Bridget – Victim Location 55009 Total money lost $1,500 Type of a scam Tech Support Contacted shortly after purchasing a MacBook Pro. Said they were tech support from Apple. Paid $299 Jan. 2015 for 3 years of support/security. Paid $599.98 December 2015 for lifetime basic security for all devices. Paid $99.99 April 2016 for anti-hacking …
Edwin – Victim Location 32112 Type of a scam Other "EY-Parthenon"—>Fake survey about childcare management. After completing survey win $100 to use at amazon. I did survey then realized the url looked funny. They haven’t called me yet.
Rose – Victim Location 98104 Type of a scam Phishing This site is so loaded with phishing scams that follow simple formulas I doubt that are any genuine listings on it. After I recognized the patterns they were using via email communication I spotted the fake phone numbers they were pulling heavily on from certain …
Carolyn – Victim Location 33458 Type of a scam Employment I was first contacted via LinkedIn from one of my contacts to invite me: "Hi Heather E., The following vacancy may interest you. It is part time and not much time is required and the pay is good. I have been doing this since August …
Jessica – Victim Location 80125 Total money lost $750 Type of a scam Online Purchase I have been scammed while trying to buy a dog from a breeder online. I found this website while looking for my dream dog (mini dachshund) right away when I put in my info I was being contacted via email, …
Meagan – Victim Location 80526 Type of a scam Phishing I got a phone number from the phone number above. They said that is was Hilton and asked if this was "name". Once I confirmed that it was me then they hung up. It sounds like the "Can you hear me?" scam so I figured …
Latasha – Victim Location 84040 Type of a scam Phishing 801-890-6253 local Utah number called and when I answered the lady Naomi stated she was from a Home Owner Association and asked if I could hear okay and of course before I caught myself I said Yes, then the line went dead. I called the …
Tyrone – Victim Location 90062 Type of a scam Employment This is a too good to be true work from home job opportunity scam. They appear professional and legit to begin with, they ask who do you bank with. they send a check for supposedly buy the material needed to work and tell you to …
Jeffrey – Victim Location 92117 Type of a scam Home Improvement He pretended to be nice stating that there was a deal going on for the street I lived on and he knew my last name. I asked him to put me on the “Do not call list” then he hung up immediately. Patricia – …
Lance – Victim Location 44128 Type of a scam Debt Collections I received a message on my voicemail from someone identifying themselves from Homeland Security/ IRS, informing me that unless I returned the phone call immediately they will proceed with a warrant for my arrest. I returned the call and was told that I owed …
Andrew – Victim Location 96795 Total money lost $24.99 Type of a scam Online Purchase I saw an ad on Instagram about an "egg cooker kit" for $24.99. I clicked on the link and I placed my order. I placed my order on Feb 7, 2018. I received an email confirmation on March 2 stating …
Edward – Victim Location 45103 Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order I received in the postal mail a letter with a $2500 check. They’re asking me to deposit this check in my bank account and then text them and then the funds will be available they said $200 of that money was my Earned …
Sophia – Victim Location 41132 Total money lost $600 Type of a scam Other The owner of the service garage in Hitchins, Ky (41146) promised to fix our vehicle on a few weeks basis. He was paid $600+ For the work. We also purchased all the parts, and the oil that would be needed. Months …
Shannon – Victim Location 04294 Total money lost $6.95 Type of a scam Online Purchase Made my “purchase” on Sept 29,2018. Payment was accepted however, my purchase remains unfulfilled Tried multiple times to contact the company with no answer Another person disputed the charges and the bank said their company is listed as a computer …
Michelle – Victim Location 26250 Type of a scam Other Constant emails of no money or little down payment
Brad – Victim Location 27278 Total money lost $52.38 Type of a scam Online Purchase I was online searching for an outfit. > I order a black sequin romper from this honeybee line clothing website. > I received a text saying my item has been shipped but when I clicked the link nothing pops up …
Luke – Victim Location 47371 Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes Received in the mail a free offer certificate from Holsted Jewelers, with a statement of authenticity, for my choice of two rings valued at $60.00 each, for free, a free Wal-Mart card, and surprise gifts. I have a free gift code and instructions to call …
Jeffrey – Victim Location 62243 Type of a scam Phishing I have not answered the call from this number, but I have called it in return and it asks me: "Can I hear them ok?"
Jorge – Victim Location 92277 Total money lost $99 Type of a scam Online Purchase Found site on line .orderded baby stroller.sent tracking # which was bogus.dont respond back.no phone #.others have had same problem not receiving items and no contact
Clinton – Victim Location 53072 Total money lost $600 Type of a scam Other Website for a supposed Husky kennel. Email to confirm order, "Free shipping with coupon" Western Union Money order $600 to pay for puppy. Day of supposed delivery received e-mail requesting more $$. Declined to send more $ and was told I …
Holly – Victim Location 10605 Type of a scam Employment This website has been advertising in the local newspapers of my hometown of White Plains, NY. It advertises that you can make great money at home by sending out letters, you only have to pay $26.00 in order to get their "introductory kit" to get …
Jaime – Victim Location 92392 Total money lost $400 Type of a scam Employment There was an add on Indeed saying work from home, as a Warehouse Distributor, They seemed legit, I had a interview dud my paperwork to work, w-4 , sent in my ID and ssn, I got my employee number and login …
Amy – Victim Location 55423 Total money lost $53.73 Type of a scam Online Purchase Order product and confirm order and charge you but don’t send product or respond to your inquiries.
Toni – Victim Location 38305 Total money lost $5.95 Type of a scam Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare This company offered a free trial of their product with payment of shipping and handling. They advised that one would need to cancel the membership before the end of the trial date in order to avoid further shipments and charges. When …
Amber – Victim Location 94591 Type of a scam Employment I was contacted by Kathy Freeman her email is [email protected] america.com the Domain name for that contact info is a different IP address : 198.251.83.27 which is a scam then the business address at the bottom of the email which had a different company name …
Allen – Victim Location 48193 Total money lost $1,730 Type of a scam Online Purchase Wanting to purchase a puppy and they had just what I wanted for a really good price. So I contacted them through email and the process started. But they wanted to be paid through Walmart which I did. Then the …
Victoria – Victim Location 95831 Total money lost $1,000 Type of a scam Rental Provided pictures. Spoke email and phone. Accepted checks but never provided keys. Requested money.
Miranda – Victim Location 70501 Total money lost $300 Type of a scam Identity Theft These people are scammers. I was reaching out about unauthorized iTunes charges on my bank statement and was trying to get refunded. I was told that over the last year, there had been someone in North Carolina with access to …
Ricardo – Victim Location 78253 Total money lost $77.95 Type of a scam Online Purchase Wow, scamming veterans! I am a veteran attempting to purchase a Salute to veterans jacket for my veteran husband. Email confirmation looked legit. NCAA Store ORDER #3803 Thank you for your purchase! Hi ________we’re getting your order ready to be …
Cole – Victim Location 36549 Type of a scam Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare Person calling asked, "Is this Mary?" I replied, "Yes" Caller asked if I had ordered a back brace device. I replied, "No" They asked same question agai . I replied, "No" Line went dead.
