Meridian Financial Lottery winning, $4500 check enclosed Lawton Oklahoma

I received a very authentic looking check for $4,500 explaining that I had won a lottery (second category). All I needed to do was cash the check and send part of it to cover the taxes in Canada. I was to call the number in the letter to get directions on how to receive the rest of my winnings. I checked on the web and found the scam listed on your website. Thanks for saving me any hassle. I have to admit they almost got me as the check had no markings on it or otherwise reasons to doubt it. The bank listed was Communications FCU.

Lorraine
Austin, Texas
U.S.A.