905-782-0273

This company is a scam. I received an letter in the mail stating that I was the winner of $9,700. Along with the letter was a check for $989.99 from Fifth Third Bank. The check look legit and the routing numbers is valid. The letter states that I should call this number to verify that I received the check and they would then activate the funds and send me the rest.

I received a letter alone with a check for $998.75.  My winning was $9,700 but this cheque (this is how they spelled check) was not valid until I called to confirm.  After reading this I knew it couldn't be real.  I call the number after hours and it did not sound like a business recording.  What is this and what is thier gain to send it to me?

This same thing happened to me.  Did you ever speak to any one?  If so, what kind of questions did they ask you?  How did you find out it was a scam?

I also received this letter (from Canada) with a "Security State Bank & Trust" check.  I can't find anything on Snopes about them.  Google doesn't show any results for such a company.   Letter wants me to call  "Greg Myers" and is signed by "James Roberts".   Check looks real -- including security marks, etc.  It is signed "Jusa Mass"

yeah..,I just received the check for $998.75..,same as the above story, first thing I did was log in, good thing I didn't get too excited...

This is a straight up scam.....I just called that bank to confirm this fraudulent act that Bent and Kent Management got going on......The bank simply told me that they are out to get information from you and whatever you do, don't give it to them.

Received letter from "Bent and Kent Management", along with a check from "Security State Bank & Trust" in Texas.  The letter was postmarked from Canada.  A teller at the bank confirmed the check was fraudulent.  Body of letter:

"
Bent and Kent Management
6710 Madows Drive
Vancouver, BC
V5N 7J5
Phone: 1 905-781-8190
DATE: September 20, 2011

Claim #: ###############
Congratulations!  You have been selected as a luck winner of the $9700 cash price.  Your name was selected from filling out a survey for one of the many clients we represent.   The survey you completed came up as the winner of this cash award.   Please note this may be your final notice.  Kindly contact Greg Meyers at 905-781-8190 for further details regarding your prize.

Enclosed in this letter is a check, please note that this is just your first cheque from us.  It was deducted from your overall prize winning of $9700.00 and it is a valid cheque, but it has NOT been activated and funds will NOT be made available to you UNTIL YOU CALL US to confirm you have received it.

We abide by the U.S. federal law which prohibits sweepstakes from charging you for anything.  However, as per your state regulation you will be required to pay taxes at the end of the year.

Do not lose your claim letter, as your claim number is all we have to identify you.  If anyone other tan the claim holder calls in with respect to this claim it will be CANCELLED.  We have a zero tolerance policy for fraud.

Yours Sincerely,
J. Roberts
James Roberts
PROMOTION MANAGER
"

Received the same letter and check from Jusa Mass

I just received the same letter and check except mine said to call Martin Smith at 905-781-9920. My first instinct it was a scam was it was sent addressed to my married name, which I have not used for over 10 years. I'm glad I checked this site to verify my instincts.

I received the same letter stating that I had won $998.75 from a drawing. I knew it was a lie because I don't do drawings. Please don't call the number.

I just received the same message with a claim number attached, and to call Linda Green at 905-782-0238.                                                                           What a  scam!

i got the same letter last night. i knew it was to GOOD TO BE TRUE!
IT DID LOOK REAL-
BUT FROM VANCOUVER, BC?   I'm happy i went on line 1st...............................

Received same letter. Again it seemed too good to be true. Glad we checked on internet.

I got one of these letters and checks today, exactly like everyone else posting here.  

I've been lucky enough to win quite a few legitimate prizes over the years, and this has the hallmarks of a scam.  All the same letters, all the same checks, cheap envelope, suspicious wording.  (For instance, the letter states that you are THE winner, not ONE OF THE WINNERS.)

Did everyone else also have that light gray printing of:  "CLAIM:  WG27630920" as the prize reference number under the date on their letter?  It doesn't look right to me.

I just read the other posts, and applause to the ones who actually called the bank.

Thank you all for helping expose this to anyone smart enough to check the internet before falling for this!

It will give me great joy to put this junk through the shredder.

i too received a letter saying i won $9700.. i tried reporting them to the BBB but they must know how to make it hard on us.. i kept calling them to let them know i know its a scam and they hung up on me multiple times and eventually stopped answering my calls. i find this unjust for them to do this to inocent people

I WENT ONTO THE BANK'S WEBSITE THAT SHOWED UP ON THE CHECK AND THIS IS WHAT I FOUND !

GUARD YOUR FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The bank has received several calls regarding a scam that is being attempted using a SWEEPSTAKES CLAIM NOTIFICATION. Personalized letters have been received with Claim Numbers of prize money that is being forwarded and requires a fax and return call for verification. This is a SCAM with intent to defraud funds from personal accounts. If you receive ANY notification asking for your private financial information, DO NOT CALL, EMAIL OR FAX.

I just got THE letter yesterday. First think I did was google the company name and accessed this site. No surprise to find out it was scam. Too bad. Because of today's economy there are probably alot of people out there who got this letter and could have really used the money only to find out it wasn't gonna happen. Good thing I wasn't born yesterday!

i tried to report them to the BBB in Canada but they adjusted their zip code so the address provided with Meadows Drive is invalid.. it is sad that some will or have fallen for this scam.. they must have my number as "do not answer" because i tell them i knew they were scamming due to the internet ! busted their bubble !

****and for those who idd actually deposit the check just go down to the bank and let them know they will freeze the check and investigate that way you dont get in trouble for "spending the money" .. i called my bank to let them know that i wanted a direct call if anything is to be withdrawn or purchased over the amount of $100 so i can verify it is indeed myself

Instead of try to get a hold of the BBB. Call the Attorney General they will take your calls.   I got the same letter as all of you.