remitter name of Frank David, and contain authorized signatures of Ruth Heisley and Naomi M. Sparacello.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on First National Bank, please contact Senior Vice President, Compliance, and Bank Secrecy Act Officer Naomi M. Sparacello by mail at 3717 N. Brady St., Davenport, IA 52806, by telephone at (563) 388-4925, or by e-mail at naomi.sparacello@firstnationalbanks.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

    • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
    • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
    • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
    • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
    • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Special Supervision Division

400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12

Washington, DC 20219

Phone: (202) 649-6450

Fax: (571) 293-4925

www.occ.gov

occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Ellen M. Warwick

Director for Enforcement and Compliance

Link:

OCC Notice

 


Filed under: Counterfeit Checks, Fraud, OCC Updates
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OCC Catches Grinch #2: Counterfeit Checks drawn on Carrollton Federal Bank, Carrollton, KY

December 24, 2015, 6:40 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
Alert 2015-19
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: December 23, 2015
Description: Carrollton Federal Bank
Counterfeit Cashier's Checks of Carrollton Federal Bank, Carrollton, Ky.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that three variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 061103056 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various online scams.

The counterfeit checks may or may not resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

Variation #1

    • The checks contain a light-blue marbled background.
    • The following security statement is located within a dark-blue top border: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
    • The abbreviated routing number appearing beneath the check number is typed as 64-305/611 on one line.
    • The following security statement appears along the bottom of the check between two security padlock icons: “SECURITY FEATURES INCLUDED. DETAILS ON BACK.”

Variation #2

    • The checks are of unknown color.
    • The following security statement is located within a dark top border: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
    • The “For” line contains the following note: “EAGLE SHIPPING LLC.”

Variation #3

    • The checks are of unknown color and contain an ornate border.
    • The bank’s logo is not included on the face of the check.
    • The checks are handwritten.
    • The “For” line may contain the following note: “For Services Rendered”

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts, contain the authorized signatures of Barbara Boswell and Joey Ginn, and have been delivered to potential victims by some form of express delivery.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Carrollton Federal Bank, please contact Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Lisa Flannery by mail at P.O. Box 389, Carrollton, KY 41008, by telephone at (502) 732-4272, ext. 112, by fax at (502) 732-4274, or by e-mail at lflannery@carrolltonfederalbank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

    • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
    • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
    • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
    • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
    • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Special Supervision Division

400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12

Washington, DC 20219

Phone: (202) 649-6450

Fax: (571) 293-4925

www.occ.gov

occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Ellen M. Warwick

Director for Enforcement and Compliance

Link:

OCC Notice

 


Filed under: Counterfeit Checks, Fraud, OCC Updates
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OCC Counterfeit Check Notice: Edgartown National Bank, Edgartown, MA

January 21, 2016, 6:57 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
Alert 2016-1
Subject: Counterfeit Official Checks
Date: January 14, 2016
Description: Edgartown National Bank
Counterfeit Official Checks of Edgartown National Bank, Edgartown, Mass.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that two variations of counterfeit official checks using a correct routing number of 0113056854 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various online auction scams.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

Variation #1

    • The checks are light blue in color and contain a darker blue straight-edged border.
    • The following security statement is located within the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
    • A padlock icon and the words “Security features” are printed along the right-hand border.
    • The following security statement appears on the back of the check within a text box:
    • “THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SECURITY FEATURES:
    • ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES MAY INDICATE ALTERATION.
    • PADLOCK DESIGN IS A CERTIFICATION MARK OF THE CHECK PAYMENT SYSTEMS ASSOCIATION.”
      • INVISIBLE FLUORESCENT FIBERS
      • THREE-STAIN SET
      • UV DULL
      • MICRO PRINT

Variation #2

    • The checks are light blue in color and contain a decorative dark-blue border.
    • The following security statement is located within a dark top border: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND HIGH RESOLUTION BORDER. THE REVERSE SIDE OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”

Counterfeit checks presented to date are missing the bank’s telephone number of (508) 627-1100 under the bank’s logo. Checks have been made payable in varying amounts and have contained a remitter name of Matt Btiner, Ericka Williams, Terry Hutchison, or Matthew Johnson. All checks have been sent to potential victims by 2nd-day overnight mail service.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Edgartown National Bank, please contact Vice President of Retail Branch Administration and Security Officer Tilma Zyla by mail at 2 S. Water St., Edgartown, MA 02539; by telephone at (508) 627-1118; by fax at (508) 627-1133; or by e-mail at tzyla@yourislandbank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

    • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
    • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
    • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
    • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
    • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Special Supervision Division

400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12

Washington, DC 20219

Phone: (202) 649-6450

Fax: (571) 293-4925

www.occ.gov

occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

Link:

OCC Counterfeit Check Notice

 


Filed under: Counterfeit Checks, OCC Updates
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OCC find counterfeit checks drawn on Valley National Bank of Wayne, NJ

February 2, 2016, 7:50 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
Alert 2016-2
Subject: Counterfeit Official Checks
Date: January 29, 2016
Description: Valley National Bank
Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Valley National Bank, Wayne, N.J.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that two versions of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 021201383 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various online scams.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

    • The checks contain a light blue marbled background.
    • The following security statement is located within a dark top border: “THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND ON WHITE PAPER AND ORIGINAL DOCUMENT SECURITY SCREEN ON BACK WITH PADLOCK SECURITY ICON.”
    • A security padlock icon and the following statement appear in the right border of the checks: “Security features included. Details on back.”
    • The checks are signed by “Brian K. McCabe.”

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in the amount of $1,850. E-mail correspondence pertaining to this scam may be initiated by someone using the name of “Brian Norwood” with an e-mail address of [Acctofficer101@gmail.com].

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Valley National Bank, please contact the bank’s 24/7 Customer Service Center by mail at 1455 Valley Rd., Wayne, NJ 07470, by telephone at (800) 522-4100, or by e-mail via the bank’s Web site at: www.valleynationalbank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

    • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
    • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
    • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
    • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
    • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Special Supervision Division

400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12

Washington, DC 20219

Phone: (202) 649-6450

Fax: (571) 293-4925

www.occ.gov

occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Ellen M. Warwick

Director for Enforcement and Compliance

Link:

OCC Notice

 


Filed under: Counterfeit Checks, Fraud, OCC Updates
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OCC Counterfeit Alert: First National Bank & Trust Company, Iron Mountain, MI

February 29, 2016, 6:36 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2016-3
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: February 24, 2016		 Description: First National Bank & Trust Company

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of First National Bank & Trust Company, Iron Mountain, Mich.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that several versions of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 091101730 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a mystery shopping scam.

The counterfeit checks may be immediately identified by the following traits:

  • The checks contain the account number of 066001.
  • The checks contain an authorized signature of “Patricia L. Wender.”
  • The checks do not include an embossed dollar amount.

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts and may include remitter names of Nichole Alan, Mitchell Anderson, Nichole Brown, Jonathan Cooks, Nichole Dennocenzo, Sayace Flanary, Candace Hicks, Laura M. Mooney, or Jasmyne Washington. A number of checks have been deposited as mobile deposits.

E-mail correspondence pertaining to this mystery shopping scam may be initiated by someone using the name of “James Matt” with an e-mail address of [jmsmtt34@gmail.com] and a telephone number of (281) 594-7549.

Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit checks instructs the recipient to deposit the check into his or her bank account, wait 24 hours, and withdraw the cash needed to complete the assignment. The letter further instructs the potential victim to spend a small sum of the money, such as $50, at a well-known merchant and then to wire transfer a larger sum, such as $1,500, to a third party. Contact information contained within the instructional correspondence may include an e-mail address of [iundisputedboss@outlook.com] and a telephone number (text messages only) of (786) 233-9084. Please be aware that contact names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses may vary.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on First National Bank & Trust Company, please contact Assistant Vice President Sandra L. Meier by mail at 233 S. Stephenson Avenue, Iron Mountain, MI  49801 or by e-mail at smeier@fnbimk.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Ellen M. Warwick
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

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Link:

OCC Notice


Filed under: Counterfeit Checks, Fraud, OCC Updates
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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: Washington Federal Bank of Seattle

April 8, 2016, 6:19 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2016-6
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: March 30, 2016		 Description: Washington Federal Bank, NA

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Washington Federal Bank, NA, Seattle, Wash.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that several versions of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 325070980 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with an online employment scam.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks contain a brown weaved background pattern.
  • There are no security statements along the edges of the checks.
  • The checks contain no borders.
  • The checks contain one authorized signature line.

Variation No. 2

  • The checks are of unknown color.
  • The following security statement is located within a dark top border: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
  • The checks contain one authorized signature line.
  • The following security statement is located along the bottom border between two padlock icons: “SECURITY FEATURES INCLUDED. DETAILS ON BACK.”

Variation No. 3

  • The checks are of unknown color.
  • The following security statement is located along the top edge: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The checks contain one authorized signature line.

Variation No. 4

  • The checks are of unknown color.
  • The following security statement is located along the top edge: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The payable dollar amount section contains no borders.

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts and have contained an authorized signature of “Roy M. Whitehead.” Remitter names appearing on these checks may include: Scott Allen, Jessica Belten, Mary Birch, John Bonnes, Susan Cotton, Devon Curtis, George Fisher, Margaret Giffett, Cheryl Hubner, Brandy Longnecker, Connie Lopez, Kelly Lynch, Gail Malloy, Shirley Partin, Melinda Patton, Helen Sheffield, Freddie Smith, Deniece Stevens, Cynthia Villa, and Valerie White.

Correspondence related to this scam may include a company name of “The Premier Mystery Shopping Company” and be signed by “Ben Howard.” Contact information may include the e-mail addresses of [david199510@qaol.com] or [benhoward.mspc@gmail.com] and a telephone number of (336) 844-2482. Another variation may include a contact name of “Walter H. Anders” using an e-mail address of [assessnowresults055live@yahoo.com], [evaluatenshop.us055@yahoo.com], or [evaluateteam055live@outlook.com].

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Washington Federal, NA, please contact General Counsel Arian Colachis by mail at 425 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98101, by telephone at (206) 777-8327, by fax at (206) 624-2334, or by e-mail at arian.colachis@wafd.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s Web site.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud Web site.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The Web site offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.
 

Ellen M. Warwick
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

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The Truth is Out There: Counterfeit Checks of Pioneer Bank, Roswell, NM

April 29, 2016, 6:36 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
 
Alert 2016-7
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: April 15, 2016		 Description: Pioneer Bank
 
Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Pioneer Bank, Roswell, N.M.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that several versions of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 312270463 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a scam involving online mystery shopping employment.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

  • The checks contain the following security statement in the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The words “CASHIER’S CHECK” are printed in the top-center portion of the check.
  • The city and state printed under the bank’s logo appear as “ROSEWELL NM.”
  • The following statement is located beneath the authorized signature lines: “TWO SIGNATURES REQUIRED OVER $50,000.00.”

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts and do not contain remitter names.

Potential victims are initially contacted by e-mail about an opportunity for mystery shopping employment through At Your Service Marketing.

Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit checks explains that the recipient is to deposit the check into his or her personal bank account and wait 24 hours to perform the assignment. The recipient of this package is to confirm receipt by sending a text message to (216) 839-0634. The letter further explains that the recipient is to retain $300 as a commission payment and to spend the remainder on the purchase of a specific brand of prepaid cards. Once the prepaid cards are purchased, the recipient is to take a photograph of both the front and back of each card and e-mail those pictures along with additional evaluation information to [justincory.10@outlook.com].

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Pioneer Bank, please contact Cash Management Supervisor Kate Davenport by mail at 3000 North Main Street, Roswell, NM 88201; by telephone at (575) 624-5243; by fax at (575) 624-5269; or by e-mail at kdavenport@pioneerbnk.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.
 

Ellen M. Warwick
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

 

Link:

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June 10, 2016: Another OCC Counterfeit Check Alert

July 21, 2016, 7:03 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2016-8
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: June 10, 2016		 Description: Provident Savings Bank, FSB

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Provident Savings Bank, FSB, Riverside, Calif.

The above-named bank has reported that at least seven variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 322270518 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a variety of online secret shopper employment scams.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic checks; the counterfeit checks, however, may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks contain the following security statement in the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The words “Security Features” as well as a padlock icon appear along the right border.
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $1,815.20 and contain a remitter name of Ben Danny.
  • The reverse side of the check contains the following words above the endorsement lines: “PLEASE ENDORSE HERE.”
  • A text box including a padlock icon appears beneath the endorsement area and includes security feature details.

Variation No. 2

  • The checks contain the following security statement in the top border: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 11 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $1,998.50 and contain a remitter name of Gail Elis.
  • The reverse side of the check contains a DocuGard 04510 Security Features text box beneath the endorsement area.

Variation No. 3

  • The checks contain the following security statement in the top border: “ORIGINAL DOCUMENT PRINTED ON CHEMICAL REACTIVE PAPER WITH HEAT SENSITIVE INK HAND ICON AND MICROPRINTED BORDER.”
  • The words “SECURITY FEATURES INCLUDED – DETAILS ON BACK” along with a padlock icon appear along the right border.
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $2,150 and contain a remitter name of Lori Hurst.

Variation No. 4

  • The checks do not contain any security statements on the face of the items.
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $1,986 and contain a remitter name of Richard Coleman.
  • The reverse side of the check contains the following words above the endorsement lines: “PLEASE ENDORSE HERE.”
  • A text box including a padlock icon appears beneath the endorsement area and includes security feature details. 

Variation No. 5

  • The checks contain the following words along the right border of the items: “LaserSecure * Fraud-Resistant Laser Checks.”
  • A circular security feature area is located to the right of the authorized signature line. The instructions state to “Rub Here – Ink Disappears.”
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $1,992 and contain a remitter name of Raymond Kelvin.
  • The reverse side of the check contains the following words above the endorsement lines: “WARNING – DO NOT CASH CHECK WITHOUT NOTING SECURITY FEATURES BELOW.”
  • A text box including a padlock icon appears beneath the endorsement area and includes security feature details.  

Variation No. 6

  • The checks contain the following security statement in the top border: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $2,650 and contain a remitter name of Marie Denny.

Variation No. 7

  • The checks contain the following security statement in the top border: “THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND ON WHITE PAPER.”
  • Checks may be made payable in the amount of $2,950 and contain a remitter name of Lonette Edmund.
  • A text box including a padlock icon appears beneath the endorsement area and includes security feature details. 

Other remitter names may include Michael Braine, Ann Lohan, Pat Mack, Leo Vincent, and Jerome Young. Due to possible variations between the appearance of the bank’s authentic items and the counterfeit items associated with the scam, officials of Provident Savings Bank, FSB, suggest they be contacted to verify authenticity of the bank’s cashier’s checks if received from an unknown entity.

Potential victims may be initially contacted by e-mail about an opportunity for mystery shopping employment. The contact name used may be Carl Lincon, who uses the e-mail address [linconcarl@gmail.com].

Samples of letters accompanying the counterfeit checks are attached to this alert.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of checks drawn on Provident Savings Bank, FSB, please contact the Provident Bank Call Center by mail at 3756 Central Ave., Riverside, CA 92506; by telephone at (800) 442-5201; or by e-mail at www.myprovident.com/contactus.asp. Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).

If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.
 

Ellen M. Warwick
Director for Enforcement and Compliance 
 

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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: Century National Bank

December 23, 2016, 7:07 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
 
Alert 2016-11
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: November 29, 2016		 Description: Century National Bank, a Division of Park National Bank
 
Counterfeit Official Checks of Century National Bank, a Division of Park National Bank, Zanesville, Ohio

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least two variations of counterfeit official checks using a correct routing number of 044101305 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a secret shopper scam.

The counterfeit checks do not resemble the bank’s authentic checks. Counterfeit items may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks are light blue in color and contain a darker blue border.
  • A padlock security icon and security statement appear along the right border.
  • The words “Official Check” are printed in black ink in the top center portion of the check
  • The following security statement appears in the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”

Variation No. 2

  • The checks are blue in color with a marbled background and a dark blue top border.
  • The following security statement appears in the top border: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts and have contained remitter names of Crystal Bearce, Gary Cook, James Edwood, Mark Richards, Daniel Scott, and Eileen Zimmer.

Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit checks may contain a contact name of Richard Rotarious with e-mail addresses of [Rbmt009@gmail.com] or [rgtbrotarious@gmail.com] as well as Christopher Decker with contact information of [christopher.decker13@gmail.com] and text-only telephone numbers of (214) 935-8253 or (682) 233-0485.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of official checks drawn on Century National Bank, a Division of Park National Bank, please contact Brittany Schuhart, Loss Prevention Manager, by mail at Loss Prevention Department, 50 N. Third St., PO Box 3500, Newark, OH 43058; by telephone at (888) 349-3925; or by e-mail at bschuhart@parknationalbank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.
 

Ellen M. Warwick
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: CommunityBank of Texas

March 16, 2017, 7:28 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
 
Alert 2017-2
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: March 6, 2017		 Description: CommunityBank of Texas, National Association
 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of CommunityBank of Texas, National Association,
Beaumont, Texas

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least three variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 113111983 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with online job opportunity and auction scams.

The counterfeit checks do not resemble the bank’s authentic checks. Counterfeit items may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks presented are either light blue or light green in color with a marbled background.
  • The checks contain thin dark-blue or green vertical borders and thick dark-blue or green horizontal borders.
  • The following security statement appears in the top border: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”

Variation No. 2

  • The checks presented are either pale-blue or white in color and contain a thin blue border.
  • The checks do not contain any security features.

Variation No. 3

  • The checks are light blue in color and contain a darker-blue top border.
  • The following security statement appears in the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • A padlock icon appears in the right border with the words “Security Features.”

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts and display the bank’s name with a space between “Community” and “Bank.” All checks contain a remitter name of Kellie Ellie Fowler and an authorized signature of Tamara Norris.

Potential victims of the job opportunity scam may be initially contacted by e-mail by either Jennifer Kinley with an e-mail address of [tisainas@gmail.com] or Keith Farrell with an e-mail address of [imtinssurance@gmail.com]. Both individuals are using the same telephone number of (832) 413-1639 for text messaging purposes. Once the potential victim agrees to the job opportunity, he or she will receive a counterfeit check in the mail with instructions to deposit the check into his or her bank account, wait 24 hours, and then wire a significant portion of the funds to a third party.

Potential victims of the online auction scam may be contacted by an individual using the name of Barrack Smith and providing an on-line auction e-mail address of [019ced5fc82f3880b47ab6db08134b10@reply.craigslist.org]. Potential victims are contacted about items posted for sale. Once an agreed-upon price has been set, the potential victim will receive an overpayment amount in the form of a counterfeit check. He or she is then instructed to deposit the check into his or her bank account, wait 24 hours, and then wire the overpayment amount to a third party.

Checks may take up to ten days to go through the clearing process. In both of the above-described cases, by the time the check is deemed to be counterfeit, the victims have already wired the funds to an untraceable third party. The victims are then in a position of refunding their financial institutions for the incurred loss.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on CommunityBank of Texas, National Association, please contact Bryan Hollier, Assistant Vice President, Security, by mail at 5999 Delaware Street, Beaumont, TX 77706; by telephone at (409) 861-7413; by fax at (409) 861-7415; or by email at bhollier@cbotx.com.  

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by email. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.
 

Monica A. Freas
Acting Director for Enforcement and Compliance

Link:

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OCC: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks – Oculina Bank, Vero Beach, FL

April 4, 2017, 6:22 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2017-3
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: March 24, 2017		 Description: The Oculina Bank, Vero Beach, Fla.

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of the Oculina Bank, Vero Beach, Fla.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least two variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 067092556 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various online job opportunity and auction scams.

The counterfeit checks may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks presented are blue in color with a black and white logo in the upper-left corner.
  • The remitter name “Jake Smith” appears under the bank logo.
  • The following security statement appears in the top border: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The words “CASHIER’S CHECK” are located in the lower-left portion of the check.
  • A padlock icon and the words “Security Features” appear along the right border.

Variation No. 2

  • The checks presented are of unknown color.
  • The remitter name “Jim Kirk” appears under the bank logo.
  • The following security statement appears in the top border: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • The words “CASHIER’S CHECK” are located in the lower-left portion of the check.
  • A heat-sensitive shield is located in the lower-center portion of the check.

Counterfeit checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts, contain an authorized signature of “Mel J. Lussent,” and include an incorrect account number with an ending digit of “9.”

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on the Oculina Bank, please contact Ryan O’Connor, Compliance Officer, by mail at 4450 24th Ave., Vero Beach, FL 32967; by telephone at (772) 563-2212, Ext. 1115; by fax at (772) 563-4909; or by e-mail at roconnor@oculinabank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

 

Monica A. Freas
Acting Director for Enforcement and Compliance

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OCC Counterfeit Cashier’s Check Alert: Legend Bank, Bowie, TX

June 6, 2017, 6:16 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2017-6
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: May 24, 2017		 Description: Legend Bank, NA, Bowie, Texas

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Legend Bank, NA, Bowie, Texas

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least eight variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 111903290 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a variety of online scams.

The counterfeit checks may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks presented are of unknown color and contain the words “CASHIER’S CHECK” in the top center portion of the check.
  • The top of the check contains a dark border with the following security statement: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
  • The bank’s PO Drawer listed under the logo may appear as either “1051” or “1061.”
  • The words “date,” “check number,” and “amount” appear in dark shaded boxes in the right portion of the check in a table format.
  • The checks may contain one of the following remitter names: Julie Wade, Janet Coleman, or Kate Gilbert.
  • The authorized signature on these checks appears to be Robert C. Bryan.
  • “VOID” appears when the checks are copied.

Variation No. 2

  • The checks presented are of unknown color and do not contain the words “Cashier’s Check.”
  • The top of the check contains a dark border with the following security statement: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
  • The checks may contain a remitter name of Joan Quillin.
  • The authorized signature on these checks appears to be Carol Morrow.
  • The written-out payable amount of the check does not spell out the word “dollars” but rather uses the abbreviation “DOL-.”
  • The Notice appearing in the bottom left portion of the check does not spell out the word “please” but rather uses the abbreviation “PLS.”

Variation No. 3

  • The checks presented are white in color and contain the words “CASHIER’S CHECK” in the top center portion of the check.
  • The top of the check contains a blue border with the following security statement: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
  • The bank’s address appears beneath the bank’s name and logo.
  • The checks may contain one of the following remitter names: Joan MacDaniels, Joan Arnold, Joyce MacDavid, Jennifer Stanley, Julie Fitzgerald, or Katie Winters.
  • “VOID” appears when the checks are copied.
  • The checks may contain a heat-sensitive lock at the bottom center or may contain the following statement: “Security features included. Details on back.”
  • The authorized signature on these checks appears to be Robert C. Bryan, as in Version 1.

Variation No. 4

  • The checks presented are of unknown color and contain a decorative scrolled border.
  • The bank’s name appears in an enclosed box in the top center portion of the check, with the bank’s address typed in the top left corner.
  • Within the scrolled top border on either side of the bank’s name is the following security statement: “HOLD DOCUMENT UP TO THE LIGHT TO VIEW TRUE WATERMARK.”
  • The words “Cashier’s Check” do not appear on the check.
  • The checks may contain a remitter name of Jason Phillips.
  • The following Notice appears in the bottom left portion of the check: “NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS – LOST STATEMENT MUST BE SIGNED IF THIS INSTRUMENT IS LOST, MISPLACED OR STOLEN.”
  • The authorized signature on these checks is illegible.

Variation No. 5

  • The checks presented are of unknown color and do not contain the words “Cashier’s Check.”
  • The top of the check contains a dark border with the following security statement: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
  • The checks do not contain a remitter name.
  • The authorized signature on these checks appear to be Carol Morrow.
  • The Notice appearing in the bottom left portion of the check does not spell out the word “please” but rather uses the abbreviation “PLS.”
  • The security statement along the bottom border is difficult to read, as it overlaps the Notice as well as the words “Member FDIC.”

Variation No. 6

  • The checks presented are of unknown color and contain the words “CASHIER’S CHECK” in the top right portion of the check.
  • The check number is proceeded by the abbreviation “No.”
  • The top of the check contains a dark border with the following security statement: “THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”
  • The checks do not contain a remitter name.
  • The authorized signature on these checks is illegible.
  • The reverse side watermark reads “Original Document.”

Variation No. 7

  • The checks presented are of unknown color and do not contain the words “Cashier’s Check.”
  • The top of the check contains a border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • The checks contain a remitter name of Fresenius Medical Care.
  • The authorized signature on these checks appears to be Kassy Albreth.
  • A heat-sensitive lock is located to the left of the Authorized Signature line.

Variation No. 8

  • The checks presented are blue in color and contain a basket weave pattern.
  • The top of the check contains a darker blue border with the following security statement: “WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The words “CASHIER’S CHECK” are located in the top center portion of the check.
  • The bank’s PO Drawer listed under the bank name and logo appears as “5001.”
  • The check number is proceeded by the words “Check No.”
  • The term “Member FDIC” appears between and slightly below “CASHIER’S CHECK” and “Check No.”
  • The checks do not contain a remitter name.
  • A memo line at the bottom border of the check states “MEMO: 1125 Oxford.”
  • The first name of the authorized signature on these checks appears to be “John.”

Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit checks may appear to be from one of the following:

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on Legend Bank, NA, please contact Chris Simpson, Fraud Officer, by mail at 101 W Tarrant St., PO Box 1081, Bowie, TX 76230, by telephone at (940) 235-1680, by fax at (940) 872-3609, or by e-mail at chris.simpson@legend-bank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

 

William Jauquet
Acting Director for Enforcement and Compliance

 

Link:

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OCC Counterfeit Cashier’s Check Notice: Consumers National Bank, Minerva, OH

July 11, 2017, 6:21 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
 
Alert 2017-5
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: May 18, 2017		 Description: Consumers National Bank, Minerva, Ohio
 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Consumers National Bank, Minerva, Ohio

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least two variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 041201143 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a secret shopper scam.

The counterfeit checks may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks presented are white in color with a thin blue border.
  • The top of the check contains a thick blue border with the following security statement: “THIS CHECK IS VOID WITHOUT A COLORED BACKGROUND AND SECURE DOCUMENT WATERMARK ON THE BACK – HOLD AT ANGLE TO VIEW.”
  • The remitter name “Bethany Hope Suntheimer” appears under the bank logo.
  • The following statement appears above the dual signature lines in the bottom left portion of the check: “TWO SIGNATURES REQUIRED OVER $5,000.”

Variation No. 2

  • The checks presented are light blue in color with a white marbled pattern and blue border.
  • The top of the check contains a thick blue border with the following security statement: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”
  • The remitter name “John D. Galloway” appears under the bank logo.
  • The following statement appears above the dual signature lines in the bottom left portion of the check: “TWO SIGNATURES REQUIRED OVER $2,500.”
  • The amount of the check may exceed $2,500 but contain only one authorized signature.

Potential victims are contacted via e-mail by an individual using the name of Susan Howe and purporting to be a recruitment specialist with “Sights On Service Inc.,” a mystery shopping company. If the potential victim accepts the offer, he or she will receive a counterfeit check in the mail along with instructions to deposit the check into his or her bank account and immediately proceed to a money transfer agent location to wire a majority of the funds to a third party.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on Consumers National Bank, please contact Dennis Coy, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer, by mail at 614 East Lincoln Way, Minerva, OH 44657, by telephone at (330) 868-9086, or by e-mail at dcoy@consumersbank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

 

William Jauquet
Acting Director for Enforcement and Compliance

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Link:

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OCC Counterfeit Cashier’s Check Alert: First-Lockhart National Bank, Lockhart, TX

July 25, 2017, 6:24 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans
 
Alert 2017-7
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: June 28, 2017		 Description: First-Lockhart National Bank
 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of First-Lockhart National Bank, Lockhart, Texas

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least two variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 114903213 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with scams involving online purchases and job opportunities.

The counterfeit checks may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The checks presented are tan in color with a basket weave background pattern.
  • The bank’s logo is printed in burgundy.
  • Check numbers are within the 195000 series.
  • The word “Amount” appears next to the spelled-out dollar amount of the check.
  • The checks contain a heat-sensitive padlock icon in the bottom center portion of the check.
  • The word “REMITTER” is located directly above a single signature line.
  • The checks are made payable for $4,780 and contain a remitter name of Zacharey Frazier.

Potential victims of the scam involving this variation of check are initially contacted via e-mail in response to an online job application. The correspondence may appear to be from Hiring Manager Mike Allan of Blue Dot Consultants, using an e-mail address of [hr@bluedot-consults.com] and a telephone number of (613) 288-9053.

Variation No. 2

  • The checks presented are of unknown color.
  • Check numbers are within the 205000 series.
  • The word “Amount” appears next to the spelled-out dollar amount of the check.
  • The word “MEMO:” appears in the bottom left portion of the check followed by beneficiary account information.
  • The following security statement is located within the bottom border of the check between two padlock icons: “SECURITY FEATURES INCLUDED. DETAILS ON BACK.”
  • The word “REMITTER” is located directly above a single signature line.
  • The checks are made payable in varying amounts from $35,000 to over $100,000 and contain remitter names of Southgate Construction Co., LTD and Northpole Construction Co. LTD.

Potential victims of the scam involving this variation of check are companies selling merchandise and equipment online. The correspondence may appear to be from Todd Miller, using an e-mail address of [todd@southgatecons.com] and a telephone number of (226) 314-0641.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on First-Lockhart National Bank, please contact Kelly Welch, BSA Officer, by mail at 111 S. Main Street, Lockhart, TX 78655, by telephone at (612) 620-9130, by fax at (512) 398-7357, or by e-mail at KWelch@Firstlockhart.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General (OIG): by telephone at (800) 359‑3898 or by visiting the OIG website.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

William Jauquet
Acting Director for Enforcement and Compliance

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Link:

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OCC Counterfeit Checks: Mascoma Savings Bank, Lebanon, NH

September 6, 2017, 6:27 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2017-8
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks & Official Checks
Date: August 4, 2017		 Description: Mascoma Savings Bank

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks and Official Checks of Mascoma Savings Bank, Lebanon, NH

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least five variations of counterfeit official checks and one variation of cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 211770213 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with unknown scams.

The counterfeit official checks are of unknown color, but may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER.”
  • The date, payee, and payment amounts are handwritten.
  • The authorized signature appears as Nancy Taylor.

Variation No. 2

  • The check contains the following security statement along the top border: “WARNING. THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • A padlock icon is located along the right edge.
  • A thumbprint heat-sensitive shield may be printed between the remitter and signature.
  • The authorized signature appears as Nancy Taylor.

Variation No. 3

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINITING. REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE BORDER OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS MICROPRINTING.” 
  • The authorized signature appears as Nancy Taylor.

Variation No. 4

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement between two padlock icons: “FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE BORDER OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS MICROPRINTING.”
  • The date, payee, and payment amounts are handwritten.
  • There are two authorized signatures. One appears as Nancy Taylor; the other is indistinguishable.

Variation No. 5

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “THIS CHECK IS VOID WITHOUT A COLORED BACKGROUND AND SECURE DOCUMENT WATERMARK ON THE BACK. HOLD AT ANGLE TO VIEW.”
  • The abbreviation of “No.” appears to the left of the check number in the upper-right corner.
  • The abbreviated routing number of 67-76890 appears directly beneath the date.
  • A Memo line appears in the bottom left corner with the words “Instant cash.”
  • The authorized signature is indistinguishable.

The counterfeit cashier’s checks are of unknown color, but may be identified by the following traits:

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • The authorized signature appears as Nancy Taylor.
  • A heat-sensitive shield may appear between the remitter and authorized signature areas.

All checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts and have contained remitter names of Daniel J. Albenese, Tad M. Blair, or Andie McCarthy.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on Mascoma Savings Bank, please contact Cindy Paulhus, Financial Accounting Officer, by mail at 243 Sykes Mountain Avenue, White River Junction, VT 05001, by telephone at (802) 291-6395, by fax at (802) 291-6318, or by e-mail at cindy.paulhus@mascomabank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General (OIG): by telephone at (800) 359‑3898 or by visiting the OIG website.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

 

Charles M. Steele
Deputy Chief Counsel

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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: American National Bank of Texas, Terrell, TX

November 20, 2017, 6:25 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2017-9
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: October 18, 2017		 Description: American National Bank of Texas 

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of American National Bank of Texas, Terrell, TX

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least six variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using a correct routing number of 111901519 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a secret shopper scam.

The counterfeit checks are of unknown color, and variations 1-5 contain a branch number of 1023. The checks may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • The words Cashier’s Check are located in the top center portion of the check.
  • The abbreviated routing number appears as “88-151/1119” above the date in the upper right portion of the check.
  • The remitter line is located in the bottom left portion of the check and may include the name of Franklin Cornerstone.
  • The authorized signature appears as Steven Burnett.

Variation No. 2

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”
  • The words Cashier’s Check are located in the top center portion of the check.
  • The abbreviated routing number appears as “88-151/1119” above the date in the upper right portion of the check.
  • The remitter line is located in the bottom left portion of the check and may include the names of Sean Cornerstone or Donald Cornerstone.
  • The authorized signature may appear as either Nathan Alaniz or Elisa Andrews.

Variation No. 3

  • The check contains the following security statement within the top border: “WARNING. THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The words Cashier’s Check are located in the top center portion of the check.
  • The abbreviated routing number appears as “88-151/1119” above the date in the upper right portion of the check.
  • The remitter line is located in the bottom left portion of the check and may include the name of Amy Coates.
  • The authorized signature may appear as Elisa Andrews.

Variation No. 4

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • The abbreviated routing number appears as “88-151/1119” above the date in the upper right portion of the check.
  • The remitter name appear as either Amy Huggins or Cristina Mindy Huggins.
  • A thumbprint heat-sensitive shield is located in the bottom center portion of the check.
  • The authorized signature may appear as either Chris Cooper or Beth Q. Wilfong.

Variation No. 5

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”
  • The abbreviated routing number appears as “88-151/1119” above the date in the upper right portion of the check.
  • The authorized signature may appear as Rhonda Dalunga.
  • The remitter name may appear as Andy Huggins.

Variation No. 6

  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “WARNING. THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES IN THE PAPER.”
  • The branch number appears as 1006 and is printed directly below the words Cashier’s Check.
  • The date appears as YYYYMMDD below the branch number.
  • The payable name and amount sections are underscored.
  • The check contains a “REF” section in the bottom left portion of the check, which may include the name of Mickel McRoelvink.
  • The authorized signature is indistinguishable.

All checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts from $2,475 to $3,000.

Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit checks may include the name of Justin Cornerstone from Interactive Customer Evaluation Services. Contact information may include a telephone number of (469) 406-1366 and an e-mail address of [jcornerstone@usa.com].

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on American National Bank of Texas, please contact the bank’s fraud department by mail at PO Box 40, Terrell, TX 75160, by telephone at (214) 863-6911, or by fax at (214) 863-6647.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General (OIG): by telephone at (800) 359‑3898 or by visiting the OIG website.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Link:

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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: BNC National Bank, Glendale, AZ

January 25, 2018, 6:57 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a Safe and Sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2018-1
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: October 18, 2017		 Description: BNC National Bank

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of BNC National Bank, Glendale, Ariz.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that at least two variations of counterfeit cashier’s checks using the bank’s vendor routing number of 092005411 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a variety of up-front fee scams.

The counterfeit checks may be identified by the following traits:

Variation No. 1

  • The check is light blue in color with a marbled background.
  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • A heat-sensitive shield is located in the bottom center portion of the check.
  • The check does not contain the bank’s telephone number of (701) 250-3000.
  • The authorized signature appears as Clark Cooper or Heidi Schwantes.
  • Remitter names may appear as Annette Blair, David Brandon, Raymond W. Hale, Hilbert McNeal, Donald Mitchell, Gary Moore, David A. Peter, Alfred E. Taylor, or Timothy White.

Variation No. 2

  • The check is light blue in color with a marbled background.
  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK.”
  • The authorized signature appears as Michael Jackson or Heidi Schwantes.
  • Remitter names may appear as Sissy M. Lundstorm or Alfred E. Taylor.

All checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts up to $10,000.

Known scams include the following:

  • Secret Shopper—Money Transfer Service
    Potential victims are sent a counterfeit check and told to deposit the funds into his or her bank account. The individual is then instructed to retain a small portion of the deposited funds as payment. The remaining amount is to be used for a small purchase at a well-known department store with the majority of funds to be used to survey the services of a money transfer service. Contact information pertaining to this scam may be [officebox374415@gmail.com] or a text-only number of (213) 935-6713.
  • Secret Shoppers—Gift Card
    Potential victims are sent a counterfeit check and told to deposit the funds into his or her bank account. The individual is then instructed to retain a small portion of the deposited funds as a commission. Thirty dollars is to be used to make a small purchase at a well-known department store, with the majority of the funds to be used to purchase a number of gift cards. Once the cards are purchased, the potential victim is then instructed to send photographs of the card numbers to the scammers. Contact information pertaining to this scam may be Sean Walsh, Recruiting Department, Creative Image Associates [sean.walsh@creativeiimage.net].
  • Online Auction
    Potential victims have posted items for sale in an online auction and are sent as payment a counterfeit check in an amount greater than the price of the item for sale. The scammer instructs the seller to deposit the funds into his or her bank account and immediately wire the overpayment portion to a third party.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on BNC National Bank, please contact BSA Officer Janel Garrick by mail at 20175 N. 67th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85308; by telephone at (612) 305-2228; by fax at (612) 766-9828; or by email at jgarrick@bncbank.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General (OIG): by telephone at (800) 359‑3898 or by visiting the OIG website.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by e-mail. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Monica A. Freas
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

 

Link:

OCC Notice

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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: Hatboro Federal Savings, Hatboro, PA

February 28, 2018, 6:02 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2018-3
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: January 31, 2018		 Description: Hatboro Federal Savings

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of Hatboro Federal Savings, Hatboro, Pa.

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that counterfeit cashier’s checks using the bank’s vendor routing number of 103100551 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with secret shopper and online purchase scams.

The counterfeit checks may be identified by the following traits:

  • The check is light-blue in color with a marbled background.
  • The check contains a dark top border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 13 SECURITY FEATURES.”
  • A heat-sensitive shield is located in the bottom-center portion of the check.
  • The check does not contain the bank’s telephone number of (215) 675-4000.
  • The remitter account number above the signature line appears as “110045721.”

All checks presented to date have been made payable in varying amounts from $900 to $67,990.

Potential victims of the secret shopping scam have received correspondence accompanying the check, which contains the letterhead of “SECRETSHOPPERS.” The correspondence instructs the potential victims to either deposit the funds into his or her bank account or to cash the check at his or her financial institution. The letter further instructs the recipient to retain a small portion of the funds as payment and transportation allowance. The remaining amount is to be used for a small purchase at a well-known department store with the majority of funds wired to the perpetrators for the purported purpose of the victim surveying the services of a money transfer service. Contact information pertaining to this scam may be [evaluationreports2@earthlink.net] or [cbsurveyreports127@comcast.net]. The following statement appears at the bottom of the letter: “Remember, you are a mystery shopper. You are EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN to disclose the information to anyone.”

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on Hatboro Federal Savings, please contact Customer Service by mail at 221 South York Road, Hatboro, PA 19040; by telephone at (215) 675-4000; by fax at (267) 803-0062; or by email at customerservice@hatborofed.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General (OIG): by telephone at (800) 359‑3898 or by visiting the OIG website.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by email. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

Monica A. Freas
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

 

Links:

OCC Notice

Sample Fictitious Letter

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OCC Counterfeit Check Alert: American Bank and Trust, Davenport, IA

May 18, 2018, 10:26 am
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

 
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Ensuring a safe and sound Federal Banking System for All Americans

 
Alert 2018-4
Subject: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks
Date: April 24, 2018		 Description: American Bank and Trust Company, NA

 

Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks of American Bank and Trust Company, NA, Davenport, Iowa

To: Chief Executive Officers of All National Banks and Federal Savings Associations; All State Banking Authorities; Chair, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; Conference of State Bank Supervisors; Deputy Comptrollers (Districts); Assistant Deputy Comptrollers; District Counsels; and All Examining Personnel

The above-named bank has reported that counterfeit cashier’s checks using the bank’s vendor routing number of 071108834 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with various online employment opportunity scams involving mystery shopping and automobile advertising wraps.

The counterfeit checks resemble the bank’s authentic items but may be identified by the following traits:

  • The checks are blue in color, and some are known to contain a marbled background and a dark top border with the following security statement: “TO VERIFY AUTHENTICITY, SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DESCRIPTION OF THE 11 SECURITY FEATURES.”

Checks presented to date have been made payable in amounts ranging from $995 to $3,450 with various remitter names.

Potential victims of the mystery shopping scam have received correspondence accompanying the check, which contains the name of a nationally known retail store within the letterhead. The correspondence instructs the potential victims to confirm receipt of the packet by sending either an email to [admin@gfkresearchshoppers.com] or a text message to (469) 575-5396. The recipient is further instructed to either cash or deposit the funds at his or her financial institution. The letter informs the recipient to retain $450 for commission and fees. The remaining amount is to be used to conduct two wire transfers to the perpetrators at a well-known retail store for the purported purpose of the victim surveying the services of the money transfer center located within the retail store. The following statement is contained within the letter: “You must not disclose for any reason that you are a mystery shopper or let anyone know you are evaluating the store during this process as this would defeat your purpose.” The correspondence contains a point-of-contact name of Coleman Jacobs of GFK Research.

Potential victims of the car wrap scam have received correspondence accompanying the check, which contains the name of a nationally known brewing company within the letterhead. The potential victims are told to deposit the check into his or her bank account. The letter instructs the recipient to retain $400 for his or her service providing automobile wrap advertising for the company. The victim is instructed to visit a well-known money transmitter to conduct two wire transfers to the perpetrators for the purported purpose of paying decal specialists who will be in contact with details on performing the automobile wrap. Contact information contained within this correspondence includes the name of Thomas Karter, an email address of [thomaskarter342@gmail.com], and a text-only telephone number of (561) 231-8311.

For additional information and to verify the authenticity of cashier’s checks drawn on American Bank and Trust Company, NA, please contact Catherine L. Cliff, Vice President of Operations, by mail at 4301 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA 52807; by telephone at (563) 441-6586; by fax at (563) 359-2915; or by email at ccliff@ambankqc.com.

Consumers who receive counterfeit or fictitious items and associated material should file complaints with the following agencies, as appropriate:

  • U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Inspector General (OIG): by telephone at (800) 359‑3898 or by visiting the OIG website.
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC): by telephone at (877) FTC-HELP or, for filing a complaint electronically, via the FTC’s website.
  • National Consumers League (NCL): by telephone at (202) 835-3323 or by email. To file a fraud complaint, visit the NCL fraud website.
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB): The BBB system serves markets throughout Canada, Puerto Rico, and the United States and is the marketplace leader in advancing trust between businesses and consumers. The website offers contact information for local BBBs, objective reports on more than 2 million businesses, consumer scam alerts, and tips on a wide variety of topics that help consumers find trustworthy businesses and make wise purchasing decisions.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (to report scams that may have originated via the Internet).
  • If correspondence is received via the U.S. Postal Service, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service by telephone at (888) 877-7644; by mail at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Office of Inspector General, Operations Support Group, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60606-6100; or via the online complaint form.

Additional information concerning this matter that should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) may be forwarded to

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Special Supervision Division
400 7th St. SW, Suite 3E-218; MS 8E-12
Washington, DC 20219
Phone: (202) 649-6450
Fax: (571) 293-4925
www.occ.gov
occalertresponses@occ.treas.gov

For additional information regarding other types of financial fraud, please visit the OCC’s anti-fraud resources page.

 

Monica A. Freas
Director for Enforcement and Compliance

Links:

OCC Notice

Sample Mystery Shopping Correspondence

Sample Automobile Advertisement Wrap Correspondence

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