Professional survey and research group – fake

Victim Location 53210

Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order

I initially applied to a secret shopper job. A week later I received express mail with a letter and a check for $2,950. With a long detailed explanation of how to add check to account and go buy tons of gift cards with the funds with the idea your secretly observing the store. I noticed several language mistakes, which was a red flag, in addition to the fact they sent a $3000 check BEFOFORE any services were performed. Who in their right mind pays thousands for ANY service BEFOREHAND?! WOULD YOU?! And that I needed to deposit it into MY personal account and couldn’t go to a check cash place or local franchised bank to get the cash was an absolute no no! PLEASE Don’t entertain these people! And definitely don’t give them your time and money! Please be smart with [censored] who prey on us in times of misfortune and uncertainty, and our need for financial security. Stay vigilant