SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. — Police in Snohomish are warning residents about a new mystery shopper scam.
According to the Daily Herald, victims are sent an invitation to become a mystery shopper.
They're sent a fake check to pay for their purchases, but are later told they were overpaid.
Victims are then asked to pay the difference and are promised that a package would arrive in the mail.
Anyone who thinks they are a victim should call police.
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