CAT: Fake Check/Money Order · REPORTED September 12, 2026
Taxpayer Assistance scam
A fake check/money order scam report, targeting a consumer in Forest Hills, NY, USA - 11375.
Narrative evidence
What happened
My husband and I each received the letter attached below. At first, it looked credible because the $ amount matched what we owed and paid in July 2026. But we quickly realized the form was dubious, and the fine print confirmed it. We made no attempt to contact these people.
Thank you.
Community warning
How to protect yourself from fake check/money order scams
- Never send money, gift cards or crypto to anyone you have not independently verified.
- Search the business name, website, email and phone number here before paying.
- Be wary of urgency, secrecy, upfront fees and “too good to be true” prices.
- If you have paid, contact your bank or card issuer immediately to dispute the charge.
- Report to Action Fraud (UK), the FTC (US) or your national authority, and add your occurrence above.
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