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Teen's Bank Account Closed After Near-Scam
2 Aug
Summary
- Michigan teen almost sent $900 to fake recruiters.
- Fraudulent checks bounced, but bank account was closed.
- Teen may face difficulty opening new accounts for years.
A Michigan teenager was targeted by fake job recruiters who sent him fraudulent checks. The 16-year-old student received an offer for a part-time position via his school's email domain, appearing legitimate. He was instructed to deposit three $500 checks and send $900 back through Zelle.
Fortunately, the checks bounced before the student completed the transfer, preventing him from losing money to the scammers. However, his Bank of America account was subsequently closed. The bank intends to report this closure to ChexSystems and Early Warning Services, which could make it difficult for the teen to open another bank account for several years.
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