Banks keep accounts restricted for months after closing the fraud claim that triggered the restriction
A bank restricted a customer's account due to a fraud claim, then closed the claim months later citing internal error, yet continued to withhold access to the customer's own funds with no explanation, documentation, or timeline for release.
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