646-526-7961

Received a letter in mail from PCH saying I won $750,000. I called them and spoke to Michael Smith and his cell # 6465267961. He sent me a 2 checks to pay for taxes and fees. I went to the bank twice and cashed the checks and sent them cash to the address he gave me. He said he was from New York. I was then contacted by my bank saying the checks I cased were bad. Dollars Lost [BBB Scam Type: Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes] [Business: Unknown] [Location: TX, USA- 75154]

A letter arrived addressed to my parent and stated they won $750,000 and included a check for $9,854.66. "You are required by the international Sweepstakes by law to pay towards taxes, handling, and processing fees. Enclosed is your sponsorship check to assist you with out of pocket expenses." They also stated to take no action until you call 646-526-7961 and speak with Mr. Rolland Cook and be sure to keep this confidential "to avoid double or false claims". Check info is: Peachstate Insurance, 3253 Mercer University Dr. #100, Macon, GA 31204 [BBB Scam Type: Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes] [Business: Unknown] [Location: CA, USA- 90266]

Received letter from ARB Interactive/PCH Digital dated February 13, 2026 with check for $9,950.00. Signed by CEO Instructions to contact Mr. Rolland Cook at 1-646-526-7961 for method of payment. Check was drawn from BACKUS REAL ESTAE INC. Post Office Box 1, Chateaugay, NY 12920-0001 Community Bank N.A., Chateaugay, NY, 12920 50-755/213 ck #005941 signed by George Chu….? [BBB Scam Type: Fake Check/Money Order] [Business: ARB Interactive /PCH Digital Date Re] [Location: CA, USA- 92010]