{
  "$type": "site.standard.document",
  "bskyPostRef": {
    "cid": "bafyreif2hxc3wt4dtbn4ixkr3w4gdl5mzvb57ealf56ghjcjmkhksclriu",
    "uri": "at://did:plc:z4547lu5ykj2ot3no6fwz5n4/app.bsky.feed.post/3miymktp4dvg2"
  },
  "coverImage": {
    "$type": "blob",
    "ref": {
      "$link": "bafkreihflcrzop4qpeyz7qua2igzqloulykd36p4hr2amis5fz6foqk5xi"
    },
    "mimeType": "image/jpeg",
    "size": 33704
  },
  "path": "/article/news/nation-world/check-washing-scams-tips-how-to-protect-yourself/507-bb6c44bd-a5d6-43a3-9c9b-76e784d21be5",
  "publishedAt": "2026-04-08T14:28:34.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.wnep.com",
  "tags": [
    "nation-world",
    "news",
    "cct-tracking",
    "syndication",
    "top-of-funnel",
    "money"
  ],
  "textContent": "Experts warn thieves are altering mailed checks to steal money, as check fraud tied to mail theft continues to rise across the U.S.",
  "title": "What is check washing? These tips can help you protect against this savings-draining scam"
}