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Description
A letter was recieved, signed by Richie Jenkins, CFO. A check issued for $9,850.10 was issued from Wells Fargo Bank was included. Claims manager # was 289 830 2491. Jessica Brown answered stating she would be our claim manager. The check was to cover insurance and attorney fees. She instructed to deposit the check and call back. No personal information was asked for. Upon calling back, she instructed to withdraw $4,000 and call back for instructions where to bring the money for "insurance ". This is when we called BBB. Thank you for your assistance.
Targeted Person's Location
CT, USA- 06489
Scammer Information
Unknown Location
Unknown Email
(898) 302-4912
none
Scam Type
Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
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Business name
Publishers Clearing House-Imposter
Date Reported
April 14, 2025
Scam ID
971462
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