Complaint Review: Meridian Financial And Trust Co. / Terrence Smith

I received a letter stating I was one of the lucky winners in the second category of the Publisher's Clearing House and a Compensation Draw Sweepstakes and I won $225,000.00. The letter said I had to contact the account agent Terrence Smith at 1-778-858-3320. When I called the number the mailbox was full.

I also received a "check" for $4,760 made available for me to pay the Government Service Tax of $2,585.70 and Insurance of $1,905.00. I was also told I had to contact the file agent for more details before depositing the check into my bank. I received the letter on February 21, 2009, and it had a Canadian stamp on the envelope. Brooks R. Alexander signed the letter as the vice-president, global operations.

At the bottom of the letter it stated, "You've probably daydreamed about opening your front door to find the prize patrol waiting outside, ready to hand you the giant check that will change your life forever. Please, do not act on this letter until you speak with your claim agent for further instructions on how to claim your winnings, not later than February 23, 2009." After receiving this rip-off, I daydream of the police at these peoples' front door arresting them for this type of illegal behavior!

Cathy
Elgin, Illinois
U.S.A.