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Theft loss is not deductible on a tax return, since the tax laws that were enacted for 2018 and beyond. Report the loss to the bank and to the police.
If you believe that your identity has been compromised:
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900655-what-to-do-if-you-suspect-tax-related-identity-theft
Most important) Follow the IRS procedures for reporting a fraudulent return, documented here: www.irs.gov/uac/Taxpayer-Guide-to-Identity-Theft
IRS INFORMATION REFERRAL TO REPORT VIOLATION OF TAX LAW
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f3949a.pdf
If your Social Security number is compromised and you know or suspect you are a victim of tax-related identity theft, take these additional steps:
6-digit IP NUMBER FROM IRS
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USIRS/bulletins/2af48f0?reqfrom=share
to get you new PIN from the IRS
- https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/retrieve-your-ip-pin
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