Cashier’s checks mailed to random addresses in the Ames community have been found to be fraudulent, ISU Police said.

Some individuals have received unexpected cashier’s checks via UPS.

ISU Police advise everyone to not cash the checks if one is received. They said it would be a good idea, though, to check your credit history just in case.

There is nothing at this time to indicate identity theft, according to the ISU News Service.

The reported cashier’s checks are from Fifth Third Bank, but could also be coming from other financial institutions.

Everyone is advised to contact the bank on the check if one looks questionable. The bank will then contact the Internet Crime Complaint Center to file a complaint if it is found to be fraudulent.

Information courtesy of ISU News Service