A $2 gel pen can thwart would-be ‘washers’

As cases rise in this part of the Bronx, even a notary has noticed a growing trend

By Gary Larkin

Posted 3/2/23

A man recently reported two money orders he sent to his landlord for rent were never received. The perp washed the payee section of the money orders and inserted their name.

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A $2 gel pen can thwart would-be ‘washers’

As cases rise in this part of the Bronx, even a notary has noticed a growing trend

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A $2 gel pen can thwart would-be ‘washers’

As cases rise in this part of the Bronx, even a notary has noticed a growing trend

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Blanche Morganstern, better known as 'The Jewelry Lady.' 96

Kelly O'Connor, mother of two, and a true lover of animals, 50

Sol Solomon, former features reporter for Riverdale Press, 74

Doris Redmond, always ready to help others, 92