So did she cash the check...if so what happened?

I just got one too. I wonder. What if I just cash the darned thing?

My mom received the same letter with the $3550.00 check. I called the company the check was written from and then I called the band the check is written on. I was allowed to verify the funds on the check and it stated the funds were there. We did not call the man, but she is cashing the check as we speak, if they will cash it. We will not be calling them either. I don't believe there is a lottery and pretty sure it is all a scam, but if we can get 3550.00 out of it, why not!!

I called the company that supposedly issued the check.  The woman who answered the phone knew about the scam and sounded exasperated that yet another one was out there.  It is a real company and the bank listed on the check is their bank (who is also aware of this).  The woman said, and I agree, if they put that much energy into finding a job as they have with this scam, this wouldn't be happening.  I just hope people don't cash these bogus checks.

We got the same letter/check in the mail.  I fell sorry for anyone who falls for this.

Well, they're still at it!  My husband received the letter today telling him that he won $150,000 in a Mega Lotto out of the UK.  A check for $3,550 accompanied the letter (and it sure looks legit).  Now the letter is coming from AP Financial Services, 15 Victoria St,, Oxford UK OX1 3AS.  Telephone # is 647-979-8493 (out of Canada, I looked it up) and 011447031881017 out of the UK.  Same thing, he won the lotto, this is to cover the government taxes and to keep it confidential until he deposits the check and calls Nichole Kingston with Linda Walsh being the Registrar.  I'm  bringing it to the Post Office to see if they'll investigate this.  The local authorities should at least put up a warning in the newspaper to alert people that this is going on. I figured it was a scam and did the research.  The seniors may not have the technology to do so and will be robbed of their retirement money.  Beware and don't cash the check!  I'm going to research further with the alleged issuing company (now Logan Equity Group, a legit company out of Chicago).  My check is drawn on MB Financial Bank, also out of Chicago. I'll be giving them a call on Monday also!

Received a letter and check for $3980.00. Called 12898924430. I was told to cash check and call back. Check is from Wells Fargo. The claim agents name is Samuel Page. Glad I researched before following his instructions.

I also received this same letter, with an enclosed check of $3,980.00 US dollars for payment of applicable government taxes toward a winning amount of $150,000.00. The phone number provided is 1-289-892-2781. Please beware of scams of this nature! It's a shame people feel the need to do such things!

I just received same letter and check for $3980 drawn on Wells Fargo Bank San Fran CA. Promotion Manager is Lynne Wecley and Claim Agent is Samuel Page it is from Mellon Securities Group but has same INTL# as all your posts, sadly though I only won $150,000....lol Thank you so much, I will go to the web site posted to report as a scam!!! People will try anything except getting an honest JOB....

Well, they have done a change up!!  same Michael but now it is Dundas,1-647-219-2046. saying I won 150,00.00.  All to be done the same way as you. all within 5 business days.  
    Older people will be quick to cash it and follow the instruction!!  Heck, they even send their replies to Publishers clearing house Certified because they are certain they Won!!!
  I to am glad I checked Here.  I will call the Postal Inspectors!

i got that to the same one

Just got a check from BIG RAPIDS PRODUCTS (which is a legitimate bank in Big Rapids, MI) for $3,980.00 bucks!!!  I've WON THE UK LOTTERY....NO I DIDN'T...THIS IS A SCAM!!

GOING IN FIREPLACE RIGHT NOW!!!

dated nov. 7th i recieved check from sparton corp. for 3980 looked up company on internet everything looked legit so i called this mike quest told me to run to the bank and deposit it then came to the computer to see if it was a scam bingo!!!!!!! IT WAS I CALLED THIS GUY BACK AND READ HIM THE RIOT ACT HE SAID HE HAD MY ADDRESS AND WAS GOING TO KILL ME  .... it's sad the world we live in please never send money to anyone promising you the world

No call but we received a letter with a check for 3980 from Sparton Corporation.  The letter states not to cash the check until you call Michael Quest at 1-289 892 6021

I got the same check for 3980.00 from Manncorp with NATALIE NIEKRO authorizing signature... Letter dated 10/20/11.  I checked with TD BANK and they verified that the account is active and belongs to MannCorp Inc in Willow Grove , PA.  (nothing else verifable)

Return info on envelope said PRESIDENT'S CHOICE FINANCIAL.  stamp postmark from Canada.

This is a from Londongreen Investment group, 15 Broadstreet Oxford UK 0X1 3AS.  tel # on letter to contact are 1(416)887-4415 and 011447031881017 with claim agent MICHAEL QUEST, RHONDA SCOTT as Promotion Manager.  Called the intl number and was put on hold...

If it shoulds too good to be true... it probably is.  Have not reported it to anyone yet.  Any suggestions?

I got the same check for 3980.00 from Manncorp... Manncorp is an equipment company, who offer financing and have nothing to do with winnings.This is a scam from Londongreen Investment group uk.
They are looking to scam you out of 1995.00 us dollars. I am not sure if Londongreen Investment group
exists, ( Unlikely). Watch for the name Micheal Quest and Rhonda Scott. I never entered a drawing for winnings. Anytime you receive a check for nothing and the company wants money from you...SCAM

i have also got a letter from rhonda scott and michael quest. since mine is more recent i will give the updated infomation. its now Manncorp Inc 2845 terwood rd willow grove, pa 19090 with td bank. so i did my research and called the bank the acct is valid then they say cash the check not being dumb i googled to see what would pop up for prize and award presentation londongreen investment group 15 broad st oxford uk 0x1 3as tel: 1-416-887-4415 intl:011447031881017.all of these scammer websites pop up with people telling the same story with different numbers but same people. the check was for 3980 and they wanted 1995 back in taxes i received mine on 10/11/2011. havent deposited anything wasn't sure what to do with the check.hope this helps somebody.

I only "won $150,000"! We gotta stop this guy...anyone call the BBB?

You can do something about it. Go to your local post office and ask for the Postal Inspection Service.
You can give the letter to them, this is considered Mail Fraud.

Beware of this scam. I just got the check and letter today 9-21-11. It has a Sears logo on it
I just got a similar check in the mail. It's for $3,975.00.  It says do not attempt to use check until you call Mr. George Stanley. (claim agrnt) 1 647-219-2209.   then it says yours truly Mrs. Jacqueline Ryback (promotion Manager.  The address at the top is
International Claim Department
15 BROAD STREET OXFORD UK 0X1 3AS
OFFICE LINE: 1-647-219-2209
INTL. OFFICE LINE: 011-44-702-405-5667

The envelope has a SEARS logo with no return address
The address on the check is from
Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Co.
183 Sitgreaves Street
phillipsburg, NJ 08865

Do not cash the check Contact your local Postal Inspection Service

My Brother-in-Law just got the same letter and check. It's too bad there isn't some authority to turn this over to. People get desperate in hard times like this and may not take the time to see if it is a scam.

Mother in-law received this check today. She called me and my wife and said if we could look into it we would be given 10,000 of the portion of her winnings. I just got home and researched. The check looks awesome. It has Costco Wholesale Logo in the top left corner and from Bank Of America N.A General Disbursement Account at the right top. Total is 3,980.00. My mother in-law called the "Micheal Quest" at the phone number of 1-298-892-6021. He told her to immediately cash the check then call him back.  She asked if this was a scam and he assured her it was not such a thing. He also told her if she did not want the money they could donate it to charity. HAHAHA, that is so classic. Anyways, she dropped the check off to us and I then found it to be a scam. Thank you guys, now what to do? Local authorities I hear are no help. Mother in-law is disappointed. It is dirty to do this to people in these kind of times.

We discovered Rhonda Scott(Promotion Manager) that is on the check is bogus....look at the signature...I seen a Rhonda Lee on another scam site and guess what...it is the SAME EXACT Signature...do your research people, please don't get scammed.

Here is Address Info

Prize and Award Presentation
Independent Investment Group Inc.
15 Broad Street Oxford UK 0X1 3AS

No return Address on envelope
Good Luck all and sorry to the people who were scammed. I had only been scammed once and know def how it feels.

THEY MAILED THIS SCAM AND DID NOT CALL ME.

Hey the number i got was 1-905-781-6708 supposely from Canada. Here is the name and address to.

Tonridge Management
612 Webster Way
Vancouver,  BC
V5M 5J8
Contact Heather Spike.

I checked this company and address and its all FAKE!!!  I was smart not to call or deposit this check for $988.75.  They claimed to be holding $9700 and needed to call to recieve the rest.
Hope this helps someone from falling for this.  I also contacted the FTC.

I received the same letter only the bank was in MN.  The name on my check was Rhonda Scott.  I looked up the address the letter was sent from in the UK and the building is in liquidation and the past owners owe a ton of money.  Nice scam.

Does anybody else getting calls from this phone number?

Too  funnie all the letters are going out to the same names.  the only thing that changes is the phone numbers If it sounds to good to be true check the inter net

We received the exact same thing except it was a Wells Fargo check, but our claim agent is Tim Rogers and the contact phone number is the same.  Definitely not going to respond to this.  Even if the check gets deposited we still end up losing money when the check bounces.

Call your bank immediately and see if they can/will stop any associated transactions. Tell them you realized the check was fraudulent after it was deposited. Write down the time, date & name of the bank assistant you spoke with for your records. BTW - The scam letter we received today notes the (legitimate) company as USABlueBook Inc., a Chase bank check, Tim Rogers.LLB as the "claim agent", 1-905-781-9893 as the direct line, and Sarah B. Smith as the promotions director. Note also that the checks are fairly elaborate, as they have heat-sensitive shields that fades when touched. Any legitimate lottery/sweepstakes will never, ever ask for the winner to pay money up front.

What do you do if you have already deposited the check?

I received the same letter on yesterday. Telling me i have won 150.000 dollars from a 3 million dollar mega lotto. Name is Michael Quest!!! Asking me to deposit the check into my acvount and to call once i have done this. Played along with him like ideposited thecheck to see what happens next. Next he wanted me to western union him 1980 to cover taxes and they will fedex my remaining winnings. What a scam!! Dont deposit the check.