potential I.D. theft scam

I received a letter saying that I'd won a sweepstakes sponsored by "North American Retailers Guild".  The reply number was the one you listed...(647)219-1858.  They enclosed a check for $4,875.00 as partial payment of a total sweepstakes win of $125,000.  The letter looked VERY phony, but the check looked legitimate.  Luckily, I listen to Clark Howard, and am also computer savvy and did extensive research. I know that these scams are prevalent.

I pity those less knowledgeable will fall for this.  Once one would cash the check, the scammers can wipe out your bank account.  Beware - these people prey on the elderly.  I'm 75, and thankfully alert.

One more thing - the number is an Ontario Canada number.  I found this out on the internet by typing just the area code - 647.

Luckily I have not lost one penny, but I bet there are others who have.

I just receive a letter in the mail with the same thing. I was doing some research and saw this post. At least im not the only one.

I received the same letter today with a check that looked legit. I knew it was a scam so I called the # to see who it was, and they used the name of Advantage. I'm half tempted to call him back and give him heck.