Alerts & Counterfeits Chart D

Institution Name	Type of Item Date of Alert	Details
Dairy State Bank, Rice Lake, WI Contact: David Bridges Telephone: (715) 234-9181 Fax: (715) 236-3704	Counterfeit Official Checks SA-191-2008 September 4, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 091811004, which is assigned to Dairy State Bank. The words "OFFICIAL CHECK" appear in the top center and a security feature statement is embedded in the top and bottom borders. Dairy State Bank does not issue official checks; however, it does issue cashier's checks. Authentic cashier's checks display the words "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left corner and a "NOTICE" in the top-left corner. A "MEMO" line is just below the bank's address in the top center. Two signature lines are displayed.
Dakota Community Bank Hebron, North Dakota Contact: Kristi Entzi Telephone: (701) 663-8000	Missing Cashier's Checks SA-78-2004 October 26, 2004	The cashier's checks were reportedly lost in shipment. These instruments display the appropriate routing number of 091303664 for Dakota Community Bank. The account number on the checks is 502301090. There are four (4) checks missing with the check numbers 013500, 013625, 013750, and 013875 (every 125th check from the shipment).
Damascus Community Bank Damascus, MD Contact: Sharon Buppert Telephone: (301) 368-9126 Fax: (302) 253-1099	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-84-2008 April 11, 2004	The counterfeit items display the routing number 055002367, which is assigned to Damascus Community Bank. The counterfeit items appear to be business checks, but display "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left corner. Authentic checks are referred to as "TREASURER'S CHECKS" and have an ornate scroll border. Also, the checks contain the following statement below the written dollar amount line: "This document has a multi-color background, a micro-print signature line, and a holographic foil title; absence of these features will indicate a copy."
Danversbank Danvers, MA Contact: Christine M. Gould Telephone: (978) 624-1137 Fax: (978) 646-9637	Counterfeit Official Cashier's Checks SA-165-2007 July 2, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 211371162, which is assigned to Danversbank, but are markedly dissimilar to authentic personal money orders. The counterfeit items include the statement "NOT VALID OVER $5,000" and the words "OFFICIAL CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left corner. The following security statement is embedded within the top border: "THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND ON WHITE PAPER." The statement "THE BACK OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK-HOLD AN ANGLE TO VIEW" is embedded within the bottom border, and a padlock key icon appears within the right border. Danversbank does not issue official cashier's checks. Authentic personal money orders display the statement "NOT VALID OVER $1,000" and the words "PERSONAL MONEY ORDER" in the lower- left corner. The personal money orders have ornate borders. Printed below the top border is the following security description: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS A MICRO PRINT SIGNATURE LINE, AUTHENTIC WATERMARK, AND CHLOROSTAIN PAPER; ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES WILL INDICATE A COPY." Displayed on three lines in the lower-right corner are the words "PURCHASER'S SIGNATURE," "PURCHASER'S ADDRESS," AND "CITY, STATE, AND ZIP."
Decorah Bank & Trust Company, Decorah, IA Contact: Bookkeeping Telephone: (563) 382-9661 Fax: (563) 382-1559	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-138-2008 July 9, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 073921695, which is assigned to Decorah Bank & Trust Company. The items display a mailing address and telephone number beneath the bank's name and a logo in the top-left corner. They also display the words "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the top center and two signature lines in the lower-right corner. Authentic cashier's checks have an indemnity notification statement located in the top center. Lines are displayed for "PAY TO THE ORDER OF" and "DOLLARS." The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" are located in the bottom-left corner.
The Delaware County Bank and Trust Company Lewis Center, Ohio Contact: Jim Nelson Phone: (740) 657-7312 Fax: (740) 657-7301 or Finance Department Telephone: (740) 657-7000	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-256-2007 September 14, 2007	The items are reportedly associated with a lottery scam. The counterfeit items display the routing number 051900353, which is assigned to Branch Banking and Trust Company (BB&T), Charleston, West Virginia. The Delaware County Bank and Trust Company issues cashier's checks through a BB&T account. The counterfeit items are similar to authentic cashier's checks, but have blue and green borders. The counterfeit items also display the following security feature statement below the signature line: "SIGNATURE AREA CONTAINS A KNIGHT & FINGER CHECK WORDING." Authentic cashier's checks are blue with a dark blue border. The following security statements are displayed below the top border: "THE DOCUMENT HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK PRINTED ON THE BACK. THE FRONT OF THE DOCUMENT HAS A MICRO-PRINT SIGNATURE LINE. ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES WILL INDICATE A COPY."
The Delaware County Bank and Trust Company Lewis Center, Ohio Contact: Jim Nelson Phone: (740) 657-7312 Fax: (740) 657-7301 or Finance Department Telephone: (740) 657-7000	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-114-2006 April 21, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 051900353, which is assigned to Branch Banking and Trust Company (BB&T), and are similar in appearance to authentic checks. The following statement is printed in the top border of the counterfeit items: "THE DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK." Authentic checks have the following statement printed below the top border: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK PRINTED ON THE BACK. THE FRONT OF THE DOCUMENT HAS A MICROPRINT SIGNATURE LINE. ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES WILL INDICATE A COPY." Authentic checks display "THE BANK" logo in the top-left corner and are printed on light blue paper with dark ornate borders on all sides.
The Delaware National Bank Georgetown, DE Contact: Kathy Littleton Phone: (302) 855-2424 Fax: (302) 855-2492	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-282-2006 September 26, 2006	Ccounterfeit cashier's checks bearing the institution's name are in circulation. The counterfeit items are reportedly associated with correspondence from "Consumer Capital Alliance and Payment Services." The correspondence purportedly informs the recipient of an "Award Claim Notification" or "Funds for Payment of Processing Fees" and is originating in Canada. To date, letters display telephone numbers with area codes 289 and 705, and a toll-free telephone number. The counterfeit items display the routing number 031100461, which is assigned to Delaware National Bank. However, Delaware National Bank issues cashier's checks through an account at BB&T, and those checks reflect the routing number 051900353. The counterfeit items display "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the top center, with the bank's name displayed inside of an oval-shaped logo located near the top-left corner. The bank's name, mailing address and a toll-free telephone number are displayed in the bottom-left corner. The address is a former branch location and the telephone number is not associated with the bank. The following security wording is embedded in the top border: "THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING SECURITY FEATURES, WATERMARK PAPER AND MICROPRINTING ON BORDER." uthentic checks display the wording "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left portion, with the bank's name and logo displayed in the top center. The following security statement is displayed just below the top border: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK PRINTED ON THE BACK. THE FRONT OF THE DOCUMENT HAS A MICRO-PRINT SIGNATURE LINE. ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES WILL INDICATE A COPY."
The Delaware National Bank Georgetown, DE Contact: Kathy Littleton Phone: (302) 855-2424 Fax: (302) 855-2492	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-52-2006 September 18, 2006	Counterfeit cashier's checks issued in the bank's name and using a correct routing number of 031100461 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a lottery scam. The volume of these counterfeit items has increased along with the variation in the appearance of the items. Counterfeit items may be identified by one or more of the following incorrect traits: The fractioned routing number appears as 55-277/312, the check number is shown as five digits, there are two signatures located on only one signature line, the payable amount is printed rather than imprinted, and the bank address used on the instrument of 101 Bayville Shopping Center, Fenwick Island, DE 19975, is that of a former Delaware National Bank branch. Checks presented to date have been payable in the amount of $3,855.69; include a purchaser name of C.C.A. Services or U.F.S Services; have been dated August 31, 2006, or September 1, 2006; and may include a toll-free number of 877-330-4435, which is not associated with the bank. Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit items may contain the letterhead of "Consumer Capital Alliance and Payment Services" or "The Irish Lottery Corp. Canada" and may be signed by a person claiming to be either Anne Riley or Sandra Powell. The letters contain notification of the recipient's winning status and instructions to contact the office immediately. According to the one letter, the check is included to pay any nonresidence tax. Telephone numbers provided include: (289) 888-1575, (289) 888-2095, (888) 405-4060, (705) 770-2531, and (905) 783-4777.
Delta Bank Vidalia, Louisiana Contact: Ms. Wanda Wiggins Telephone: (318) 336-5257 FAX: (318) 336-5255	Counterfeit Checks SA-14-2003 March 13, 2003	The counterfeit checks drawn on Delta Bank, Vidalia, Louisiana, for the account of Community Credit Center, Inc. (CCC) are in circulation. CCC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Central Louisiana Capital Corp., the parent company of Delta Bank.The items bear Delta Bank's routing number of 111101144. The reported counterfeit items, while similar in design to the genuine instrument, are smaller in size (length), include a preprinted check number, and do not display the bank logo.
Delta National Bancorp Manteca, California Contact: Mark Kelly Telephone: (209) 824-4030 Fax: (209) 239-8872	Counterfeit Dividend Checks SA-151-2006 May 25, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 121132983, which is assigned to Delta National Bank. Counterfeit items are similar to authentic checks. Counterfeit items include a box around the written dollar amount in the center portion of the item with the word "Exactly" appearing above the top-left corner of the box. Counterfeit items also include the word "Memo" in the lower-left corner of the item and the following statement is embedded in the top border: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING. THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK." The counterfeit items include seven-digit account numbers rather than having eight numbers. Authentic dividend checks include the words "SHAREHOLDER:" and "CHECK DATE:" in the center of the check. Directly below those words is a watermark consisting of the letters "DNB" inside of a triangle. Authentic checks are printed on marbled tan paper.
Dennison State Bank Holton, KS Contact: Sarah LeDoux Phone: (785) 364-3131 Fax: (785) 364-3793	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-250-2006 August 29, 2006	Counterfeit checks bearing the institution's routing number and fictitious bank names are in circulation. The counterfeit items display the routing number 101108034, which is assigned to Denison State Bank. However, the counterfeit items are dissimilar to authentic checks. The counterfeit items include an "NB" logo and the name "North Canton Bank" or "North Oak Bank" above the words "Newton, Texas," centered at the top. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" are printed vertically along the left side of the counterfeit items. Authentic Denison State Bank checks display the words "BANK MONEY ORDER" directly above "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left corner. Authentic checks include the bank's logo next to the bank's name, four branch locations, and the words "MEMBER FDIC" centered at the top. The statement "TWO SIGNATURES REQUIRED FOR AMOUNTS OVER $500.00" is printed above two signature lines in the lower-right corner.
Department of Treasury, Financial Management Service (FMS), Austin, Texas. Contact: Austin Financial Center 512-342-7300	Partially printed MICR-line SPECIAL NOTICE FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS May 30, 2006	The Department of Treasury, Financial Management Service (FMS), is providing special notice that Treasury checks dated May 24, 2006, May 26, 2006 and June 1, 2006 may contain a partially printed MICR-line. These Treasury checks were printed at FMS� Regional Financial Center located in Austin, Texas. In the MICR-line field for the Treasury Routing Number 000000518, the 5 and the 1 may be missing or partially printed.
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), New York, NY Contact: The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation Phone: (212) 855-3516 Fax: (212) 855-8685	Counterfeit Checks SPECIAL NOTICE FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS May 30, 2006	Counterfeit checks that appear to be from an individual account and include DTCC's or Depository Trust Company's (DTC) name and routing number are in circulation. The counterfeit items display the routing number 026002066, which is assigned to DTCC.
Devon Bank Chicago, Illinois Contact: Irving Loundy Telephone: (773) 465-2500 Ext. 1300 Fax: (773) 973-7462	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-1-2006 January 19, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 071004271, which is assigned to Devon Bank, and they are similar to authentic checks. However, some � but not all � of the counterfeit items display a black box in the upper-right corner of the check. The border on the sides of the counterfeit items is blurred, while the border on authentic checks is crisp.
Diamond State Bank (doing business as Diamond Bank), Murfreesboro, AR Contact: Jolene Deaton Telephone: (870) 356-2121 Fax: (870) 356-2858	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-45-2008 February 25, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 082904056, which is assigned to Diamond State Bank, but are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. The counterfeit items display the statement "THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS SECURITY FEATURES" embedded in a darkened top border. The bank's name is displayed beneath the ribbon. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" are shown on a wavy ribbon with "V"-cut ends in the top-center area. The bank's name and address appear in the top-left corner. The words "Authorized Signature" are printed on the right side without a signature line. Authentic cashier's checks have a patterned background repeating the words "SECURITY DOCUMENT." They display a foil strip with the words "FOIL STRIP HOLOGRAM" repeated across the top. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" are shown inside a rectangle with outward ornate arrows at each end in the top-center area. A "NOTICE TO CUSTOMER" and an indemnity bond statement appear in the top-left corner. The bank's logo, name and branch locations are displayed in the lower-left corner. A security padlock and statement are shown below a rectangle containing the numerical dollar amount on the right side.
Diamond State Bank Nashville, Arkansas Contact: Mr. John Ross Telephone: (870) 285-2172 FAX: (870) 285-2755	Stolen Cashier's Checks FDIC FIL-145-2002 December 23, 2002	A box of cashier's checks was stolen during delivery from a third-party printer to the bank. The stolen checks are currently in circulation. The checks are numbered 031001 through 032000, and bear the routing number 082904056.
The Dime Bank Shawn J. Pishka Norwich, CT Telephone: (860) 859-4300 Fax: (860) 892-0045	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-123-2006 April 28, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 211173373, which is assigned to Dime Bank, but are dissimilar in appearance to authentic cashier's checks and authentic money orders. The counterfeit items have a statement describing security features embedded in the top border and the words "CASHIER'S CHECK" or "MONEY ORDER" displayed in the top center. The bank's name and a "Broadway Street" address appear in the top-left corner of the counterfeit items. The bank's name also appears above the authorized signature line in the lower-right corner, and the statement "SIGNATURE HAS A COLOURED BACKGROUND" is printed below the authorized signature line of both counterfeit items. Authentic checks and money orders display the bank's Mercury Dime logo and name, the equal housing lender symbol, a Salem Turnpike address, and a telephone number in the upper-left corner. Printed vertically within the right border are a padlock symbol and the statements "Security features included. Details on back." The words "CASHIERS CHECK" are printed in the upper-right corner of authentic cashier's checks, and the words "PERSONAL MONEY ORDER" are printed in the top center of authentic money orders. On the lower-right side, authentic money orders require the following lines to be completed by the remitter: signature of the remitter, address, and city and state.
The Dime Bank Cynthia Theobald Whiting, IN Telephone: (570) 253-1970, Ext. 719	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-45-2004 July 27, 2004	The counterfeit items are very similar to the bank's authentic cashier's checks. Both items have the same routing number. The main difference is the color of the paper. The fraudulent items are printed on light yellow paper with wavy lines imbedded, while the authentic checks are printed on light blue paper. The counterfeit checks display the dollar amount in a box, while the authentic checks do not contain a box. The counterfeit checks also are perforated on the left side of the check and the authentic checks are perforated on the top and bottom of the check.
The Dime Savings Bank of Williamsburgh Brooklyn, New York Contact: Clayton D. Mersereau, Jr. Enterprise Bank and Trust Company Telephone: (718) 782-6200, Ext. 8316, or (516) 338-7900	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-17-2005 February 22, 2005	The counterfeit items display the proper routing number of 022000868, which is the drawee bank for The Dime Savings Bank of Williamsburgh. The counterfeit items and the authentic checks are similar. However, authentic cashier's checks have a padlock icon and state �security features detailed on back� on the right side of the check. Additionally, the agent number �330099� precedes the routing number on authentic instruments. The agent number follows the routing number on the counterfeit items.
The Dolores State Bank, Dolores, CO Contact: The Dolores State Bank Telephone: (970) 882-7600 Fax: (970) 882-1050	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-171-2008 August 12, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 102104927, which is assigned to The Dolores State Bank. The items also display a security feature statement embedded in the top border and along the bottom border between two padlocks. The bank's logo and name appear in the top-left corner. A toll-free telephone number, which is not associated with the bank, appears in the lower-left corner below the statement "Issued by The Dolores State Bank, Dolores, CO." Authentic cashier's checks display preprinted lines for the "REMITTER," "PAY TO THE ORDER OF" and "DATE" fields. The bank's logo appears in the top center. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" appear in the bottom-left corner.
Domestic Bank Cranston, RI Contact: Pasquale LaMarra, Jr Telephone: (401) 942-1600, extension 446 Fax: (401) 943-6904	Counterfeit Treasurer's Checks SA-47-2008 February 25, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 211574833, which is assigned to Domestic Bank, but are dissimilar to authentic treasurer's checks. The counterfeit items misspell the city name as "CHANSTON" in the top-left corner. They have a tan background and ornate borders with solid brown squares in each corner. Security feature statements are embedded in the top and bottom borders, and a security padlock is embedded in the right border and inside a pink vertical rectangle in the lower-right corner. The reverse side has three signature lines and the lower portion has security feature descriptions. Authentic treasurer's checks are light blue with a wavy-patterned background and rounded corners. The bank's Web site address is printed below the bank's name and slogan in the top-left corner. Check numbers are shown in red print and the reverse side is blank.
The Dollar Bank, FSB Pittsburgh, PA Contact: Pamela Cincel Telephone: (412) 261-8193 Fax: (412) 261-5285	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-166-2006 June 19, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 243074385, which is assigned to Dollar Bank, FSB, and are similar to authentic checks in style. A series of letters and numbers consisting of "Y6SC2673" is displayed in the top-left corner. Authentic cashier's checks display "ZC838542" in the top-left corner and the following security statement below the "PAY TO THE ORDER OF" line: "WHEN HELD TO THE LIGHT, IF CIRCULAR WATERMARKS ARE NOT PRESENT, DO NOT CASH."
Douglas County Bank, Lawrence, KS Contact: Adrienne Boyd-Akers Telephone: (785) 865-1063 Fax: (785) 865-1078	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-294-2007 November 29, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 101114646, which is assigned to Douglas County Bank. Douglas County Bank does not issue cashier's checks; instead, the bank issues official checks. The counterfeit items are markedly dissimilar to authentic official checks. The counterfeit items have ornate borders. They also display security statements in the top and bottom borders and a padlock icon in the right border. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" appear below the bank's logo and name in the top-left corner. The items have two signature lines and the word "REMITTER" is shown in the bottom-left corner. Douglas County Bank issues two versions of authentic official checks: Version 1: Some authentic checks display the routing number 101114646, which is assigned to Douglas County Bank. The words "OFFICIAL CHECK" are shown in the top center. The bank's logo, name, address and telephone number appear in the top-left corner. The bank name is repeated above one signature line. Version 2: Some authentic checks display the routing number 102000979, which is assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Denver, Colorado. Douglas County Bank issues some official checks through an Integrated Payment System Inc. account held at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. These checks have ornate borders on the top and sides and display the words "OFFICIAL CHECK" inside a rectangle with rounded corners centered within the top border. The security statement "HOLD DOCUMENT UP TO THE LIGHT TO VIEW TRUE WATERMARK" is shown on both sides of the rectangle. The bank name appears as "DRAWER" above one signature line. A security padlock icon and statement are in the lower-right corner.
Downey Savings and Loan Association, F.A. Newport Beach, California, Contact: Jim White Telephone: (949) 509-4150 Fax: (949) 823-5487	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-56-2005 May 20, 2005	The counterfeit items display the institution's proper routing number of 322270356. The counterfeit items and the authentic checks are similar. The authentic cashier's checks are printed on yellow paper and have a "Downey Savings" watermark across the face of the checks. The counterfeit items are printed in a variety of colors, but lack the watermark.
Downey Savings and Loan Association, F.A. Newport Beach, California, Contact: Jim White Telephone: (949) 509-4150	Missing Cashier's Checks SA-74-2004 October 15, 2004	The cashier's checks were reportedly lost in shipment. These instruments display the routing number of 322270356 for Downey Savings and Loan Association. The account number on all of the checks is 4955007749, and the check number range is 4531003001 through 4531003500.
Dryades Savings Bank, FSB New Orleans, LA Contact: Frank Oliveri Telephone (337) 261-1301 Or (866) 434-0281 Fax (337) 261-1446	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-199-2005 December 29, 2005	The counterfeit items display the routing number 265070516, which is the correct routing number for the bank; however, the fraudulent items are dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. Authentic checks are light green, include a stop-notice statement below the words "Cashier's Check," and display the bank's address to the right of the bank logo. The counterfeit items use the term "Cheque No." in the upper right-hand corner and have an address below the logo.
EagleBank Bethesda, Maryland Contact: Lud Miller Telephone (301) 628-4761 E-mail: lmiller@eaglebankmd.combr> Fax (301) 622-7625	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-308-2007 December 20, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 055003298, which is assigned to EagleBank. They are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks and display a security feature statement within a darkened top border. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" appear near the top center. The bank's name and location are in the top-left corner. A metallic security sensor square is displayed to the left of the signature line in the lower-right corner. "AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE" and "VOID AFTER 90 DAYS" are shown below the signature line.
Earlham Savings Bank West Des Moines, Iowa Contact: Russell Asman Phone: (515) 223-4753 FAX: (515) 225-3298	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-31-2006 February 9, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 073921158, which is assigned to Earlham Savings Bank, but are dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. On the counterfeit items, "*CASHIER'S CHECK*" is printed in the top center above an account number, and the bank's name, city, state and zip code are printed in the upper-left corner above a telephone number, which is not associated with the bank. A memo line is located on the lower-left side of the counterfeit items. Authentic checks bear the words "CASHIERS CHECK" in the lower-left corner. "E BANK" and "Earlham Saving Bank" are printed in the top-center portion of the checks between the name of the issuing branch office (above) and the address of the issuing branch office (below).
East Boston Savings Bank, Boston, MA Contact: Jim LeBlanc Phone: (617) 568-4231 Fax: (617) 568-4262	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-264-2007 September 21, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 211070120, which is assigned to East Boston Savings Bank. The items are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. The counterfeit items display the words "CASHIER'S CHECK" inside a rectangle centered within the top border. A white thumb print area with "RUB HERE" printed twice is displayed in the top-right corner. An unassociated logo, the bank's name and an address ("87 Prospect Street, Peabody, MA 01980") that is not associated with the bank are in the lower-left corner. The statement "Two Signatures Required For Over $5,000.00" is printed above two signature lines in the lower-right corner. A security padlock and statement are shown on the right side. Authentic cashier's checks display a security feature statement below the top border. The bank's compass logo, name and address ("Ten Meridian St., East Boston, MA 02128-1963") appear in the top-left corner. The phrases "MEMBER FDIC" and "MEMBER DIF" are printed in the lower-left corner. The statement "COUNTERSIGNATURE REQUIRED OVER FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS" appears below the first signature line and the words "AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE" appear below the second signature line in the lower-right corner.
East Cambridge Savings Bank, Cambridge, Massachusetts Contact: John P. Mahoney Phone: (617) 354-7700 Fax: (617) 551-2580	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-149-2006 May 25, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 211371120, which is assigned to Cambridge Savings Bank, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The counterfeit items are not similar to authentic checks. The items display a steeple logo and the institution�s name and address in the top-left corner. The words "OFFICIAL CHECK" appear inside a box in the top-center portion of the item. A statement describing security features is embedded within the top border. Authentic checks display the routing number 211370419, which is assigned to East Cambridge Savings Bank, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The words "TREASURER CHECK" are printed in the top-center portion of the check. Authentic checks are printed on blue marbled paper.
Eastern Bank, Boston, MA, Contact: Daniel J. Tate Phone: (781) 598-7900 Fax: (781) 598-7907	Counterfeit Personal Money Orders SA-65-2008 March 28, 2008	The items are reportedly associated with a lottery scam. The counterfeit items display a partial routing number of 011301, which is not valid. The items are markedly dissimilar to authentic personal money orders and have a "VOID" background when copied. A security feature statement is embedded in a darkened top border and along the bottom border between two padlocks. The statement "NOT VALID FOR MORE THAN $10,000.00" appears in the lower-left corner, below the words "PERSONAL MONEY ORDER." A rectangular box contains the numeric dollar amount on the right side. Authentic money orders display the routing number 011301798, which is assigned to Eastern Bank. The money orders have thin double-lined borders with square corners and display the statement "NOT VALID FOR MORE THAN $1,000.00" below the words "PERSONAL MONEY ORDER" in the lower-left corner.
Eastern Bank, Boston, MA, Contact: Daniel J. Tate Phone: (781) 598-7900 Fax: (781) 598-7907	Counterfeit Treasurer's Checks SA-26-2008 February 6, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 011301798, which is assigned to Eastern Bank. The items are dissimilar to authentic treasurer's checks. The counterfeit items have shaded top and bottom borders and display a security feature statement embedded in the top border. The statement "SIGNATURE AREA CONTAINS A KNIGHT AND FINGERPRINT CHEQUE WORDING" appears in the lower-right corner along with a "U.S. Patent" number. The words "AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE" appear only below the bottom signature line in the lower-right side. Authentic treasurer's checks are blue and have two thin lines forming the outlining border. The words "AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE" appear below both signature lines in the lower-right side.
Easthampton Savings Bank Easthampton, Massachusetts Contact: Thomas W. Brown Phone: (413) 527- 4111 Ext. 230 Fax: (413) 527-0519	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-48-2006 March 1, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 211870935, which is assigned to Easthampton Savings Bank, but they are dissimilar to the authentic treasurer's checks. The counterfeit items bear a green "ESB" logo, name and branch address in the top center above a toll-free telephone number, which is not associated with the bank. The words "Cashier's Check" are printed on the lower-left side. The counterfeit items are printed on light blue paper with a herringbone pattern and a solid blue border across the top with the statement: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS SECURITY FEATURES � THE REVERSE SIDE INCLUDES AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK." Authentic treasurer's checks are issued by Travelers Express Company and display the bank's logo, name, city and state in the upper-left-hand corner. "TREASURER'S CHECK" is printed in the top-center border with an ornate blue medallion. Authentic checks are printed on gray paper with green borders on all sides.
East West Bank Pasadena, CA Contact: Krishan Sirimane Telephone: (626) 293-3853 Fax: (626) 284-8746	Counterfeit Money Orders SA-8-2008 January 8, 2008	The counterfeit items are reportedly associated with a lottery scam. The counterfeit items display the routing number 091900533, which is payable through WF National Bank South Central, Faribault, Minnesota. The items are similar to authentic money orders. The counterfeit items display security feature statements embedded within the top border and also between two security padlock icons along the bottom border. Authentic money orders display the following security feature statement in the top-left corner: "THE FRONT OF THE DOCUMENT HAS A MICRO-PRINT DATA LINE AND THERMOCHROMIC ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURE WILL INDICATE A COPY." The statement "TO AUTHENTICATE RUB HEAR" is printed around a circle in the top-center area. The statement "BY SIGNING YOU AGREE TO THE SERVICE CHARGE AND OTHER TERMS ON THE REVERSE SIDE" is printed along the bottom of the money order.
East West Bank Pasadena, CA Contact: Krishan Sirimane Telephone: (626) 293-3853 Fax: (626) 284-8746	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-134-2007 May 21, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 322070381, which is assigned to East West Bank. The items include "DATE," "CASHIER'S CHECK," and "PAY TO THE ORDER OF:" on the left side, below the bank's logo and name. An equal housing lender symbol and "MEMBER FDIC" appear in the lower-left corner. "AMOUNT" and "VOID AFTER 6 MONTHS" are printed on the right side. Below two signature lines, in the lower-right corner, is the statement "TWO SIGNATURES REQUIRED OVER $20,000.00." Authentic checks display security statements below the top border. The bank's address and telephone number appear below the bank's logo and name in the upper-left corner. "CASHIER'S CHECK" is centered below the top border. Directly below "Cashier's Check" is a "NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS." "EAST WEST BANK" and "VOID AFTER 90 DAYS" are printed directly above two signature lines. In the lower-right corner, below the two signature lines, is the statement "OVER $15,000 REQUIRES TWO SIGNATURES."
East West Bank San Marino, California Contact: Krishan Sirimane Telephone: (626) 300-6340 or (626) 300-6341 Fax: (626) 281-0367	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-175-2005 November 29, 2005	The counterfeit items display the routing number 322070381, which is assigned to East West Bank. The counterfeit items are dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. Authentic checks have a logo in the top-left corner of the check; counterfeit checks do not display a logo. Also, authentic checks display the following wording across the top of the check: "This multi-tone area of the document changes color gradually and evenly from dark to light." The counterfeit items display the following wording: "This document has a colored background and microprinting. The reverse side includes an artificial watermark."
East West Bank San Marino, California Contact: Krishan Sisrimane Telephone: (626) 300-6340	Missing, Lost, or Stolen Cashier's Checks SA-59-2005 May 31, 2005	East West Bank, San Marino, California, has contacted the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to report that cashier's checks bearing the institution's name were missing, lost or stolen in transit from the printing company to a branch office. The instruments have serial numbers ranging from 257001601 through 257001800 (inclusive) for a total of 200 checks.
Eastern Bank, Boston, Massachusetts Contact: Dan Tate Telephone: (781) 598-7900 Fax: (781) 598-7907	Counterfeit Treasurer's Checks SA-97-2005 August 9, 2005	The counterfeit items display the proper routing number of 011301798 for Eastern Bank; however, the fraudulent items are markedly dissimilar to authentic bank checks. The layout, style and fonts are different. In addition, the counterfeit items use the term "CASHIER�S CHECK," which is located at the top-center portion of the item. Authentic checks use the term "TREASURER�S CHECK," which is located in the lower-left portion of the check.
Eastern Bank, Boston, Massachusetts Contact: Caroline F. Malone Telephone: (781) 598-7845 Fax: (781) 598-7907	Counterfeit Treasurer's Checks SA-21-2005 February 28, 2005	The counterfeit items display the proper routing number of 011301798 for Eastern Bank. The counterfeit items and the authentic checks are similar. However, authentic treasurer's checks have a thin border outlining the check, and the counterfeit items have a thick dark border across the top and bottom of the check.
The Eastman National Bank Newkirk, Oklahoma Contact: Mr. Joe Anderson Telephone: (580) 362-2511	Counterfeit Certified Cashier�s Checks FDIC FIL-89-2002 August 12, 2002	Most, if not all, items have been deposited by bank customers who accepted the checks a payment for motor vehicles. The routing number and the account number are not MICR encoded. The routing number is 103102410. The account number is 699252. The check number is 42226. These numbers are the same ones used on counterfeit items drawn on Blackhawk State Bank, listed above.
Ebank Atlanta, Georgia Contact: David Haley Telephone: (770) 801-1214	Counterfeit Accounts Payable Checks SA-72-2005 July 1, 2005	The counterfeit items display the proper routing number of 061092057 for Ebank. The counterfeit items and the authentic checks are similar. However, the back side of the negotiable section of an authentic accounts payable check is shaded with the words "ORIGINAL DOCUMENT" in white, which would not show on a counterfeit item.
Edgartown National Bank, Edgartown, MA Contact: Greg Berks Telephone: (508) 627-1126 Fax: (508) 627-1155	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-189-2008 September 4, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 011305684, which is assigned to The Edgartown National Bank. The items also display a security feature statement embedded in the top border and along the bottom between two padlock icons. The bank's logo appears in the upper-left corner. A toll-free telephone number, which is not associated with the bank, is displayed in the lower-left corner. Authentic cashier's checks display the bank's logo, name and address in the top center. The word "REMITTER" appears in the top-left corner. A padlock icon and security statement are displayed at the end of the written amount line and the word "CASHIER'S CHECK" appears below the written amount line on the lower-left side.
Elsa State Bank and Trust Company Elsa, Texas Contact: Irma Solis Phone: (956) 262-1391 Fax: (956) 262-4768 E-mail: irmasolis@elsastatebank.com	Counterfeit Official Checks SA-120-2008 June 13, 2008	Official checks bearing the institution's name are in circulation. The items are reportedly associated with a lottery scam and are included with correspondence from a "Consumer's Reward Program Lottery." Elsa State Bank and Trust Company does not issue official checks. It does, however, issue cashier's checks. The counterfeit items display the routing number 114922142, which is assigned to Elsa State Bank and Trust Company. The items are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. The following security feature statement is centered and embedded in a darkened top border: "FOR SECURITY PURPOSES THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER." A security statement is also shown along the bottom border between two padlocks. The words "OFFICIAL CHECK" appear in the top center. The bank's name is shown as "ELSA STATE BANK & TRUST" in the top-left corner. The word "COMPANY" is missing from the name. The bank's name is repeated in the lower-left corner. The following statements are above the signature and are in the lower-right corner: "NOT VALID AFTER 90 DAYS (3 MONTHS)" and "NOT VALID OVER $10,000 UNLESS COUNTERSIGNED." Authentic cashier's checks display the routing number 051900353, which is assigned to Branch Banking and Trust Company (BB&T), Charleston, West Virginia. Elsa State Bank and Trust Company issues its cashier's checks through an account at BB&T. The following security feature statement is centered below the top border: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK PRINTED ON THE BACK. THE FRONT OF THE DOCUMENT HAS A MICRO-PRINT SIGNATURE LINE. ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES WILL INDICATE A COPY." The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" are in the top-right corner. A "NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS" regarding an indemnity bond statement is shown in the top-left corner. The bank's name ("ELSA STATE BANK & TRUST COMPANY") and address are in the top center. The following branch locations are listed on the lower-left side: "ELSA, TX; RIO GRANDE CITY, TX; ROMA, TX; EDCOULCH, TX." "PAYABLE THROUGH BB&T, CHARLESTON, WV" is shown in the lower-left corner. The statements "TWO SIGNATURES REQUIRED OVER $10,000" and "ISSUER ACCEPTS AS DRAWER/DRAWEE" appear below two signature lines in the lower-right corner.
Elsa State Bank and Trust Company Elsa, Texas Contact: Irma Solis Phone: (956) 262-1391 Fax: (956) 262-4768 E-mail: irmasolis@elsastatebank.com	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-312-2007 December 20, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 114922142, which is assigned to Elsa State Bank and Trust Company. The items are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. The counterfeit items display the security feature statement "THE FACE OF THE DOCUMENT HAS COLORED BACKGROUND ON WHITE PAPER" centered within the top border. The security statement "THE BACK OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK-HOLD AT AN ANGLE TO VIEW" is centered within the bottom border. The words "OFFICIAL CHECK" appear in the top center. The bank's name is centered below the signature line in the bottom-right corner. A security padlock icon is within the right border.
Empire Bank Springfield, MO Contact: Cindy Harding Phone: (417) 841-4455 Fax: (417) 841-4456	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-130-2007 May 11, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 034806032, which is not associated with the bank. The items also display a shamrock-shaped logo, the bank's name and an Indianapolis, Indiana, street address centered below the top border. Authentic checks display the bank's name and a Springfield, Missouri, street address centered below the top border. A "Notice to Customer" statement is printed below the left side of the "Dollars" line. Below the right side of the "Dollars" line is the following statement: "Two Signature required for over $20,000.00."
Emprise Bank Wichita, KS Contact: Jeremy Couch Phone: (316) 383-4439 Fax: (316) 383-4341	Counterfeit Official Checks SA-263-2007 September 21, 2007	The counterfeit items are reportedly associated with a sweepstakes lottery scam and are included with correspondence containing the letterhead of "NLGC, Northwind Lotto Gaming Corporation, 15 Lindberg Bay, Suite 4, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands 00802." The counterfeit items display the routing number 096016765, which is assigned to the U.S. Bank, National Association, Saint Paul, Minnesota. Emprise Bank issues official checks through Moneygram Payment Systems, Inc., which are payable through U.S. Bank National Association. The counterfeit items display the following security statement embedded within a darkened top border: "FOR SECURITY PURPOSES, THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER." The statements "SECURITY FEATURES INCLUDED. DETAILS ON BACK" appear between two security padlock icons in the center of the bottom border. The bank name is misspelled as "EMPIRE BANK" above the signature line. The items display the word "VOID" printed in the background when copied. Authentic official checks contain the following security statements below the top border: "THIS DOCUMENT HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK PRINTED ON THE BACK. THE FRONT OF THE DOCUMENT HAS A MICRO-PRINT SIGNATURE LINE. ABSENCE OF THESE FEATURES WILL INDICATE A COPY." The bank's telephone number ("316-383-4400") is displayed below the bank's address near the top center.
Enterprise Bank and Trust Company, Lowell, Massachusetts Contact: Clayton D. Mersereau, Jr. Enterprise Bank and Trust Company	Counterfeit Money Orders SA-16-2005 February 22, 2005	Money orders issued by Enterprise Bank and Trust Company, Lowell, Massachusetts, are payable through Firstar Bank of Minnesota, National Association, now known as U.S. Bank National Association. The counterfeit items display the routing number of 096016765, which was assigned to Firstar Bank of Minnesota, National Association. The counterfeit money orders are similar to the authentic money orders. However, the authentic money orders state that the value should not exceed $500.00, whereas the counterfeit money orders state that the value should not exceed $10,000.
Enterprise Federal Savings Bank Largo, Maryland Contact: Mary Queen Telephone: (202) 331-7031 Fax: (202) 452-2189	Counterfeit Official Checks SA-139-2006 May 5, 2006	The counterfeit official items include the routing number 055073480, which is assigned to First Liberty National Bank. However, First Liberty National Bank issues cashier's checks, which bear the routing number 054001602, a routing number also assigned to First Liberty National Bank. Counterfeit items display the wording "OFFICIAL CHECK" in the top-center portion of the item. "ENTERPRISE FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK" followed by a Largo, Maryland address, is shown in the top-left corner of the item. Counterfeit items display two signature lines. Authentic checks display the wording "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left portion of the check and display one signature line. To the right of the bank's logo consisting of a flag inside a square is: "FIRST LIBERTY NATIONAL BANK, 1146 19TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20036."
ESSA Bank & Trust Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania Contact: Debra DeFrank Telephone: (570) 421-3773, Ext. 343 Fax: (570) 421-7158	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-58-2007 March 13, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 231372248, which is assigned to ESSA Bank & Trust, but are dissimilar to authentic checks. On the counterfeit items, the words "CASHIER'S CHECK" are printed above the lower-left corner, and security feature descriptions are embedded within the top border. The items are printed on light blue and white marbled paper and have rounded corners. Authentic checks display the routing number 096016765, which is a payable-through account at U.S. Bank, St. Paul, Minnesota. ESSA Bank & Trust issues checks through an account at U.S. Bank. The bank's name, logo and address are displayed in the upper-left corner, and two "AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE" lines are printed in the lower-right corner. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" appear in the upper-right corner. Security feature descriptions are printed below the top border. Authentic checks are printed on light green paper with green borders.
Essex Savings Bank Essex, Connecticut Contact: Lynn K. Giroux Phone (860) 767-4414 FAX (860)-767-4411	Counterfeit Official Checks SA-7-2006 January 19, 2006	The counterfeit items are dissimilar to authentic items. On the counterfeit items, "OFFICIAL CHECK" is printed in the lower-left corner and "ESSEX SAVINGS BANK" is printed in the upper-left corner. The bank name and a branch address, "101 Halls Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371-1452, as well as a phone number appear in the top center of the check. The counterfeit checks are printed on blue and pink safety paper. Authentic items bear the words "OFFICIAL CHECK" in the top center of the check and are printed on blue safety paper. The bank's ship logo and name are located in the upper-left corner.
Equity Bank, Dallas, TX Contact: Karen Westfall Phone: (214) 237-3163 Fax: (972) 503-8202	CounterfeitCashier's Checks SA-76-2008 March 31, 2008	The items are associated with a secret shopper scam. The counterfeit items display the routing number 064103079, which is assigned to Regions Bank, Birmingham, Alabama. The counterfeit items are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks and have a "VOID" background when copied. The items display the following security feature statement within the top border: "FOR SECURITY PURPOSES THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A COLORED BACKGROUND AND MICROPRINTING IN THE BORDER." A security statement is also shown along the bottom border between two padlocks. Authentic checks display the routing number 111909579, which is assigned to Equity Bank. The following security feature statement is embedded in the top border: "THIS CHECK CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING SECURITY FEATURES: MULTI-COLOR PRINTING ON FACE, WATERMARK IN PAPER, AND MICROPRINTING ON BORDER." The bank's telephone number is shown below its logo, name and address in the top-left corner.
Equity Bank, A National Association, Andover, KS Contact: Julia Huber Phone: (316) 858-3100 Fax: (316) 630-8394	CounterfeitCashier's Checks SA-179-2006 June 29, 2006	The counterfeit items bear the routing number 101105354, which is assigned to Equity Bank, A National Association, but are dissimilar to authentic items. The counterfeit items include the bank's logo and name within a rectangular box located in the upper-left corner and directly above the words "CASHIER'S CHECK." The bank's name, city, state and a telephone number, not associated with the bank, appear in the top-center portion of the check. Equity Bank does not issue cashier's checks. Authentic bank money orders display the bank's logo, name, address and telephone number in the top-center portion of the item. In the lower-left corner are the words "BANK MONEY ORDER." Authentic money orders include ornate borders, two signature lines in the lower-right corner and security-feature descriptions printed below the amount line. Authentic money orders are gray and have a holograph seal along the top.
The Equitable Bank, S.S.B., Wauwatosa, WI Contact: Erin Arneson Ph. 414-777-4130 Fax: 414-777-4149	Counterfeit Checks SA-184-2005 December 7, 2005	The counterfeit items display the routing number 075902722, which is assigned to JP Morgan Chase Bank, Belleville, MI. The counterfeit items are pale blue on a white background gradating to a pink hue on the right side of the item. Authentic checks have a light blue background with blue ink; the check numbers are printed in black ink. The spelling of the city is incorrect on the counterfeit items.
EvaBank, Eva, AL Contact: Adrienne Mackentepe Phone: (256) 255-2250 Fax: (256) 255-2261	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-15-2008 January 11, 2008	The counterfeit items display the routing number 062203719, which is assigned to EvaBank, but are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier�s checks. The counterfeit items are pink and display the words �CASHIERS CHECK� (without an apostrophe) in the top-left corner. Authentic checks display the words �CASHIER�S CHECK� (with an apostrophe) and �REMITTER� in the top-left corner. They have ornate borders and are light green with an open-weave background. A padlock icon and security statement are shown on the right side.
EVB, Tappahannock, VA Contact: Clay S. Smith Phone: (804) 443-8442 Fax: (804) 443-3501	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-105-2007 April 25, 2007	The counterfeit items are reportedly associated with a Canadian lottery scam. The counterfeit items display the routing number 051404383, which is assigned to EVB, but are dissimilar to authentic checks. The counterfeit items display a logo consisting of a wheel with spokes inside of a pentagon in the top-center area directly to the left of the bank name. Security feature descriptions are printed within the top and bottom borders. Authentic checks display a logo consisting of a ship's wheel inside of a rounded triangle in the top center directly to the left of the bank name. Security feature descriptions are printed below and to the right of the "DOLLARS" amount line. Ornate scroll borders appear on all sides. A microprint signature line is located in the lower-right corner.
Evergreen Bank, Seattle, Washington Contact: Michelle Worden Telephone: (800) 331-7922	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-2-2005 January 4, 2005	The counterfeit items display the proper routing number of 125006390 for Evergreen Bank. The counterfeit items and the authentic checks are similar. However, authentic cashier's checks have the wording "Original Document" clearly visible on the back of the check. In addition, the counterfeit items have the number "32" in the lower-left portion of the front of the check.
EverTrust Bank Everett, Washington Contact: Ms. May-Ling Sowell Telephone: (425) 258-3645 FAX: (425) 258-0509	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-41-2003 July 22, 2003	The counterfeit instruments include the bank's routing number of 325170699. While the counterfeit items have a design similar to the bank's genuine checks, they are inconsistent in the use of print style and font size.
Exchange Bank, Santa Rosa, California Contact: Mr. Michael Leonard Telephone: (707) 524-3257	Counterfeit Cashier�s Checks FDIC FIL-100-2001 November 30, 2001 FDIC FIL-26-2001 April 6, 2001	Items bear the routing number of the Valley Bank of Kalispell, Kalispell, Montana. The bank's legitimate cashier's checks are maroon in color; the counterfeits are blue. The legitimate checks are 7 inches by 3 1/2 inches; the counterfeits are 8 1/2 inches by 3 1/2 inches.It also appears the counterfeit items presented to date are being used in connection with a foreign lottery telemarketing scam described in FIL-78-2000 (dated November 16, 2000) and FIL-60-2001 (dated July 9, 2001).
Exchange Bank of Missouri, Fayette, MO Contact: Carmen Berrey Telephone: (573) 642-6801 Fax: (573) 642-3234	Counterfeit Cashier�s Checks SA-273-2007 October 16, 2007	The counterfeit items display the routing number 101917623, which is assigned to Exchange Bank of Missouri, but are markedly dissimilar to authentic cashier's checks. The counterfeit items have a security feature statement embedded within the top and bottom borders. The words "CASHIER'S CHECK" appear in the top center. The bank's logo and name (repeated twice), city, state and a toll-free telephone number ("1.888.366.0361"), which is not associated with the bank, are displayed in the top-left corner. The bank's name is repeated as "DRAWER" in the top-right corner and after the word "for" below the written dollar amount line. Two signature lines preceded by the word "PER" appear on the right side. The words "Signing Officer" are printed below each signature line. The word "REMITTER" is also displayed in the lower-right corner. The counterfeit items are blue and have green borders. Authentic cashier's checks display the words "CASHIER'S CHECK" in the lower-left corner. The bank's logo, name and branch locations ("FAYETTE/NEW FRANKLIN/FULTON") appear in the top center. A security padlock icon and statement are embedded within the right border. The word "REMITTER" is shown in the upper-left corner. Authentic checks are yellow in color and have ornate borders.
Executive National Bank, Miami, FL Contact: Peg Tanis Telephone: (305) 459-4940 Fax: (305) 567-5848	Fictitious Common Stock/Bond Dividend Checks SA-17-208 March 10, 2008	The above-named bank has reported that fictitious common stock/bond dividend checks issued in the bank�s name and using the bank�s correct routing number of 067008155 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a lottery scam. These items are fictitious, as Executive National Bank does not issue common stock/bond dividend checks. Items presented to date have been made payable in the amounts of $1,825.35 and $19,520.27. Due to possible variations in appearance of the bank�s official items and scams, it is suggested that officials of Executive National Bank be contacted to verify authenticity of any of the bank�s official items, if received from an unknown or questionable source. The prize award winning notification correspondence accompanying the checks may contain the letterhead of �CROSSBOARD SOLUTIONS, 295 Grand Mira South Rd, Marion Bridge, NS B1K1E8, Tel: 1-902-412-8955, Fax: 1-902-412-8956.� Note that the telephone number provided originates out of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the winning amount of $19,420.17 as discussed in the letter does not correspond to the actual amount of the fictitious item. The recipient is informed of his or her winning status of a large dollar amount in the �Deltex Wheel of Fortune� and is instructed to contact Laura Ross at 1-902-412-2131, Bobby Endfield at 1-902-412-2290, or Brenda Atkens at 1-902-412-0282. The letter states that any attempt to negotiate the check without contacting Deltex Exchange Bureau will automatically lead to the check being voided. The letter may be signed by Britney James, Award Dispatch Manager. Included along with the letter is a Surety Bond Purchase Requisition Form containing the letterhead of �DELTEX EXCHANGE BUREAU, 115 Glenthorn Ave, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 958, Tel: 1-902-412-1454, Fax: 1-902-412-2660.� This forms requests various personal information including: name, address, telephone number, date of birth, and gender.
Extraco Banks, N.A., Temple, Texas Contact: Marisa Truelove Phone: (254) 774-5521 Fax: (254) 774-5590	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-60-2007 November 16, 2007	The above-named bank has reported that counterfeit cashier�s checks issued in the bank�s name and using a correct routing number of 1119000581 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a lottery scam. The counterfeit checks are exact replicas of the bank�s authentic item. Checks presented to date have been made payable in the amount of $3,985.00, contain a check serial number of 102063199, are dated 10/30/07, and use a remitter name of �Jonathan A. Holland FBO Chris Holland.� Due to possible variations in appearance of the counterfeit items and scams, it is suggested that officials of Extraco Banks, N.A. be contacted to verify authenticity of the bank�s cashier�s checks, if received from an unknown or questionable source. Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit instruments may contain the letterhead of �Ontario Lottery & Games, 70 Foster Drive, Suite 800, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 6V2, Tel: 1-416-823-7994.� The letter alerts the recipient that his or her e-mail address is associated with a winning lottery ticket and that he or she is the winner of an unclaimed prize. The letter further states that the sweepstakes was played without the recipient�s knowledge or consent and instructs the recipient to contact the claim agent, Bill Hamilton at 1-416-823-7994 within 14 days to claim the prize. Recipients are warned to not disclose this information to anyone. The letter may be signed by Dr. Kathryn Stanton, Promotion Manager.
Extraco Banks, N.A., Temple, Texas Contact: Tamara Gage Phone: (254) 774-5576 Fax: (254) 774-5590	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-28-2007 May 31, 2007	Counterfeit cashier�s checks issued in the bank�s name and using a correct routing number of 111900081 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with a lottery scam. The counterfeit checks are very similar to the authentic checks. Items presented to date have been made payable in the amount of $4,827.00 and contain a 9-digit serial number beginning with 1020396. Due to possible variations of appearance, it is suggested that officials of Extraco Bank, N.A. be contacted to verify authenticity of the bank�s cashier�s checks if received from an unknown or questionable source. Correspondence accompanying the counterfeit checks may contain the letterhead of �Anglo Meritz Award, 66 Tanbark Circuit, Suite 7405, Werrington Downs, NSW 2747, Australia.� The letter alerts the recipient that he or she is the winner of an unclaimed prize and instructs the recipient to contact Mr. Melvin King at (647) 219-6607 (a Canadian telephone number). The letter further states that the enclosed check is to be used to pay for insurance fees, which is imposed by the International Lottery Commission. The letter may be signed by �Suzette Sunset, Price Disbursement Manager.�
Extraco Banks, N.A., Temple, Texas Contact: Marisa Truelove Fax: (254) 744-5590	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks SA-140-2006 May 11, 2006	The counterfeit items display the routing number 111915576, which was previously assigned to First Waco National Bank, Waco, Texas. Extraco Banks, N.A. acquired First Waco National Bank and the aforementioned routing number is no longer used on authentic cashier's checks, but may be still in use for customer checks. Counterfeit items display the following statement embedded in the top border: "THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT HAS A BLUE CHECK BACKGROUND ON WHITE PAPER AND A VOID PANTOGRAPH WITH A BLUE SECURITY STRIP IN CENTER." The wording "CASHIER'S CHECK" appears along the left border of the item and "Farmers Bank, San Antonio, Texas" appears in the center, adjacent to a fictitious logo consisting of a "1" inside an image of the United States encircled by a globe. In the lower-left corner "TO THE ORDER OF" is displayed. The items appear to be prepared using a digital check writer.
Extraco Banks, N.A. Temple, Texas Contact: OCC Fax: (202) 874-5301	Counterfeit Cashier's Checks Alert 2006-22 May 2, 2006	The above-named bank has reported to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) that counterfeit cashier's checks, issued in the name of Farmers Bank, San Antonio, TX, but using a routing number of 111915576, are being presented nationwide for payment. This is the retired routing number of First Waco, which was acquired by Extraco Bank. This routing number is still in circulation on some Extraco Bank customer checks; however, it will not appear on any authentic cashier's check.