This Letter to Creditors Notifying Them of Identity Theft of Minor for New Accounts is used to resolve the fraudulent opening of an account by an identity thief in a minor's name. A minor or the minor's parent must notify the creditor of the account opened fraudulently in the minor's name to dispute the opening of the account and any charges or debits attributed to the account.
Subject: Urgent Notification of Identity Theft of a Minor's Name for New Credit Accounts in Houston, Texas [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Creditors' Name] [Creditors' Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Identity Theft of Minor's Name; Request to Freeze/Close Any Suspicious Accounts Dear [Creditors' Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to notify you of a significant and distressing matter regarding the identity theft of a minor, [Minor's Full Name], associated with our family, residing in Houston, Texas. It has come to our attention that unauthorized accounts may have been opened in [Minor's Full Name]'s name within your financial institution. We believe that an individual or group fraudulently utilized [Minor's Full Name]'s personal information, such as their Social Security Number (SSN), date of birth, and other personal identification details, without the knowledge or consent of either the minor or their legal guardians. To ensure prompt action, I kindly request that you take immediate measures to: 1. Freezing or Holding Accounts: Freeze or place an immediate hold on any new accounts opened fraudulently using [Minor's Full Name]'s identity. This action will prevent any further unauthorized activity and protect the financial well-being of the minor involved. 2. Investigating the Incident: Conduct a thorough investigation into the identity theft incident, aiming to identify the individual(s) responsible for this unlawful act. Please keep us informed about any findings or progress made throughout the process. We are fully committed to cooperating with your institution, law enforcement agencies, and any relevant authorities to bring the culprits to justice. 3. Providing Information: Request that you promptly provide us with all relevant information regarding the unauthorized accounts and transaction details associated with our minor's name. This includes copies of applications, account statements, or any other relevant documents attesting to the fraudulent activities. 4. Reporting to Credit Bureaus: Notify all three major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) about this incident of identity theft affecting [Minor's Full Name]'s credit profile. Encourage them to place a fraud alert and/or initiate a credit freeze to further safeguard the minor's personal information. 5. Assisting in Recovery: Offer your institution's assistance and support in rectifying the damages caused by this identity theft incident. This may include providing guidance on filing police reports, suggesting other preventive measures, and offering any existing Identity Theft Resolution services you may provide. We understand the seriousness of this matter and will be concurrently taking action to investigate, report, and mitigate the consequences of this identity theft incident. We understand that our cooperation is vital to the resolution of this case, which is why we kindly request your utmost priority and attention to bringing this situation to a swift and satisfactory conclusion. Please provide us with a written confirmation of receiving this notification letter, along with any additional instructions or steps required on our part to support your investigation. Feel free to contact us at the provided email address or phone number should you require any further information. We deeply appreciate your immediate attention and assistance in resolving this distressing matter promptly. Our goal is to protect the financial well-being and future of our minor, [Minor's Full Name]. We eagerly anticipate your cooperation and support in restoring the child's stolen innocence. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Relationship to the Minor] [Your Contact Information]
Subject: Urgent Notification of Identity Theft of a Minor's Name for New Credit Accounts in Houston, Texas [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Creditors' Name] [Creditors' Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Identity Theft of Minor's Name; Request to Freeze/Close Any Suspicious Accounts Dear [Creditors' Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to notify you of a significant and distressing matter regarding the identity theft of a minor, [Minor's Full Name], associated with our family, residing in Houston, Texas. It has come to our attention that unauthorized accounts may have been opened in [Minor's Full Name]'s name within your financial institution. We believe that an individual or group fraudulently utilized [Minor's Full Name]'s personal information, such as their Social Security Number (SSN), date of birth, and other personal identification details, without the knowledge or consent of either the minor or their legal guardians. To ensure prompt action, I kindly request that you take immediate measures to: 1. Freezing or Holding Accounts: Freeze or place an immediate hold on any new accounts opened fraudulently using [Minor's Full Name]'s identity. This action will prevent any further unauthorized activity and protect the financial well-being of the minor involved. 2. Investigating the Incident: Conduct a thorough investigation into the identity theft incident, aiming to identify the individual(s) responsible for this unlawful act. Please keep us informed about any findings or progress made throughout the process. We are fully committed to cooperating with your institution, law enforcement agencies, and any relevant authorities to bring the culprits to justice. 3. Providing Information: Request that you promptly provide us with all relevant information regarding the unauthorized accounts and transaction details associated with our minor's name. This includes copies of applications, account statements, or any other relevant documents attesting to the fraudulent activities. 4. Reporting to Credit Bureaus: Notify all three major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) about this incident of identity theft affecting [Minor's Full Name]'s credit profile. Encourage them to place a fraud alert and/or initiate a credit freeze to further safeguard the minor's personal information. 5. Assisting in Recovery: Offer your institution's assistance and support in rectifying the damages caused by this identity theft incident. This may include providing guidance on filing police reports, suggesting other preventive measures, and offering any existing Identity Theft Resolution services you may provide. We understand the seriousness of this matter and will be concurrently taking action to investigate, report, and mitigate the consequences of this identity theft incident. We understand that our cooperation is vital to the resolution of this case, which is why we kindly request your utmost priority and attention to bringing this situation to a swift and satisfactory conclusion. Please provide us with a written confirmation of receiving this notification letter, along with any additional instructions or steps required on our part to support your investigation. Feel free to contact us at the provided email address or phone number should you require any further information. We deeply appreciate your immediate attention and assistance in resolving this distressing matter promptly. Our goal is to protect the financial well-being and future of our minor, [Minor's Full Name]. We eagerly anticipate your cooperation and support in restoring the child's stolen innocence. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Relationship to the Minor] [Your Contact Information]