Check Washing is On the Rise

Check washing is a type of fraud where stolen checks are altered using chemicals or solvents to change the payee name and amount, allowing fraudsters to cash them for themselves.

• Use indelible/fraud proof black gel ink when writing checks – it's more resistant to washing.
• Secure your mail and consider dropping off outgoing checks at the post office or using a secure mailbox.
• Monitor your bank accounts regularly for suspicious activity and report any discrepancies to MRFCU immediately.
• Consider using electronic payment methods like your debit card or mobile banking when possible for increased security.