Is "MERCURY INS PAYMENT 040118190287725 ,JOHN DOE A706" fraud?

Written by Remi Russell

June 18th, 2024

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What is "MERCURY INS PAYMENT 040118190287725 ,JOHN DOE A706"?

Mercury Ins is a company that has been in the insurance business since 1961. The company offers a variety of insurance products, including automobile insurance, homeowners insurance, renters insurance, and business insurance. Mercury Ins operates through a network of independent agents and provides insurance services primarily in the United States. The company's offerings also include umbrella insurance policies and mechanical protection plans for vehicles. They focus on providing coverage solutions tailored to individual and commercial needs.

  • MERCURY INS: Insurance provider
  • PAYMENT: Type of transaction
  • 040118190287725: Reference or Transaction ID
  • JOHN DOE: Name of the account holder
  • A706: Internal or bank-specific code (could indicate branch, account type, etc.)
  • Verify if this transaction is fraud in 30 seconds

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