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I just had someone arrested
First, a little background. Fairly often, some of my employees visit Money Mart to have their cheques cashed. When they do, Money Mart calls me to verify their authenticity. It happens so often that i don't even bother checking the actual pay stub before verifying. After all, no one would ever try to cash a fake cheque with our name on it... right? Guess not. The phone just rang:
Her: This is Money Mart calling. Who am i speaking to?
Me: -censored-
Her: I have someone here trying to cash a cheque for a large amount. I wanted to verify it's authenticity. Are you the person i should be speaking to?
Me: Yes. What amount is it for?
Her: -censored-
Me: And the name?
Her: -censored-
Me: Sounds about right
Her: Are you sure? Because the signature doesn't match. And if you confirm it's authenticity, you're liable.
Me: Hold on, i'm calling the accountant on the other line.
Her: Alright, perfect.
Me (to accountant): I've got Money Mart on the line. Cheque made out to -censored- for -censored-
Him: Who?
Me: Exactly. And the signature doesn't match.
Him: I don't know who that is.
Me: Thought so. She says it looks fake too. Thanks.
Me (to Money Mart): Is he still there?
Her: Yes.
Me: Call the cops.
Her: I knew it! Hang on, i'll ask my manager.
Me: Hurry.
Her: We're calling 911. If they get here on time, they'll have him arrested. Please stay at this number.
Me: This is my cell, will do.
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