Fraud Alerts

Payroll check scam hitting hard -- June 25, 2010

Bankers need to be aware of a rash of counterfeit checks posing as Tyson Foods payroll checks are moving through the state.

Debit card fraud on rise? You aren't alone! -- June 6, 2010

In the past two weeks we have seen a major increase in debit/credit card fraud in financial institutions statewide. This is not just an Oklahoma phenomenon, but be assured that we are aware of it and doing everything in our power to address the issue.

Merchant scam rearing its head -- May 21, 2010

Be advised of a recent merchant scam where individuals claim to be making a call for the hearing impaired. At this time we know restaurants, bakeries and flower shops have been contacted.

Two separate frauds sweeping across state -- Feb. 18, 2010

The OBA needs your help in detecting and putting a stop to two different frauds that are currently impacting our bankers across the state. Please pass this along to the appropriate person in your bank who might have information on the activities.

Latest scam: law firms beware! -- Oct. 13, 2009

Just when bankers are getting used to the counterfeit checks for smaller amounts, we find that our Oklahoma bankers need to be alert to a fraud that appears to be targeting law firms in our state.

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