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California Tax Office Reports $2 Million in Stolen Checks

4/17/2026

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Story summary

The Napa County Tax Collector's Office in California reported that 30 to 50 property tax checks were stolen through check-washing mail fraud, totaling $1 to $2 million.
An investigation is ongoing, with the FBI and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service involved.
Taxpayers are urged to review bank records and pay online to avoid further issues.
The Tax Collector's Office will work with banks to refund victims and eliminate late fees.

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Story summary

The Napa County Tax Collector's Office in California reported that 30 to 50 property tax checks were stolen through check-washing mail fraud, totaling $1 to $2 million.
An investigation is ongoing, with the FBI and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service involved.
Taxpayers are urged to review bank records and pay online to avoid further issues.
The Tax Collector's Office will work with banks to refund victims and eliminate late fees.