Consumer Tips
Lottery Scam Alert
It works like this: A victim receives a letter informing them they've won a lottery jackpot. A check is enclosed and the victim is instructed to pay the taxes on their winnings by cashing the check and wiring a portion of the money back to the sender. The victim later finds out the check was a counterfeit and they have been cheated out of the money they wired.
What can you do to protect yourself?
- Don't send anyone money to pay taxes owed on a lottery. Legitimate lotteries deduct taxes from the winnings before sending out the remainder.
- Don't send anyone money to pay taxes owed on a lottery. Legitimate lotteries deduct taxes from the winnings before sending out the remainder.
If you have any concerns please contact our Member Service Center: (800) 479-7928 or visit any RCU Branch.
