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Checks Stolen From New Canaan Neighborhood Were 'Washed,' Then Cashed, Police Say Checks Stolen From New Canaan Neighborhood Were 'Washed,' Then Cashed, Police Say
Checks Stolen From New Canaan Neighborhood Were 'Washed,' Then Cashed, Police Say Police in Fairfield County issued an alert to residents about a string of mail thefts. Officers investigated reports of personal checks being stolen from residential mailboxes in New Canaan on Ferris Hill Road and West Road, the New Canaan Police Department reported on Monday, Aug. 22. According to police, the checks were "washed" and made payable to individuals who weren't the intended payees.  Those who steal mail can "wash" the checks by erasing the ink with chemicals and rewriting the checks to themselves. Police offered the following tips to prevent mail thefts: Get to know yo…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Police, USPS Warn Of Possible Mail Thefts In Westchester Police, USPS Warn Of Possible Mail Thefts In Westchester
Police, USPS Warn Of Possible Mail Thefts In Westchester An investigation into a series of alleged mail theft incidents has been launched in Yonkers. The Yonkers Police Department and USPS issued an alert on Friday morning announcing that they are investigating incidents of mail theft that have taken place in the city and surrounding municipalities in recent weeks. Due to the mail theft, police said that residents in Westchester County should review bank and credit statements for signs of fraudulent activity and identity theft. Suspicious activity at or around Yonkers mailboxes should be reported to investigators by calling (914) 377-7900. Addit…

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by Zak Failla