Joanna – Victim Location 55112 Type of a scam Charity Our nonprofit organization received an email from a "Paul Harrison" claiming he was the CEO of a small family foundation named "Harrison Family Foundation" wanting to know more about the work that we do with kids. I gave him an overview of our programs and …
Lawrence – Victim Location 29205 Type of a scam Debt Collections I was contacted from the following number 5124374872. They claimed to be trying to give me a summons for a court order if I did not call a number back to make a settlement. I received a case number and called 8888644232. Emma Allen …
Leslie – Victim Location 77074 Type of a scam Other Message on my answering machine from Deputy Frank Rogers of Harris County Sheriff’s Office, 281-740-7532, saying I missed jury duty and a warrant was issued for my arrest. I returned the call about 5:40 pm and was transferred to the supposed deputy. He gave a …
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Latasha – Victim Location 98671 Type of a scam Employment email correspondence, led to background check, phone interview (brief) then received the below email. I’m uneasy with this and something doesn’t feel right. I saw another report on same company, so reporting again, to alert in the event it is an actual scam. received today …
Ivan – Victim Location 53562 Type of a scam Other A rep from Hattori Hanzo Shears came to my salon in Wisconsin and offered up a shear sharpening subscription for $10/ month which included 4 sharpenings a year. They did the first sharpening while they were here to sign us up, and have never returned. …
Candace – Victim Location 86305 Type of a scam Phishing Consumer was contacted by phone. Scammer wanted SS# and CC information. Wanted to send you medical supplies at no cost. Consumer hung up.
Frederick – Victim Location 98225 Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes I received a call today from an unfamiliar number but with a local area code (360.961.1175). A woman identified herself as Rose from Healthy Solutions. She said that I had completed a phone survey a year ago and was entered into a drawing. She said …
Bethany – Victim Location 81401 Total money lost $90.47 Type of a scam Online Purchase I made a purchase on Facebook for a toolset got charged for it, more than originally priced and have not received it and now their website doesn’t exist.
Daniel – Victim Location 81226 Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order I have a small non-profit ministry. I just started this ministry. I talk to variable people on my youtube channel daily or at least 4x a week every week. One of my associates contacted me from INDIA and wanted me to receive this …
Raquel – Victim Location 85704 Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order I received a check in my U.S. mailbox from Hillenbrand, Inc., Batesville Logistics, Inc. One Batesville Blvd. Batesville, IN 47006, in the amount of $8,247.10 dated 10/26/15 Ck. No. 150**26. Bank I.D. 56-1544 (underlined 441) When I took it to my bank, I …
Donald – Victim Location 60631 Total money lost $2,012.40 Type of a scam Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare Taking money out of my account to cover prescription drugs. I did not know why I am paying this , we went to bank to find out what is this for. We asked them to sent us the card so we …
Shane – Victim Location 60603 Type of a scam Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare I’ve been robo-called repeatedly by "organizations" under the name of "Health Enrollment Center" and "Health Registration Center" ostensibly because I "indicated I was interested in a health insurance quote". That never happened as I am insured through my employer. I answered their call in an …
Ian – Total money lost $700 Type of a scam Home Improvement I saw an ad on kijiji about heating installation services. I enquired via the in app messenger and after asking all the questions about the product and services I determined that the person had sufficient knowledge. An onsite assessment was done and he …
Kristina – Victim Location 32615 Type of a scam Other 12/11/17 There is currently a website out there called Harveys {sic} Family Basset Hounds. I found it by running a google search for Basset breeders + Georgia. They only list an email contact. I emailed them, they emailed back. Oh, yes! They have the puppies …
Nathaniel – Victim Location 63601 Total money lost $39.95 Type of a scam Online Purchase On March 26, 2019 I was calling a company to obtain life insurance. I called a wrong number, 800-756-1200,and received a person from Healthy Choice. They started selling me and talking me into CBD Oil which I purchased for $39.95. …
Ruth – Victim Location 10035 Type of a scam Employment I had been on various employment websites, sending out my resume and filling out applications, so I was expecting emails regarding offers of employment. I receive and email from someone offering me a work from home personal assistant job, I was naive and desperate for …
Miguel – Victim Location 77086 Total money lost $661 Type of a scam Romance I am victim of a scam by Hasan Bilal Kilincel. He broke my phone and owes hundreds of dollars that he asked to borrow or used from my account without permission. The total is $461 not including the phone he broke …
Angel – Victim Location 07732 Type of a scam Tech Support Help Desk Solutions of Boca Raton, Florida, flashed a "your computer is at risk" message on my screen and gave a phone number for help. I fell for the scam and allowed this bogus technical help company to access my computer. The technician fixed …
Wendy – Victim Location 78957 Type of a scam Online Purchase I found the website while searching for a new English bulldog puppy for my family for Christmas. The first email exchange seemed legit and the person asked me about my home and intentions with the puppy. After I replied and provided the information they …
Jonathan – Victim Location 07305 Total money lost $305 Type of a scam Online Purchase I ordered an Mcm belt from star Adams, on December 13, sent $180, she never sent my belt, then I ordered uggs on December 16, she never sent me THE uggs…when I messaged her about my items, she gave me …
Jamie – Victim Location 57042 Total money lost $400 Type of a scam Tech Support A company claiming to be legitimate ultimately hacked my mom’s computer. I was on the phone with her and had her tell me what happened step by step. I have captured it as she told it to me. Beginning of …
Victor – Victim Location 30103 Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes Recording were you are the lucky blind drawing winner for a free weekend stay through Hilton Hhonors. Call is routed to call center were you are immediately asked a question. Person was not understandable, possibly Asian decent. When I mentioned that I could not understand …
Jason – Victim Location 99709 Total money lost $69.99 Type of a scam Online Purchase Website looked legitimate, most items offered are small appliances. We were trying to purchase a coffee maker, I received an initial email saying the order was received and I would get an email when it shipped. After 2 days I …
Brad – Victim Location 30087 Type of a scam Employment I submitted an application for employment with Helion Energy using Indeed website; after some time, June 4, 2019 I received a text message asking if I am interested in the position of CSR with the company (name Lisa/phone 425-559-7065. I accepted an interview time and …
Dennis – Victim Location 44112 Total money lost $2,500 Type of a scam Employment High speed delivery company contacted me via email saying they found me on Careerbuilder and was interested in me due to my resume. They sent me a link to apply so I put in an application as a Mail forwarding courier …
Janelle – Victim Location 01420 Type of a scam Other I ordered a swingset back in July. I paid with my debit card. The transaction has no number to call or no information how of a company name. When you send an e-mail here is what you get for a response: Thank you for contacting …
Bruce – Victim Location 49037 Total money lost $78 Type of a scam Online Purchase This site was suggested in my Facebook newsfeed. I was interested in a pair of men’s Nike Airmax TN shoes that I saw when browsing their website. Including shipping, I paid $78 and after 10 days I still have not …
Wayne – Victim Location 60540 Type of a scam Travel/Vacations Phone call first asked if I was 25 years or older and then they said they were calling on behalf of Hilton honors. They asked if I am interested in going to a new Caribbean and Mexico resort. I said no. Then they asked if …
Colin – Victim Location 11212 Total money lost $55 Type of a scam Online Purchase I inquired with this business on June 3, 2016 about a cupcake order for a Christening, at the time their name was topbakers_ofny . After quoting me a price via direct messaging they informed me that they accept payment via …
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Natasha – Victim Location 53711 Total money lost $400 Type of a scam Counterfeit Product On June 17 2016 I placed an add on craigslist looking for someone to do a window job on my house. Craig Loftus with Herca remodeling contacted me by email and set up a time to do an estimate. Craig …
