Received a notice that I won $$$$ as a result of their monthly Global Draw held in Dublin, Ireland. They also sent a check for over $2K drawn on a bank in Winston Salem, NC to cover the tax and administrative expenses (International Clearance fees) involved with the winnings. I called the # provided and was told to deposit the check and when it clears to call them back and they will then tell me where to send this $2K. They didn't ask for a c/c number or any personal information. The check is ligitimate, but I am very skeptical ......... Anyone else out there receive anything like this?
2007-03-02 13:19:27 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
This is a complete scam. Do not fall for it. The check is not real...photocopy it, and the word "VOID" comes up bright and clear. I researched it on the net, and another guy, who got the same check, was taken for $2,962. After depositing it, they will want you to call back with your bank info - which will allow them to pull out the amount of the check BEFORE it clears. Thats the scam.
2007-03-05 03:59:00 · answer #1 · answered by Randal35 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've also just today received the same kind of check in the mail. from Best Way Processing Center. I guess I'm supposed to call the Megan Green 1-902-412-9511 an accredited agent of united Kingdom Random Lotto. The check that I also received was for 2962.00 To help me pay for tax and administrative expenses. But I also took the Number that was listed in the corner of the check 519-992-3664. and a man answered and also verified this check number and what not I've tried calling this Megan Green but I also have my doubts. I'm going to look into it further and if it legit yippee for me! if Not you can bet I will be handling **** like this to authorities to investigate
2007-03-05 08:25:06 · answer #2 · answered by minnesotaskeptic 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scam!
You cannot win a lottery you didn't enter. Besides, international lotteries are illegal in the United States. Millions of us get this kind of junk everyday. There's a few in my box right now.
If you're skeptical already, listen to your gut, it's not real. The check is phony and you'll end up owing the bank the $2,000.
You never have to pay money for fees or taxes before you have your winnings in hand. Just the fact that they sent you a check just for that reason should send up a red flag!
We would all like free money to cure us of our financial woes, but...If it's too good to be true, it probably is.
Throw this crap in the trash.
2007-03-02 13:43:06 · answer #3 · answered by Celeste 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got the same letter for the same thing. They sent me a check for over 2K and told me to deposit. I went to my bank today and did just that but I am so skeptical of this as well. I dont know what to do. I was happy to hear that your check didnt bounce and I hope that mine dont but I am not sure if I will take it any farther than that. Please let me know if you do send the money in to pay for fees. I wish you the best of luck.
2007-03-05 11:01:33 · answer #4 · answered by rygurl03 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recieved a check today was was mailed out of the Virgin Islands on Feb 19th saying that I have until tomorrow to claim $50,000 . When I called the guy he told me to cash the check,do not deposit it and then call him back before tomorrow night at midnight and he would give me the information I need to contact whoever. I am in Nevada Has anybody had this thing go bad on them?
2007-03-06 07:12:45 · answer #5 · answered by Dan & Linda K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I RECEIVED A CHECK EXACTLY LIKE THIS A FEW DAYS AGO FROM THE SAME PLACE. I LOOKED UP THE ROUTING NUMBER ON THE CHECK AND IT IS LEGIT. I ALSO CALLED AND THEY TOLD ME TO DEPOSIT THE CHECK TO RELEASE THE HOLD ON THE OTHER CHECK AND TO CALL THEM BACK THE NEXT DAY. WELL, I CALLED THEM BACK YESTERDAY, BUT NO ANSWER. THE LADY ALSO STATED THAT I SHOULD RECEIVE THE OTHER CHECK THROUGH UPS. I AM WONDERING IF ANYONE ELSE RECEIVED THIS AND TOOK IT A STEP FURTHER.
2007-03-04 12:37:34 · answer #6 · answered by chelanorman 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the check is NOT legitimate. It is a scam. Not only will the check bounce if you put it in your account, but we have been told one older couple had another $4,000 drawn out of their account after they deposited this check. Do Not deposit it.
2007-03-06 11:59:18 · answer #7 · answered by Toni G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes i just got a letter like that and I'm not so sure about it myself.called the bank but can't get anyone to answer if the check is legit
2007-03-05 12:14:56 · answer #8 · answered by mark s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have received the same letter today but my bank is out of Michigan. I started googling to see if I could find anything on this. Let me know if you find out anything.
2007-03-05 11:57:59 · answer #9 · answered by Tish 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I received a letter very similar to yours and i to am skeptical about this whole process. on one hand i don't want to miss out if this is real on he other i don't want to get mixed up in some crazy scam. What did you decide to do?
2007-03-05 04:25:07 · answer #10 · answered by nanan d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋