Criminals are increasingly stealing and altering paper checks in a scheme known as “check washing,” costing consumers and ...

In a matter of moments, people across the United States — including in Houston — are seeing thousands of dollars disappear ...

Family says fraud claim initially denied due to filing delay Incident highlights growing concerns over altered check scams ...

Often described as an “old school” scam, Westfield Police Detective Jason Williams said he is currently investigating several ...

In spite of the obviously doctored check, the couple spent three months trying to resolve the issue, only to end up with ...

Ever sent a check only to find it was cashed but never reached the intended recipient? You could be a victim of check washing ...

With fraud on the rise throughout the country, Therese Scarlati hopes her story can prevent others from becoming victims.

If you're still writing checks and sending them in Manatee County, the sheriff’s office suggests keeping an eye on your bank ...

With fraud on the rise throughout the country, Therese Scarlati hopes her story can prevent others from becoming victims.

Check washing is a form of fraud where criminals steal mail and use common household chemicals to erase the ink on the "pay ...

(WJW) — With tax season underway, the Better Business Bureau serving Greater Cleveland said a growing scam is targeting people who mail checks. “The crime is known as ‘check washing,’” said Katie ...

A woman from Cary is warning of a check fraud issue that has impacted her for over a year. The woman, whom WRAL News is not naming due to the possibility she could face retribution, said employees at ...