High school student in Highland Heights defrauded of funds via TikTok check-cashing scam leading to financial loss and threats
Summary
A teen in Highland Heights received messages on TikTok offering $400 to use their image for a painting, which turned out to be a check-cashing scam. The teen deposited a check sent by the stranger, but after being asked to return part of the money, they began receiving threats. The threats included fake police warnings, financial threats, and graphic death threats sent around 2 a.m. from multiple numbers. The Federal Trade Commission confirmed similar scams targeting young people on social media, warning that the checks are fake and result in financial loss. The teen’s bank account was at risk after withdrawing funds from the fraudulent check.
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