Is it possible that when the check was taken from you the friend's pet store to be "verified" that a copy was made or at least all the information taken on the check taken down? With that infor, a new check could be made and used. That's the only way the sheriff could have a "copy" of the NSF check. Something is very wrong and I think you should dig out your bank statements and credit card statements that you have since the purchase of Maddie. Go over them very carefully. Can you call the # on your CC to get a recording of all purchases? You need to investigate this thoroughly from every possible angle. Try to put yourself in a thief's shoes (I know it's hard if you don't have a mind for that kind of thing), but it's pretty easy to get away with stealing from someone if they aren't on top of things. I don't know how old you are, but if you are young, you are instantly prey for the criminals and identity thiefs. And if you get a group involved, like it seems you have, then you are going to need help. Do you have legal aid available to you? Check with your courthouse or welfare system. I hope who ever is responsible for causing you and your family all this torment gets what is coming to them. And thank you "Special Angel" for helping sweet little Maddie stay right where she belongs. |