Houston-area woman says check washing scheme cost her more than $12,000 after mailing tax payment

SPRING VALLEY VILLAGE, Texas — A Spring Valley Village woman says she lost more than $12,000 meant for the Spring Branch ISD after her property tax check was allegedly stolen and altered in a potential check washing scheme.

The woman told KHOU 11 the check was dropped off in person at the Town and Country post office in the Memorial City area. She learned there may be other victims after discussing the incident with friends.

At a post office in the Spring Branch area, customers like Kristina Vallee say they try to take precautions when mailing important payments…

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