Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes September 30, 2024

Scam Type

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes Scam

Business Name Used

Publishers Clearing House

Date Reported

September 30, 2024

Postal Code

14072

Total Dollars Lost

$ 0

Scam Description

I received a black and white letter on 9/27/24 claiming I was the second place winner in the PCH sweepstakes and will receive $250,000. They included a check supposedly drawn from Wells Fargo Bank made out to me for $8,450 with instructions not to cash it before speaking to their claims agent. This was stated as money to cover insurance and attorney fees. Check owner shows as Dorner Products LLC, N61 W23043 Silver Spring Dr, Sussex, WI 53089. I’m not to discuss my with with any third party as required by Federal and State laws. Letter signed by Richie Jenkins. Check signed by Michael J (last name unreadable).

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