Today my husband received one of these bogus sweepstakes checks. Knowing RBC is a legitimate bank, my heart stopped for just a moment. Then I checked it out. Of course, it is bogus.
If I deposit this check, it will appear to clear in less than 10 days. I would then be expected to get a money gram for supposed non-resident taxes sent to them. Of course, in about 30 days, my bank will inform me that the check was bogus and I am responsible for the funds.
I wonder how many people have been caught by this scam. Scary stuff. I wish RBC Financial would prosecute them.
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