A Monroe County man was scammed out of $2,900, state police say.

The 18-year-old from Chestnuthill Township told police a company promised him $500 to cover his car with an advertisement.

He told police he received a check for $2,950 in the mail and told to deposit it in his bank account. He then sent $2,400 to the fake company via Zelle for the advertisement wrap and processing fees. He was told he could keep the remaining $550 for his first payment.

After sending the money, the check was returned for insufficient funds and the man was responsible for the entire amount, police said.