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Old-School Identity Theft on the Rise

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Old-school identity theft is making a strong comeback, with fraudsters targeting unsuspecting victims by using stolen checks, fake IDs, and forged signatures. This resurgence has left banks and government authorities scrambling to address the increasing threats.

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