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Several new check scams are being perpetrated, using checks forged to look as if they are coming from Albina Fuel. A letter from "Mystery Shopper" has been sent to people who post resumes on Craig's List, telling them they are perfect for a mystery shopper job, sending a check for $2,500, then requesting them to cash the check and call for their next step. These letters are being sent via UPS and the US Mail. Checks are also being sent saying they are for Lottery Winnings, as well as attempting to purchase items from Craig's List. These scam checks and letters have been sent all across the United States. Don't be taken in by these scams! Albina Fuel does not issue any checks except to our legitimate vendors or customers. If you are not a vendor or customer of ours, please destroy and DO NOT CASH or DEPOSIT suspect checks. The check will not be honored by our bank and you will personally be out the money. Please report the fraud to your local authorities. If you have any questions, please contact Denise Smith at 800-888-5048 ext. 8032. The FBI recommends that if you receive these or other letters of a
fraudulent nature, please visit the Federal Trade Commission's
website at www.ftc.gov/ for
information about how to avoid getting on mailing lists and what things
you can do to about these scams. As well, visit their site at: The FBI also asks that you report the letters to your local Postal Inspector. Your local post office can by found by going to www.usps.com/. Also, view the website www.fakechecks.org/ to get information about current scams. We take these incidents very seriously, and sincerely appreciate the help you provide by notifying us if you've received one of these fraudulent checks with our name. Albina Fuel Management |
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