According to police reports, most checks were mailed through the Maryville Post Office. They either never made it to their destination or were cashed out for a different amount.

How to avoid becoming a victim of ‘check washing’

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The BBB said it is better to

The BBB said it is better to not even use checks. That's pretty lame. There are still a lot of people using checks and can't pay online.

Then, he "advises dropping it at your post office lobby mail slot, or a blue box before the day’s last pickup time."

It's beginning to appear the problem originates within the post office. Thus, the postal service better jump all over this. In addition, I hope the banks are stepping up. There should be a way to validate the checks are good.

Very sad. Hope these people get their money.

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