Checks Fraudulently Cashed After Being Stolen From Wayne Mailbox

WAYNE, PA — Police in Radnor reported another incidence of checks being fraudulently cashed after being stolen from a mailbox.

According to police, the incident occurred on Jan. 21.

The victim put mail containing checks in the mailbox outside the Wayne Post Office at 104. S. Wayne Ave.

Police said the victim quickly realized the payees did not get the funds from the checks.

The checks were coming back as cashed fraudulently, police said.

They were cashed at various locations and had their amounts altered, according to police.

Police offered these tips to prevent mail theft:

• Hand your outgoing mail to your Postal Carrier or take to Post Office directly for delivery
• Do not leave your mail inside the mailbox overnight
• If applicable, pay bills online
• If you are expecting and did not receive a check, or other valuable property, contact the issuing agency immediately for verification
• Do not send cash in the mail
• Place a security camera nearby the mailbox