[WINNESHIEK COUNTY, Iowa] — Residents in Winneshiek County are being alerted to a rising check fraud scheme.

The Winneshiek County Sheriff's Office reported that scammers have been intercepting and altering checks mailed for credit card payments. These checks are then cashed for higher amounts.

Authorities noted that this scam is quickly spreading in Winneshiek and the surrounding counties. They are urging residents to exercise caution when mailing payments and to consider alternative methods.

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