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Ask your bank to close a fraudulent account: Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account

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Other Names: Letter to Close an Unauthorized Bank Account
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What is a Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account?

A Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account can help you close unauthorized accounts, avoid unjustified fees, and help preserve your credit. Be it identity theft or a simple mistake, you likely don't want to leave an unauthorized account in your name open. Your name your credit could be at stake or you may end up responsible for fraudulent charges. It's time to take action; filing a Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account can help you sort everything out.

You don't need a social security number to open a bank account and identity thieves know this. If you're a victim you might need a Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account. If you received a suspicious statement in the mail, a mark on your credit report for writing bad checks, or notification from a check verification or collection agency, It's time to figure out where this account is, and close it. When you send a Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account, you're helping to clear your name and protect your credit.

When to use a Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account:

  • There's been an unauthorized bank account opened under your name.
  • You've called the bank to request closure, and are sending a formal written statement.

How do I get my Request to Close a Fraudulent Bank Account reviewed?

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Re: Close Fraudulent Account

 

 

This letter confirms the conversation I had with you on

 

The purpose of this letter is to close the following account(s) that have been fraudulently opened in my name.

 

  Account #

 

The name on the account(s) is .

 

The account(s) was fraudulently obtained and I am the victim of identity theft.

 

Please close this account immediately, and send written confirmation that you have done so.

 

 (preferred) or (alternate)

 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

______________________________________

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