LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lakeport Police Department reported that a scam is circulating locally that uses fake checks to steal money.
The agency said that a fake check mailed to a Lakeport resident this week appeared to come from CVS.
Bank information as well as details about CVS on the check are accurate, and it has security features. However, the check is no good, according to police.
Police said the check comes with a legitimate-looking survey for CVS that advises the recipient that they will earn $685 for depositing the check in their account, completing the survey and submitting it, with another $2,000 in gift cards promised.
If someone does this they find out a week later that they have lost the $2,000, police said. If the check is photocopied, it shows as void.
“These scams continue because some people fall for them and the thieves continue to make money. Be alert and stay safe and contact us at anytime about scams,” the agency said in a statement.
Contact the Lakeport Police Department at 707-263-5491 or message it on Facebook.
Scam alert: Police warn of fake checks being mailed to residents
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