For the past week, we have been getting many messages about a card being placed in and on mailboxes. Mostly in the Kingwood and Porter area. According to the Harris County District Clerks Office, this is not a good case number and they have gotten many calls. Another thing noted was the seal, “District of Harris County”. Most likely someone not even from this area. They say there have been many scams starting up since the storm and say they do not leave messages in this manner. On a civil case, it a Constable attempts to deliver papers, he or she most likely would leave a door hanger on your door with their office and a case number and phone number. Your name would also be included on it. If it is in your mailbox, which is illegal unless placed there by the US Postal Service you can file a complaint with the Postal Inspectors.
FILE A COMPLAINT
Report these issues to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service online:
Mail fraud May include scams or deceptive ads via the mail, or postage fraud.
Mail theft Under Where is My Package, enter the tracking number or select No and then click on Continue and enter all applicable information.
Identity theft
Unsolicited Sexually Oriented Advertising
If you believe you’re a victim of fraud related to the U.S. Mail, including mailed sweepstakes, lotteries, on-line auctions, work-at-home scams or chain letters, report your concern to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service as mail fraud.
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