Company Name Spoofing

Victim Location 30024

Total money lost $99

Type of a scam Online Purchase

I bought a kayak on google ads but it was a scam.

The seller sent a 0.4lb box to somewhere and used the UPS tracking to get the money from paypal.

Here is the proof from UPS live chat:

ROGELIO JR D (7/14/2020, 3:19:35 PM): That’s the shipping information of the package.

"This package (1Z6X77R60388353864) shipped by Amazon was delivered correctly but this is not for you and is to a different address that is also somewhere in SUWANEE GA".

ROGELIO JR D (7/14/2020, 3:19:46 PM): We can’t send this through email but our chat transcript is a solid proof.

when you search ‘kayak’ from an apple mobile phone on google, google ads will show the scam website. The scammer used different google ads over the last 2 weeks including

www.poloshop.space

www.nukaroom.space

www.suchasshop.space

Victim Location 30643

Type of a scam Phishing

They said my name had been filed with BBB, the federal trade commission and the financial crime network

Victim Location 44121

Type of a scam Phishing

I received two suspicious E mails from two different credit Bureaus. I deleted the E mails. It stated my credit report had changed. In bold letters it said deceased. It was either from Equifax or Experian. I did not click on it. It instructed to click on and fill out information. They wanted my E mail and password. It mentioned True Identity. I do not have their E mail.

Victim Location 06082

Type of a scam Phishing

urged to call their number to straighten out a problem with my social security

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a call from AT&t actual phone number. The woman said that because I am a long time customer of AT&t I would get a $99 rebate. She gave me a six digit confirmation number for the rebate. Then she asked for my AT&t pin for my account in order to give me the rebate. I said I’m not going to give my pin number to a random person calling me and they immediately hung up the phone.

Victim Location 30101

Type of a scam Phishing

Call is an automated voice saying your social security number is being used fraudulently and you need to call and confirm your number so they can stop the fraudulent use.

Victim Location 92210

Type of a scam Phishing

2/28/2019 Caller identified herself as "AT&T". "Your Internet will be disconnected. Press #1 to hear more. Press #2 if you want to be disconnected". Information #1 made no sense. I hung up.

3/1/2019 Same Caller. "Your Internet will be disconnected TODAY."

My Internet prover is SPECTRUM. Their Agent said the caller is trying to get personal information and I should ignore the call.

3/1/2019 Same call again. I did not respond, just hung up..

Victim Location 80907

Type of a scam Phishing

An unauthorized device was listening to my Pandora account. This was clear because the unauthorized user created new stations in my list that I would never want. I informed Pandora customer service by email (they have no phone support) and asked for the names of devices associated with my account. Instead of giving me that info (which the rep said they had), they offered to send me an IP log if I first emailed them my date of birth and copy of my driver’s license. I suspect this was fake customer support designed to get additional personal info from me so that the hacker could then steal my identity.

Victim Location 77586

Type of a scam Phishing

Claims to be ATT Customer service survey with a $20 bill credit. Asks questions about service, quality, complaints and suggestions, then asks for passcode to verify. I said, nope, don’t give it out if I didn’t place the call. He tried one more time to assure me he was ATT with his name, ID # and the fact that he called from ATT Cutimer Service #. I said nope, scammers can make it look like they’re calling from other numbers and he hung up on me.

Victim Location 40222

Type of a scam Phishing

The caller stated he was with ATT and to inform our company they needed to verify the changes in our long distance services. He said they had sent out a letter in regards to the changes and as of the date of the phone call, they had not received the response back and need to inform us THAT DAY of the changes and to make SURE we were aware of them. I stated we didn’t use ATT and they were mistaken and that our company uses Spectrum/Time Warner. He stated ATT had purchased Time Warner over 11 months ago. He then went on to state they were no longer using the long distance carrier Time Warner had used and were now using Netcom as the carrier and needed to verify the numbers. They went thru a phone line checking process.

After getting off the phone with them, I called Spectrum/Time Warner and asked if any of their statements were true and the representative said no. He also reassured me that our service was still in effect with Spectrum/Time Warner and the scammers needed to have a special pin number in order to transfer service. He also stated I would have received an email in regards to the transfer of service request.

The company received the attached letter confirming the change of the services "ordered". I called the number listed on the letter and the person answering the phone wanted to know why we were canceling. I replied we did not order their services and their company had mispresented themselves. She responded with an attitude and asked me if I "wanted her to replay the tapes".

Victim Location 11735

Type of a scam Phishing

They offer an ebay DirectTV discount. They texted me a few times and called offering this discount. They want me to buy a 200 dollar ebay card to achieve a 25 dollar per month fully loaded direct TV plan.

This phone number has been active for at least 3 weeks doing this scam.

888 359 1324

Victim Location 75703

Type of a scam Phishing

Someone called identifying himself as David Mark @347-593-8761 (x176). He said Direct TV was changing satellites and he needed to get into our caller’s TV to update his boxes.. He told him to turn his TV off and give him 3 minutes, so he could update his TV box. I called the # and the foreign speaking man identified himself as a "student and did I want to speak with his father". I told him someone was using his phone # fraudulently and he didn’t understand.

Victim Location 33908

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call from someone with an exotic accent claiming to be from DirecTV. They were telling me of a promotion that will save $45 a month, but I would need to pay a one time payment to upgrade my system for $199 for installation and set-up. They then wanted my credit card information, and I told them to just bill me directly as they should already have my information. This guy insisted to get my credit card and when I said no again, they hung up on me.

Victim Location 77039

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a call from someone claiming he was with AT&T, from the 1-800 number associated with AT&T. He told me I would be receiving a $99 rebate for remaining a long time customer. He asked for my security pin and then for my social security number, which was a huge red flag. I questioned him and he kept asking for the number. When I would not give him that information, he hurriedly got off the phone. I immediately called AT&T to report the issue, and changed my security pin and my passcode just to be safe.

Victim Location 83660

Type of a scam Phishing

Received a call from a consumer:

I got the weirdest call today from DirecTV. The guy’s name was Max Williams and he had a foreign accent. He told me that they needed my credit card information or my service would be turned off in two hours and I would have to pay $350 to turn it back on.

Victim Location 29301

Type of a scam Phishing

He called me and sexually harassed me because I wouldn’t talk to him about a direct tv service. Then harassed me multiple times by calling several times afterwards.

Victim Location 61525

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call from a gentleman claiming to be from DirecTV. as he was using a local number, I was immediately put on alert. Also I know DirecTV is owned by AT&t and that should have been included in their label as well. His purpose was to find a discount for my account and he started by questioning whether I was happy with my bill. He knew my name and had access to my address. He questioned how much I had paid on my last bill to which I stated he should have that information if he was from DirecTV. At that point I hung up.

Victim Location 37604

Total money lost $300

Type of a scam Phishing

ATT Direct TV

1-888-606-2063, 1800 288 2020

False promotion code for discounted TV service requesting pre-pay.

Victim Location 30311

Total money lost $3,800

Type of a scam Employment

This is a job that offers work from home. They are sending out fake checks from Bank of America & Wells Fargo. They send the checks to you to purchase work materials. You deposit the check in your bank account and wait until clears. Scammer will tell you to buy supplies only from there vendors. You take the money and deposit it into the vendor account. Days later you are contacted by the bank and they tell you the check was a scammer and they will take the funds out of your account. The checks are being sent from different address delivered by Fed. Ex. What is alarming is the website they are using is a Korean website. They also are on Google Hangout. Patricia Derrick & Mrs. Rachel Bourdon, using fake names, pictures and phone numbers. Be aware of emails coming from ([email protected]) & ([email protected]).

Be aware of any emails stating you are hired. Check it out they may sound real but they are fake.

Victim Location 30633

Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

The man called named David Moore and said my mother and I had won $250,000 and $7000 a week for life or that we could donate to a charity. He then wanted me to buy an amazon gift card of $299.99 but I said I didn’t have that money so he gave me a routing and account number to an account to pay off my credit card to be able to purchase it and then said I had to give him the amazon gift card number to validate my prize winnings for someone to come bring our check. He also kept insisting that this was Gods gift to us and kept referring to God many many times. We contacted PCH and confirmed that they were fake and once we told him that he was doing a scam he told my mom that she was going to die and a bunch of other stuff.

Victim Location 30014

Type of a scam Phishing

So a girl in a local job group on facebook posted about a work from home job. She stated if you messaged her she would send you an application. I responded and she wanted me to add [email protected] after downloading hangouts. I messaged him and went through an interview process through the messenger. The grammar was very off and after finishing I was told that I was hired. They then stated that they needed my home address to send me a macbook for work and my paperwork. Immediately I asked fora number or a way to check legitimacy, and he tried to video chat me. He did not display his video as his picture was a white male with grey hair and glasses claiming to be from Denver, but had a very strong accent. I hung up in his face. I hope nobody has to deal with this guy.

Victim Location 30248

Total money lost $1,975

Type of a scam Credit Repair/Debt Relief

Applied for a loan online and received a text message. Clicked on the number and called the company that identified as Eloan, James Thomas. He said that he deposited money in my account to pay the loan fees and help increase my credit. I then had to return the money on a Google gift card. What he did was disputed payments from my account and got a reversal of funds which looked like a credit. He said that they use Google cards because they have shares with Google and they work with the BBB and FDIC

Victim Location 78503

Total money lost $500

Type of a scam Phishing

I think they are from India or Pakistan. They say if you pay ahead on your direct TV bill using eBay gift cards they give you free premium channels and they do have hacked access to add the channels!

They also email and text offering iPhone for $500 but will never send. And they want green dot, Amex cards or eBay gift cards. Horrible. Don’t fall for it!

Victim Location 30078

Type of a scam Phishing

Good afternoon: Someone in your company is doing Fraud and sending Fake interview.

the e-mail address that I was able to find is [email protected]

I will send this information to BBB, Fox Bussiness and the Government Federal Investigation.

Thank you.

Victim Location 30044

Type of a scam Employment

The initial email was in response to an actual job posting I submitted for on ZipRecruiter.com. The email said I had been "shortlisted for an online/chat interview" and to log into Google Hangouts and confirm an appointment for 10am the next morning. I complied, the interview was brief, but somewhat what I expected for my field. She had me wait 30 minutes while she referred the information to the "hiring board," then said they wanted to hire me for $40/hr to work from home 10-30 hrs a week. This is a bit high, but not entirely out of line for an experienced employee in my field. They were going to send me some office supplies and a check to be used for a laptop and software purchased from their "accredited vendor." I gave them no information they couldn’t get from my resume, they said we’d speak again tomorrow. Afterward, suspicious, I tracked down the person I supposedly talked to on LinkdIn. She did exist, and did work for the company. But they were not hiring for the job and she does not conduct interviews via chat services. The scammers posted the fake job, for a real company, used real names of HR reps from the company to contact people looking for work, and take advantage of them. It may have been an attempt to get info for ID fraud, or access to my bank account, or, the "accredited vendor" thing makes me think money laundering. Maybe all three. I’m glad I investigated further.

Victim Location 30341

Type of a scam Phishing

A robocall with a computerized voice told me that my SSN had been suspended and to speak to an office press 1. I did not press 1

Victim Location 33572

Type of a scam Phishing

We received a phone call with the caller claiming to be a Directv representative and offering a great discounted deal. If I paid 3 months in advance, I would get a reduced Directv monthly bill plus I would get added premium movie channels at no extra cost. But, I needed to pay using an ebay gift card; $80 per month for a total of $240; call Directv billing at 1-888-591-8916, ext 1 and pay the $240 using the ebay gift card. They gave me a promo code of DTV4179E.

I called Directv to verify and they knew nothing of this; and they said they don’t partner with ebay.

Victim Location 30224

Type of a scam Phishing

received call from robo caller selling general electric representing traxx security system. spoke to live person Mike Fryman who offered to install complete home security system of 2 fobs 6 window monitors 2 security cameras and a doorbell camera for 49.95 per month for 60 months. once off the phone the call back number was no good and I could not find this site on the internet.

Victim Location 30117

Type of a scam Phishing

I’ve received several phone calls from someone claiming to be from the ScamPulse.com and they claim they were employed by Microsoft to refund me an amount of $200.00 for a program I’ve purchased in the past; and that I can only claim this money through my computer. After getting control of my computer and going through it they switch to my bank and claim that I claimed $2000.00 instead of the $200.00 I was entitled to and that I now need to give them $1800.00 for "my mistake." I contacted my bank and they said there was no activity on my account. I have had no less than 6 of these calls. When I refused to cooperate, several layers of people try to convince me to give then my bank info and then close the con with calling me a stupid mutherf____ and an Ass____. This is just another con and I hope you catch this bunch.

Victim Location 23323

Type of a scam Employment

I was texted from someone saying I was selected for a job and I was to get in contact with the hiring manager and download an app to talk to him. The hiring manager gave me background on the company and told me about the job i would be doing and asked for my name, address, and who i banked with. He then told me I had a check coming and i was to deposit it into my bank to use for the laptop i would work on and software to download on the computer. I knew it was too good to be true I talked to my mother and family and realized it was a scam

Victim Location 67211

Type of a scam Phishing

Told consumer they were with Direct TV. The consumer stated that the caller had a lot of there information (name-address). They didn’t know how they had got it.

Victim Location 78552

Type of a scam Phishing

Person posing as a Directv representative called on my cell phone and asked if I was Charles, I said no I was his wife.then telling me I had been chosen as a long time customer and was given the opportunity to reduce my monthly bill by buying an eBay gift card for $300 and then calling the billing department at Directv (a phone number they gave me) and giving them the promo code. I would then not receive a bill for 3 months and my autopayment would be deactivated until then. Payments would start at the lower rate and continue for 20 months. I even called the Billings department number they gave me to verify it wasn’t a scam. They were very convincing. I then called Directv direct and asked for the (real) Billings department. They assured me it was a scam and would watch my account. They thanked me for notifying them.

Victim Location 45331

Type of a scam Phishing

I don’t even have a Direct TV account but I got a text message from 77292 and it said:

Valued customer,

Last day to get 50% discount on your monthly bill. Use Promo code: EBAY. When you call at 1(888) 358-5290 before promo expires.

Direct TV AT&T

Victim Location 06786

Type of a scam Phishing

We are looking to change our cable provider. My husband

put in to Google "Direct TV" A google ad for Direct TV comes up..under

directv.com; There is a click for Direct TV packages. We dialed the number 8775482923 We spoke with an individual named Charles.

He went over all of the deals that were available. My husband; his name is  did provide him with his social security number.

Charles then repeatedly asked for a payment to secure the offer.

The odd things with this ad and phone call are as follows:

1.) He told us that Direct TV could be activated immediately.

2.) The phone # on this website changes everytime the website is viewed. THe

877-548-2923 no longer shows up.

3.) This gentlemen Charles said that my husbands file information would not be saved for future reference.

So, we would like to have this investigated to see if this is a real vendor?

If this is a scam, what precautions should be take to be cognizant of potential identity theft?

This is a current working number that identifies itself as "Direct TV".

Sincerely,

Michelle Byrne

860-856-3856

[email protected]

or

[email protected]

Victim Location 30311

Type of a scam Phishing

The representative claimed to have gotten my resume from ZipRecruiter. I did an interview via Hangouts. All expenses were to be paid by the employer. I got a start up check via FedEx. I was told to deposit the check into my deposit either through online banking or ATM, versus a teller, because the funds will be available faster. When neither worked, I made contact with my bank in person.

Victim Location 30236

Type of a scam Phishing

12-11-2018

Tuesday

2:01 PM EST

PHONE NUMBER SPOOFING SCAM POSING AS LEGITIMATE BUSINESS ENTITY

I rejected suspicious unauthorized call & I deleted voicemail from unrecognized number and unidentifiable entity:

901-397-8324

Caller ID shows as:

"FEDEX CORP"

I "Googled" this number but no results show this number as anything associated with Federal Express Carrier Services. It did show up as:

"Forest Katon"

???? W Shirley Circle

Memphis TN ?????

I block every call that I receive from unauthorized numbers & unrecognized/unidentifiable entities; and I report each of them to all official scam-prevention agencies.

Please investigate. Thank you.

Victim Location 30064

Type of a scam Online Purchase

Did an Google search for custom football jerseys. The site had a number of jersey options for different schools. The price was consistent with other outlets but a little lower. I placed an order. There was a pop up notice that there was an issue with my payment. I noted my caps lock was on. I looked for customer service support and saw only a generic email page. That is when I did additional poking around and found support, FAQ and legal pages looked generic or copied. The tip off was that the site had Fanatics.com buttons copied for joining a club which did not work which I recognized. I had no transaction on my credit card but locked it for protection’s sake.

Victim Location 36609

Type of a scam Phishing

Caller identifed as being a rep from AT&T offered us a 24 month package for $89.99 if we paid with an Amazon gift card in the amount $360.00

We were to call 888-391-7528 before 6pm today 11/29/18 to receive this offer. No information was given to caller.

Victim Location 30134

Type of a scam Phishing

The representative asked me for my name, birth date, and social security number.

She stated that their is fraudulent activity going on under my name and if I don’t give her the information, she will call the police to have a warrant put out for my arrest.

Victim Location 30534

Total money lost $59

Type of a scam Credit Repair/Debt Relief

I applied for a cash advance loan and got declined so I just forgot about it then a guy named Daniel calls me an says he’s from cash advance and that he can help me but first he needs to help me fix my credit score and that he needed my personnal information so I gave it to him thinking it was really but in return he got my bank account shut down and we were told we were no longer a loud to bank with sun trust

Victim Location 30315

Type of a scam Employment

Good morning there is a company going around portraying to be a at home business. They will send you everything as if it’s a legitimate business. I was known to be a logistic agent where I received packages and I had to check and make sure everything was in the package that was listed to be shipped. The company paid for the labels so all you had to do is check it and send it back off. I did this for about 2 weeks before I was offered a promotion to a logistic manager at this point I would have access to banking information and everything I need to make purchases for the supposed client. I got a letter and information to get a business bank account open. Once I started to inquire about the payment for my funds the supposed company started to insist I get a account open. I asked for a paper check to be mailed to me and they said it will take to long to get to you just open the account and we can put the money in it. I also asked for a employment verification letter for the time I was there and I was told they the GM was out of the country and he has to sign off on the letter. I never received anything not even a check. I started to do some research on this company and they don’t exist but now they know everything about me. Please do your research first before you try to get money fast

Victim Location 98338

Total money lost $240

Type of a scam Phishing

I was offered a super deal from Direct TV cutting my monthly bill in half for two years. All I had to do was pay 4 months in advance with Amazon gift card. I fell for it hook, line & sinker.

Victim Location 44601

Type of a scam Phishing

Phone call from 800-288-2020 stating they were att/directv. Offering to Upgrade my present plan to premium with all the movie channels, nfl ticket and a $150 Visa card. All I had to do was call their billing department at 888-401-6381. I did that and what the deal required was a $360 Amazon gift card up front to them to cover the first 4 months and after that my monthly bill would be $89 for the next 2 years!

Would you please investigate and warn the public! Thank you.

Victim Location 43613

Type of a scam Phishing

Received a call from Directv regarding an Amazon promo they were having. It was a special promo just for current Directv customers, which I am.

Promo was buy an Amazon gift card for $360 then call the Directv billing department, give them the code from the back of the gift card then my account would be prepaid for 4 months with billing after that for only $89.99 a month. Plus I would receive a $150 gift card from Amazon if I completed transaction by 6PM today.

This sounded too good to be true so I called Directv customer service. They advised me they had no such promotion.

The caller ID listed the phone number as Directv but the billing number they gave me (888-391-7563) was not a Directv billing number.

Victim Location 33604

Total money lost $300

Type of a scam Phishing

This People are calling Direct TV and att customer telling them if they pay six months in advance they will cut your bill in half for the next 2 year. What surprise me is how much info on me they had. They ask the customer that the bill has to be paid with a ebay gift card since ebay has a deal with Direct Tv. To call them back with the gift card number. Here are at least 2 number they calling from. 1-855-863-0217 and 1-888-585-0825. If you call those number they actually have Direct TV and ATT message making it look real.

Victim Location 30316

Type of a scam Phishing

They want me to buy insurance for a loan i didn’t get n the loan amount should be 2,000is dat possible n i thought the max is $500. They file a complaint under my name sayin i tried to make them look like a fool

Victim Location 30329

Type of a scam Employment

I get calls several times a day from different phone numbers, saying the have an "employment" opportunity for me. No matter how many I block, they call again from a different number. I finally decided to find what company was calling me, and it turned out they said they were with Lyft and offering me a job as a driver. I told them I would report them to the ScamPulse.com and they quickly hung up on me. I don’t kow what they were planning but luckily I did not give them any personal information.

Victim Location 95035

Total money lost $280

Type of a scam Phishing

Scammer called identifying themselves as direct tv offering a reduced rate and additional channels for 2 years in return for upfront payment of 4 months. Scammer provided promotional code and instructed that payment was to be made with Amazon Gift card. I had to purchase Amazon gift card and provide them with the claim code. They stated that it would take 24-48 hours to process. While i did contact Direct TV to confirm offer I did not tell them that I was requested to pay with an Amazon Gift Card which is contrary to their practice.

Victim Location 41015

Type of a scam Phishing

Direct tv offering free services.

Victim Location 30557

Total money lost $215

Type of a scam Phishing

Said they were Directv at t..said I needed a 215.00 gift card to get in the promotion from last year…..so I did..I received a email..transaction error….they stole my money….

Victim Location 30127

Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order

Called eldery person. Said win 1.5 mil, Mercedes, etc. Had to purchase Amazon gift card for verification. Was very persistent

Victim Location 79925

Type of a scam Employment

I was on job boards like Indeed and Glassdoor when I applied for a data entry clerk for Ethicon. This is the email I received. It already seemed sketchy so I decided to see what happens with the Skype account. We messaged for an hour, he told me all my duties for the job, the rate and hours, asked for my full name and contact info and i was immediately hired. There is no office in Texas but he says they are “working on it”.

He said he would send me an email confirmation of everything and I will be getting emails and items in the mail soon for my job. That was this morning, and I still have not been sent an email.

Everything about this seems off and like a scam.

Victim Location 30061

Total money lost $1,200

Type of a scam Online Purchase

Susan Morris used the Letgo to sell a car using ebay which resulted in a scam. $1200 was charged and the account was a scam

Victim Location 33525

Type of a scam Phishing

"Tabby" called my cell phone claiming she was from AT&T and she could offer me internet through Directv. At first, I was happy to hear this was an option. ( We just called to make a legitimate appointment with AT&T 2 days ago) She knew this info and sounded very professional until she started asking things like SS number and there would be a one time set up fee so she needed credit card number. Of course I said I didn’t feel comfortable giving such info, so she gave me a supervisor number "Sean" who answered on the number 1 800 531 0795. He answered the phone "Internet service" So then I knew it was not legitimate. When I questioned him, he hung up.

Victim Location 34688

Type of a scam Phishing

The caller ID popped up saying it’s a Tarpon Springs number, when I answered the phone the caller claimed to be with Direct TV. They offered me about $700 worth of rebates if I went with their services, I told them to call me back at 2pm and let me speak with my wife. Well 2pm came and went, no call back. We figured this was a scam to get your info while on the phone with you.

Victim Location 91316

Type of a scam Phishing

"DirecTV Promotions dept" called to offer a rate of $89.99/month including taxes and fees for 2 years on an upgraded package including all the movie channels. All I had to do was pay for the first 4 months up front with an Amazon Gift Card. I told "John Murphy" that I thought it was a scam because, first of all, he’s not Irish, he’s Indian. To which he responded that he was from the Philippines. Secondly, paying with an Amazon gift card is super sketchy. He gave an explanation that Amazon was sponsoring the promotion to promote their "new" gift cards. I went along with it just to get all the info to investigate later. He gave me a promo code and direct phone numbers to DirecTV billing and the promotions HQ. Offer was good for a limited time (4 more days), but if I paid by 9pm today I would also get a Visa gift card for $150 mailed to me.

Victim Location 30236

Type of a scam Phishing

10-16-2018

Tuesday

4:37 PM EST

I rejected suspicious unauthorized call and voicemail from unrecognized number:

770-621-3500

Caller ID: "Well Fargo Bank"

It was NOT "Wells Fargo Bank"!!

Google results show number to be a scam involving bank fraud. Please investigate thoroughly. Thank you.

Victim Location 95437

Type of a scam Phishing

Phone offer of 2 years discounted DirecTV charges if $360 payment today with an Amazon gift card.

Victim Location 33982

Total money lost $300

Type of a scam Phishing

Got a phone call midday on a Thursday from a man that sounded like he was in India. He said that he knew I was a Directv customer and he had my info from the account, (address etc). He claimed that he was calling to offer a promotion that would lower my bill and give me more channels. When I agreed to take the offer it turned out it needed to be paid in an Ebay gift card, which he stated was the sponsor of the promotion. When I returned the call to pay the 280.00 for the 4 months ahead the call center was realistic and they had every bit of info that I would expect, they said wait 24-48 hours for the account to change. I waited and then called the number I used normally to inquire and they informed me no such deal exists. If you call 888-344-2611 it is the scam center, you would be hard pressed to imagine it was all fake. There is no difference in the greeting or reps from the real site. They have all the bases covered, I am in somewhat of a shocked sensation at the effort of criminals, they really put on a good show, must be lots involved. The fact that this goes on right under ATT/Directv noses says something about the company.

Victim Location 30316

Type of a scam Employment

I received a voicemail stating I could earn $17-$32/hour posting product reviews on Amazon. I should contact AmazonProfits.co.

Victim Location 95630

Type of a scam Phishing

I was called by a man from the Direct TV phone # 800-531-5000. I was promised all sorts upgrades and fixed rate for 2 years. All i need to do was prepay my bill for 4 months at the rate of $69.99. Upfront i needed to pay $280 but the promotion requires me to go get an Amazon gift card from Walgreens for the amount and call back the specific phone # the “manager” gave me to make my payment. It’s not legit.

Victim Location 30338

Type of a scam Phishing

I received multiple phone calls that identify as AT&T customer support on my caller ID. It looked very real with AT&T log and such. I even tried to answer one of the calls, but the was a lot of clicking and noises and the call did not properly connect. Sounds very strange, since I am not even AT&T customer, why would there teck support call me 5 times per day. Seems like someone is spoofing there number to make it look like AT&T.

Victim Location 92117

Type of a scam Phishing

They offered to provide 380 channels with free NFL channels and 5 premium channels for $62.50 per month (total including all equipment, taxes, fees, ) with prepayment of either 2 months or 4 months by 9PM eastern time. With 2 months prepayment will receive $50 Visa gift card or with 4 months prepayment $100 Visa gift card. To receive this deal I must purchase a Amazon gift card equal to the prepayment at the nearby 7-eleven, and provide the code to the DTV center at 888-302-5632 before 9PM. After questioning I found out that it is 9PM ET, so will need to do it before 6PM PST. Both of the people spoke with Indian accents.

Victim Location 71612

Type of a scam Phishing

They called my number twice and claimed to be AT&T Fraud Prevention. They were attempting to collect information from me and when I started asking too many questions they acted like they were tracing my call.

Victim Location 92804

Type of a scam Phishing

How to lower my DirecTV bill to 62.50 a month, I was to buy $250 is in Amazon gift cards then call they’re special billing phone number and give their billing code. I would give them the numbers for the Amazon card and codes on the back and would not be billed for four months after that my bill will be reduced to 62.50. Their call back number was 888 302 5632. Both the caller and the manager spoke with an Indian accent. The promotion code was DTV006192.

Victim Location 30331

Total money lost $1,174

Type of a scam Phishing

My mom sent money to my cash app and the full transaction did not go through. So, like anyone I called to understand why. I googled a number and the scammers answered the phone. They even sent a verification code to my phone to make it seem official. When I told them my information in order to get the transaction to be completed, they then took out 100.00 10 times from the person who was sending money to me. They also wiped out the entire balance of my previous cash app Visa amount. Note to cash app: PLEASE STATE ON ALL YOUR CARDS–CASH APP DOES NOT HAVE A CALL CENTER!!! PLEASE NOTE THIS ON YOUR APP AS WELL. I’m now out of over $1000.00 and I don’t have anyone to talk to so that I can resolve this case. I have filed a police report and have all supporting documents. Do not give anyone your security code. Scammers were able to unlink my debit cards and wipe out all transaction histroy on the app. THIS APP IS NOT SECURE. STOP USING IT NOW!

Victim Location 30075

Type of a scam Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare

Have received two phone calls from a "health insurance provider". The phone number given in the left message does not match what is on the company website. I got suspicious when the message requested that I call them back to update some information. While the provider name is correct, I would be the one calling should the profile need a change.

Victim Location 83686

Type of a scam Phishing

Consumer called:

I got a call at 8:00 pm last night from Daniel Mark who said he was with Direct TV and that I needed to turn my TV off because he needed to program my box and change my package to $120.00. I did turn off my TV and then I started raising cane with them because they said I wouldn’t get my refund for another 4 months. They had my personal information and I am not sure how they had such detailed information but they probably got it from the computer.

Victim Location 91910

Type of a scam Phishing

Got a call from 800-531-5000 saying if I prepaid my direct TV cable bill for 4 months I would be guaranteed a $62 cable bill for the next two years. I would have to purchase a $250 amazon gift card and pay with that card. In addition I would also receive a &100 visa gift card. I was to call 888-401-6261 and give them the card number. The person had a very thick accent, possibly from India.

I called direct TV and they had no such deal.

Victim Location 32566

Type of a scam Phishing

Caller claimed to be Directv stating had to move satellite for better reception and wanted $200

Victim Location 93730

Total money lost $250

Type of a scam Phishing

call from 1 888 401- 6261. said they were from Directv & had a promotion with amazon. They were offering 4 months of extra cable channels.

since it was a promotion we had to buy an Amazon card for $250. sounded legitimate..well we called back the phone and they had the same recording as At&T. so we called Directv and Att. no one advised us it was a scam.. theyre response was" they dont always know if there are any promotions. One service rep. said she was aware of the promotion. Sounded legimate. well NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOT SCAMMED OUT OF $250.

Victim Location 77573

Type of a scam Phishing

Someone called stating they were with Direct TV and offered a promotion to lower our cable bill, and we would get all the Premium Channels for the next two years. All we had to do is purchase a Amazon Gift card, call them back at 888-401-6261 and pay for the first four months upfront using the Gift Card. When you call them back it appears that you are calling ATT Direct TV as that is what the recording states.

We called Direct TV via the number on our bill and found out this is a SCAM and Direct TV will never ask you to purchase a Gift Card to pay for a promotion or your bill.

Victim Location 13207

Type of a scam Employment

Was looking for online position and applied with this company, the emailed me for an interview. Did an "interview" via google hangout – first flag was they said that they do background checks for potential employees but 15 minutes into interview they said I got the job. It was a work from home job and they asked for pictures of my credit card so they could deposit money for me to purchase supplies. I said no. Then they said ok, just give us the username and password for your credit card and we will add funds that way. I told them that it wasnt possible to add funds which they pushed back on. I called my credit card (Citi) and they said not to give them the info so I didnt. Then they said ok, we will just send you a check. I received it the next day and confirmed receipt via text at the number above. The person kept pushing that I needed to deposit check and send them copy of receipt and they would tell me what to purchase. I told them that I would confirm as soon as funds cleared at my bank. They kept pushing back saying basically that wasnt necessary and to just deposit it and let them know when I did. I told them again I would tell them when it cleared and they said nevermind as I cannot follow simple instructions they were going to reverse the check. I am pretty confident it was going to bounce – as I said to them, if they were a legitimate company and it was a legitimate check, they would have no problem waiting for it to clear my account. I believe they would have had me purchase some items and refund balance of check. The check is at home but it was for $4,800 if I remember correctly (at work).

Victim Location 53714

Type of a scam Phishing

We received two letters on cheap copy paper claiming to be coming from Geico. The letter said that our quote was high due to a driving record reported by a consumer reporting agency. It said to contact the agency to dispute this record. When you call the number a recording asks for your full social security number. We never asked for a quote and have no driving record.

Victim Location 32174

Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order

Mystery shopper job. I received the check. But did not deposit it.

Victim Location 11375

Type of a scam Phishing

Got a text from 866/761-4133 saying there is a promotional offer from Directv & ATT, as It had my account information called back at the number provided. They informed me that I was selected to receive 50 percent discount on my bill and that my bill for next 24 months would be $160 per month which would include the ATT mobile service and the Directv service if I paid $500 to Directv by eBAY Gift Card. The offer was only valid for today and If I paid with in the next couple of hours then I would receive $100 Visa card in the mail in 3 to 4 days. After purchase of cards I would need to call 855/683-5477 and give the number off the eBAY Gift Card. Called ATT & Directv and they don’t know of this offer. Received multiple calls in the evening prodding me to buy the gift card and pay up the amount.

Victim Location 77659

Type of a scam Tech Support

I received a call and it showrd up on my caller ID as the correct At&T number. the information said my account had been blocked and to supply the primary account holders last four digits of their soc sec number and then asked for the 4-digit pin#. i was put on a brief hold and the music and background sounds juet.didn’t sound legit and it said they had a longer than expected wait time and that they would call back at a later time and then it hung up.

I immediately dialed 611 from my cell phone and changed my pin# on all our accounta for safety reasons and was told by the At&T representative that they will never call or text you and ask for that information.

please be careful even when a number looks correct on your caller ID! these scammers are taking local cell numbers and using them to make you think you are answering a call from someone you may know and it is telemarketers or scammers!

Victim Location 83703

Type of a scam Phishing

Automated msg- voicemail states my account had been suspended due to verification needed. To reactivate my acct press “1” or to speak to an AT&T rep press “2”.

Called AT&T they said this was not their phone call. They would not suspend for verification. I was to assume this was a fraudulent scam call.

Victim Location 83686

Type of a scam Phishing

AT&T automated call indicated we have a suspended account and repeatedly asked for my passcode. I couldn’t remember it or look it up in time so then the message asked for my last 4 SSN. Unfortunately, I keyed it in then the message asked the second time and I entered the last 4 again. Afterward, they disengaged the call.

I immediately called AT&T who said many customers were contacting them about this issue and suggested I call my bank to let them know. After speaking to my bank representative, the told me several reassuring things. First, my bank has a zero liability feature that would not hold me liable if funds were fraudulently charged. Second, the said they require triple authentication for customer security that asks for three forms of confidential information. He advised me not to worry about the call but just block the number which was 855-345-0909.

Victim Location 70510

Type of a scam Phishing

I received call showing at&t on my id caller.they said my acount was suspended.they asked for last 4 of social security and passcode. I gave it to them because i thought it was att. I was then disconnected.I called the same att number back and they told me it was a scam.

Victim Location 30076

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a call/ voicemail from "Anna Maddox" who claims she works for SunTrust Banks as the Senior Fraud Investigator. She called me from a personal number, which SunTrust has never done, and claims there was fraudulent activity on my card and to call back to confirm my account information and so on. I have received these calls before, from SunTrust, and it’s always an automated voice, this was an actual person. So I searched her name online, and found a fake LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-maddox-1550b4100

I then called SunTrust Customer Service and had them search the phone number and name, and neither of them exist in their system and he assured me that it was a fake/ scam caller!!! Please help so no one actually gives them their information! Luckily I was smart to check!

What I don’t understand is how they got my phone number and knew that I was a SunTrust banker!!!

Victim Location 30606

Type of a scam Employment

It sounds like the perfect job: work at home, make thousands of dollars a month, and have a career with famous corporation. But this new twist on an employment scam is fooling victims into paying hundreds of dollars for a job at Amazon that doesn’t exist. Reports to BBB Scam Tracker about this con have increased steadily this summer.

How the Scam Works

You receive a voicemail message inviting you to apply for a job at Amazon. Allegedly, the online retailer is hiring dozens of people to list products online, post reviews, and do other website work. The position pays well – targets report anything from $20/hour to $6,000/month – and you can work from home. Scammers use the names Amazon Cash Website(s), StockRetail.com, and WebStoreJobs.com.

You are excited about the opportunity, so you fill out an application online. But there’s a problem! According to BBB Scam Tracker reports, new employees have to purchase a $200 “enrollment kit” before they can start work. If you pay up, the scammer will vanish. You will be out the money, and the new job never materializes.

How to spot a job scam:

· Be cautious of any job that asks you to share personal information or hand over money. Scammers will often use the guise of running a credit check, setting up direct deposit, or paying for training.

· Check the business’s website. Scammers frequently post jobs using the names of real companies such as Amazon to lend legitimacy to their cons. Check on the business’s website for the position and/or call to confirm.

· Work at home at your own pace. Always be wary of work from home opportunities that are riddled with testimonials. Often the suggestion of real success is misleading. Suggesting that few hours and limited work will make one successful is a red flag.

· If a job looks suspicious, search for it online. If the result comes up in other cities with the exact same job post, it is likely a scam. In this scam, a designated number of jobs are available and applicants need to act quickly. This high-pressure tactic is another red flag.

Victim Location 30009

Type of a scam Phishing

scammer used an email and posed as the owner of the company I work for. The email asked for my cell. I responded with my cell number before I realized it was a scam.

See Below:

Lynne , Got a moment? Give me your personal cell number to text you as I need you to complete a task for me.

Victim Location 30252

Type of a scam Phishing

I went on google and type in amazon phone number. The number 888 289 4331 was provide. I called and a guy named Nathan answer, i told him I was checking on a claim i submitted 2wks ago. He asked for my name, email, order #. He began to ask me what type of item was it. I asked why can’t he see it on my account. He then asked for my address. I gave him the wrong address and he didn’t noticed it was wrong. Put me on hold, i called back on from another line while still remaining on hold and he answered. I asked for his employee id # and he stated he wasn’t allowed to give it out.

Victim Location 92102

Type of a scam Phishing

Said I was to receive $99 credit for customer loyalty. Asked for my account PIN. I declined. He gave me a confirmation number and said I would see the $99 credit on my next billed.

Victim Location 29832

Type of a scam Phishing

this person keeps call me acting like he is calling me from DirecTV and i know he is not from DirecTV because he is making think he will lower my bill with DirecTV and DirecTV will not lower your bill so i know he is a fraud please stop this scam!!

Victim Location 75054

Type of a scam Employment

I was contacted by this company through my student email account. The lady that came into contact with me is Faith Maxwel and she claims to be the HR Manager/Consultant of Corestaff Services. Since they contacted me through my student email address, I thought it was a legitimate thing. They emailed me saying that they were looking for hardworking and dedicated students to employ and how it would just be a part time job and they would only need a couple hours of my time per week. She said I would be paid $350 a week. I was interested so I emailed them back. She then proceeded to ask for all my information such as name, DOB, mailing address, phone #, and occupation. I gave her all the necessary information and she then responded back that due to a high amount of applicants, that I would not be interviewed and I would just be given the position immediately. I thought that was a strange thing to say but I did not do anything about it. The next day when I tried to email her back, I kept getting error messages from my Microsoft Outlook saying that my messages couldn’t be delivered (weird right?). After this, I kept getting texts from Ms. Maxwell with instructions on what to do next. She said they were going to send me a check to cover my first assignment and first week wages. When I received the check, it was for about $2000! I immediately thought this was suspicious and a scam. I contacted Ms. Maxwel telling her I am not longer interested in the job offer. She stopped contacting me but yesterday (8/6/2018) I received another check for about $2000. I really do believe this was a scam and they contact young college students to fall for their scams. The checks were issued to my name and they were from credit unions. I have no idea what this money is coming from. It could be illegal money from all I know.

Victim Location 30263

Total money lost $500

Type of a scam Credit Cards

They took money out of my cash app account and it posted to a PNC Bank. I called 1-866-965-6697 to get help resolving my issue and they instructed me to go and buy a google play card for $100 and they took that money from me and told me in order to get my money back I had to go buy another card for $200. In order to get my $600 back that they already took.

Victim Location 30016

Type of a scam Phishing

Got email from scammer, it said I had bought a google play card for almost $100. Checked my bank account and paypal, both had no charges or pending charges from Sam’s Club. It really wants me to dispute the charges, "soon" it said. Not sure who the shipping recipent is though. Pretty sure this is a phishing scam trying to get me to click on something.

Victim Location 29150

Type of a scam Phishing

A call from a number I associated with ATT and Direct TV. Offered me a promotional rate of $69.99 for three years giving me the same channels I have now that I am paying $179.00 for currently. All I have to do is buy an Amazon gift card for $280 which would be for the amount of 4 months of service for Direct TV. Realizing that this was way too good to be true, I googled this while he was on the phone and found it was indeed a scam. He kept saying this was a time sensitive promotion. I hung up.

Victim Location 30143

Type of a scam Phishing

Job offer

Make money being a Kroger secret shopper…

They email you back with the name Andrew Beck with directions using these two email addresses

[email protected]

[email protected]

Victim Location 29832

Type of a scam Phishing

this is not DirecTV calling it is a scam artiest doing a Phishing scam acting like they are DirecTV name and phone number he tells me he is going to lower my bill down when he say that i don`t give them a chance to do nothing else i just hang up because i know DirecTV is not going to lower the bill so then i know it is a scam.

Victim Location 30168

Type of a scam Phishing

Amazon cash website calling to offer work from home using and being paid by Amazon. Hourly wage from $17 / hr. I was requested to go to website hometyping.org where a picture of Jeff Bezos the Amazon logo behind him popped up. Details requesting home work appeared on the right side of the screen, indicating suspicious activity. I went to ScamPulse.com to see if this was a scam, and it is.

Victim Location 30096

Type of a scam Government Grant

The scammer calls saying you are being rewarded with a government grant and ask you to provide your personal information, I didn’t think it all the way through before verifying some of my info. They will also ask you to go to walgreens or whatever drugstore nearby to get a prepaid card or gift card for registration. I knew to hang up once they asked to call my bank on my behalf and asked for my debit card info. I wish I had hung up sooner now I have to close my account, open a brand new one, and get a whole new debit card because of this. Please be careful.

Victim Location 30087

Type of a scam Employment

I received a text message from 1 708-872-8902 (Illinois area code), Amanda Rodriguez/stating that a Customer Service Rep/Administrative Assistant position was available at the Adecco Group, the job is work from home ,and if I am interested let them know. They advised me to go to Google Hangouts for an interview via chat. The interview was with Rob James ([email protected]) Online Hiring Manager. After a brief explanation about what the company does and the duties of the position, he asked me a series of interview questions. He explained that the pay was $35 hr and $20 for training with a great benefits package available after 1 month of employment. He told me that I was being offered the position. He proceeded to ask for my name, address, phone #, bank name, gmails and other emails: To enable his secretary to enlist them into the Company’s Register for proper documentation. A check was to mailed to me via Fed Ex to buy everything I needed to set up my office.[ Free Apple laptop with a fast internet connection. * All in One Printer, Scanner, Fax and Photocopier Machine. * BS 1 Accounting software * Microsoft Office and Microsoft Operating Systems ( Service Packs 2 ) * Peach Tree premium 2014 US Patent Single Users Pack * Mini-Office Stationary,and a time tracker software]. After asking my Bank name and how I wish to be paid he stated: The means of payment accepted by the Vendor’s is via Cash deposit into the Vendor’s bank account,or Money Transfer Service (even though I stated I wanted Direct Deposit). He stated that I would be receiving the check before weeks’ end. I was to log into Google Hangouts every morning to speak with my trainer and let them know when the check was deposited into my bank. When I told him, "it all sounded to good to be true"/he simply stated we’re not asking for your bank account number only the name. I did not go back to Google Hangouts the next day and I simply ignored any communication from the Adecco Group and any of their repersentatives. Beware this is a SCAM big time.

Victim Location 94002

Type of a scam Phishing

Received call today, August 2, with caller ID DirecTV 1-800-531-5000 (which is DirecTV’s legitimate customer service number). The caller stated that they were calling longstanding DirecTV customers with bills over $90 a month and offering them deals that would reduce their monthly rate because they recently had been losing too many valuable customers. He said he would reduce my monthly bill to $62 and he gave me a detailed list of the programming packages this would include. He went over the details several times and asked me questions to ensure I understood what was being offered. He then said he needed to transfer me to a supervisor who would give me a promotion code that would get me my discount.

After a short wait, the supervisor came on, went over the deal again, said that I would have to commit to DirecTV for 2 years and stated that I needed to pay 4 months up front to get the deal and then I would be billed monthly as normal at the new rate. He also stated that if I committed to the deal by 9PM my local time, I would receive a $100 prepaid Visa card that I could spend anywhere. At the end he finally told me that DirecTV and ATT were holding a joint promotion with Amazon and that the first 4 month payment must be done with a $250 gift card and he listed several locations where I could purchase the gift card. . He asked me if I was familiar with Amazon and stressed that Amazon was joining in on this promotion to promote their gift cards, and they would be subsidizing my DirecTV discount. He said that I needed to purchase a physical gift card rather than order one online from Amazon, because the online order may not go through in time to meet the 9PM Visa deadline. He gave me a number to call back on when I had the gift card 1-888-391-7562 and a promotion code DTV037942. He made sure I repeated both of these back to him. He stressed again that I would only get the $100 Visa card if I called the 888 number by 9PM, but that the offer for my reduced monthly bill was good until August 10. He asked me if I would be following through with this offer.

Both guys I talked to were extremely professional and seemed to cover all the bases a legitimate DirecTV sales person would. It was rather scary how good they were. They both had non-American accents. To me, they sounded Filipino. While I would love such an offer to be true, I am a total skeptic and double and triple checked up on their offer, which was a scam, and thus did not proceed any farther.

Victim Location 30102

Type of a scam Employment

My phone did not ring it was a voicemail stating that my resume was found by amazon to be an at home employee reviewing products and sending out products. Amaxon doesnt use other forms to employ

Victim Location 92105

Total money lost $250

Type of a scam Phishing

AT&T impersonators (Indian accent) offer a very tempting bundle package of TV, Internet and Phone services for 24 months at $83.33 per month. They want the first three months ($250) paid up front using an Amazon gift card, which needs to be purchased. They claim Amazon wants to promote their gift cards in connection with this AT&T offer. In addition, if you pay the same day, they will send a $100 Visa gift card to me to be used however I want. The phone call came the day after I was looking online at AT&T’s latest offers. The offers were for new customers only. Since I was an existing customer, I would have to call AT& T. So the timing of their call made it seem legitimate. Once I purchased the gift card, I called the number indicated, gave them the scratched off Claim Code, and they gave me a Confirmation Code. Since the code was a little hazy, they then wanted to take a pic of the card, and return it via their text message. After their text message didn’t come for a few minutes, I began to suspect something might not be right. AT&T Customer Service confirmed it was a fraud. Thanks to a previous article on the BBB.org site, I quickly informed Amazon. They are currently looking into trying to disable the gift card. Should know in a couple days.

Victim Location 30114

Total money lost $100

Type of a scam Advance Fee Loan

I was contacted by text that I had received my loan. When I called talked to Eric and he told me I had to get a $100. Google card when I purchased the card then it went to I had to have a $150. Card to receive my money by MoneyGram because they couldn’t deposit it into my account. After I refused to purchase another card Eric refused to take any of my calls

Victim Location 01821

Type of a scam Phishing

This company is putting fake job on indeed, glassdoor and when applying asking for DOB and last 5 digit of social security and I have unfortunately give

Victim Location 30326

Type of a scam Phishing

Called and left a voicemail pretending to be Barclays Bank. Then when calling back, they kept asking for personal information, including credit card numbers and social security numbers.

Victim Location 32258

Total money lost $270

Type of a scam Phishing

The scammer is pretending to be a DirecTV sales office. They are claiming to be hooked up with Amazon and using a gift card to do they scam. I have all they numbers they gave me. I will report them to correct authorities if I knew who they are.

Victim Location 32258

Total money lost $270

Type of a scam Phishing

The scammer is pretending to be a DirecTV sales office. They are claiming to be hooked up with Amazon and using a gift card to do they scam. I have all they numbers they gave me. I will report them to correct authorities if I knew who they are.

Victim Location 21042

Type of a scam Phishing

A person identifying himself as from Direct TV by the name of Michael St. John called and asked if we were happy with our bill. He stated he could reduce it by $40. He knew the amount of my previous month’s bill and this month’s bill. He stated we could contact him directly if we had any issues with our service at the following number 219-800-3408. He even gave me his Direct TV employee number of RJ0017. He stated for him to be able to reduce our bill he needed me to give him authorization and a $1 fee using a credit card or debit card. When I told him to add the dollar to our bill he stated it didn’t work that way. I hung up on him. Our phone ID showed the number was from 800-service 888-294-8807. It sounded like he was calling from a large call center as there was a lot of noise in the background.

I called Direct TV and they stated there was no such employee and it was a scam.

Victim Location 23860

Type of a scam Phishing

I was offered a promotion to reduce my Direct TV bill for 24 months if I pay $280 now with an Amazon gift card and I’ll get a $100 Visa card if paid by 10 p.m. tonight. I was given the "billing departments" number to call back 888-838-0636 after I have my gift card. This is the second time I’ve been made this offer. The caller id on my cell came up with Direct TV’s real number.

Victim Location 70601

Type of a scam Phishing

Calling saying my phone was suspended and I needed to put in my pin number. Called AT&T and said they don’t call about suspended services.

Victim Location 92117

Type of a scam Phishing

Someone called claiming to be from directv/att. Caller ID was a published number for directv 8005315000. The offer was supposed to be for* existing customers offering a discounted rate of 62.50 for 24months but you had to pay for 4mths in advance. And it had to be paid using Amazon gift card. They gave me promotion code and phone # directly to billing and promotions department. When i called the same phone # 800531500 i have used to contact directv in past they said there is no such promotion. *They had knowledge of what services i had on my account.

Victim Location 92129

Type of a scam Phishing

Received a phone call from “Direct TV” offering to reduce our bill. Sounded legit until they asked to prepayment of 4 months bills using Amazon Gift Cards. We live in Southern California. Contact was made to our landline home number July 21, 2018

Victim Location 43227

Type of a scam Phishing

Yes scam asking me about my Pygmy amount.

Victim Location 30064

Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

The scammer did leave a name MR. JAMES FRANCIS > 817.363.7644 was the number calling from. Claiming that I had won 1.5 million and a Mercedes Benz and something about Walmart I didn’t understand. No website or anything else was presented when I asked. When I told the scammer I was going to contact Homeland Security he hung up on me.

From the question below: discuss with media know I’m not willing > but BBB you guys can to help someone else not fall for this.

Victim Location 31093

Type of a scam Phishing

phone call – blocking access to some sites – tech support scam

Victim Location 30125

Total money lost $63

Type of a scam Online Purchase

advertised and is an almost EXACT duplication of the actual Kendra Scott retail site. Upon attempt to make purchases on this site, received an "unable to process credit card " message. Then within an hour received a fraudulent charge message from my credit card for a larger amount.

Victim Location 30281

Total money lost $50

Type of a scam Phishing

I was scammed from Tammy Rivera using cash app. I contacted their customer service department to get my money back and they said in order to get a refund I would have to purchase a google play store card $50 to add to the account to get a refund. Purchased the card added it to my account now they are saying the refund can’t be issued a refund from her or cash app

Victim Location 30236

Total money lost $12.50

Type of a scam Employment

Received an email about my resume being perfect fit. Went through a interview process via Google hangouts. Got hired, received a "Start up Check" for $3550 was told what it would be for(work materials) and deposit it. It took almost a week to clear, then it bounced. Now I can’t reach the "hiring manager"

Victim Location 30125

Type of a scam Phishing

Contacted my through Facebook messenger through a friends messenger they said they just received 700000 and sent 300 for processing sent me a pic of a bunch of money in a Fed ex box said to buy a Amazon card to activate delivery package

Victim Location 30605

Type of a scam Phishing

Welcome to the Budweiser Drink vehicle advertisement program, A detailer who will install the decals on your vehicle has been allocated and your payment will be scheduled.You will therefore receive your payment alongside the money that will be paid to the national car detailer. When you get the payment, you will take out your first week pay of $400 and give the rest to the detailer, this is to afford mutual relationship between you and the detailer. A paycheck of ($1950) will be mailed to you, out of which you will take out your first week’s pay of ($400) and send the rest to the detailer Via Money Gram, being payment for the installation and removal of the decals after the program. We need you to confirm the following so that the account department can issue out your payment; How long do you intend to carry the advertisement on your car? One(1) month, two(2) months or three(3) months? Do you use your car everyday? Also reconfirm your name and address as it should be on the check and your complete mailing address for your payments.

We look forward to a great exposure of our products from you.

Regards

Victim Location 15108

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a call from 1877796794. It asked me to call the number back. I did and was asked to give my information to get a Direct TV package. This is a scam.

Victim Location 30072

Type of a scam Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare

The initial phone call got my mother. She is doing in home hospice. She has back pain. When she answered the phone she assumed it was part of the hospice program. My mom gave out her information. Then the second call came (5minutes later)and she answered and gave out info, still believing it was something her hospice program was setting up. I happened to walk in during the second phone call and took the phone away and the caller eventually hung up on me. It’s a scam, my mom is dying and they got her information.

Victim Location 30809

Type of a scam Phishing

“Direct tv” called for a reduced rate for 2 years of 69.00 per month to include all channels. All you have to do is get an amazon gift card for 280.00 from a store like target and pay 4 months in advance by 1000 tonight and it is done. You even get a 100.00 gift card. I did not fall for it

Victim Location 32780

Type of a scam Phishing

Caller ID showed AT&T 800 customer service number. Caller claimed would reduce AT&T/Directv bill to $149 for 24 months if I paid $300 for 2 months of service via ebay gift card. Requested I purchase ebay gift card and call 888-588-9921 and pay the $300 via ebay gift card and give them promotion code DTV197-23B.

Victim Location 46123

Type of a scam Phishing

Consumer got something in the mail that said his warranty is about to run out. Consumer does not own a vehicle. The letter asked for consumer to call them.

Victim Location 27592

Type of a scam Phishing

Offering a promotion of Direct TV regular and all premium channels for $39.99/month for 2 years. No cancellation fees plus a Visa $100 gift card. All you have to do is purchase a $280 Amazon gift card to pay for the first 7 months of service, call the number they provide and give them the promo code they give you and the claim code on the back of the card. Direct TV verified they are not associated with amazon and do not have a promotion line this going on. I called the number to tell them I was aware it’s a scam and the person called me really nasty names and made very vulgar comments.

Victim Location 92253

Type of a scam Tech Support

We received about five or six calls yesterday. They have started again this morning. We haven’t answered the calls, so our voice messages are building up. They claim to be Apple Support and "Apple" shows up as the caller ID. The message is that our iCloud has been hacked.

Victim Location 30153

Type of a scam Employment

I am out of work and have had to go on-line to fill out applications. I came across an administrative, "work from home" job from Envision Healthcare. I checked out their website. Finding an at home job is hard because most of them are scams. I looked for all the red flags. I didn’t see anything. I accepted the job with a formal "employment offer letter". They asked me for no money. They were sending me a check for me to purchase the software and tools I needed in order to work from home. They sent my check via FedEx Express (next day service) I received the check and that was the first red flag, it looked plain…just odd. I took it to my bank to have them check it out. They called the bank the check was from and the routing number nor the account number was valid, it was a scam. I spent 3 precious days doing everything I needed to do to be employed, I wasted my copy paper and ink and my time. I’m glad I caught it when I did. Just beware

Victim Location 20019

Type of a scam Employment

I was ALMOST a victim of this employment scam. From beginning to end this lasted from Sun-Fri. I am currently unemployed and I listed my resume’ on indeed.com and careerbuilder.com on Sunday. Monday, I received a text msg saying “Good Morning,This is Lilly G. Robinson from TCG Consulting Inc, your resume has been reviewed by our recruiting team for the Data Entry positon with a pay of $25 hourly. Kindly respond with YES if you are still interested?” Of course I responded yes. I was then instructed to download a app by google “Hangouts”. She was doing things step by step. She said through message she was waiting on me to go to the next steps. Upon completion of the download process, she provided me a email address and a interview verification code RCL-10. She asked me to let her know once I sent the email a message. I did let her know and I no longer received any other msgs via text.

I sent the email a professional msgs inquiring more information about the job. He asked for my email address in order to send me a detailed layout of the company, position, pay, hours, etc. I continued to show interest, he then asked me a series of 10 interview like questions (one of which included who do I bank with). He gave me a list of office equipment and said they would send a check to cover the cost. He asked the turnaround time for my bank to release money. I advised 24 hrs. He asked for my name, address, and phone#. After that he told me he would reach out to me on Thursday with an update if I got the job or not. I woke up early Thursday, he told me I got the job. He gave more details about how the employment process works. From receiving the check(Nextday shipping), deposit it, visit a private vendor to purchase a MacBook, all in one printer, scanner, and photocopier and someone come out to setup my work @ home office. He said I would meet with someone to fill out my w4 information. He sent me a tracking# for the check. It was at moment I decided to check the BBB.org and see this was already reported.

Victim Location 21222

Type of a scam Employment

I received a email for employment from Jeffrey Landry email address [email protected] and He started my name is Sarah Carlos which is a red flag for me, but goes on to tell me about a job opportunity for TCG in Alanta, GA. I looked up the company, it was legit. He or she goes on to tell me about the job and everything looks professional, then he or she will refer you to contact the hiring manager via Hangouts (Rowland Rennolls), email [email protected]

for a job briefing, interview and job description on Hangouts you go through the process your asked a series of questions which are included on your resume which they already have a copy of so your told that your information would be forwarded to his manager and you are to contact Rowland Rennolls the following morning at 8:30am for an update on your hiring status you are congratulated that you have got the job and he goes on to tell you about what equipment is needed for the job, where to purchase the equipment, when the company is going to send out a check to purchase the equipment,what bank your will (another flag for me), what vendor the company use and why they use this vendor" to install the apropriate software applications on the equipment. Equipment such as a MacBook all-in-one scanner and photocopier and he goes on to say the company will send a represetive to your location ( which would be your place of residence, since this suppose to be a work from home job) after all the equipment is set up for you to fill out your w2 and insurance information. Another red flag, for me so, I Google the company and called the number 1-888-824-8920 in Atlanta GA and soon as the recording come on it says we are not hiring, if you were contacted for employment it is a scam, please contact your local Authority your resume my have been stolen off of Career Builder or Indeed. Which is a huge problem when you’re address is listed on you resume with other information, place of business etc. This is a scam!

Victim Location 29307

Total money lost $320

Type of a scam Phishing

Direct TV called me and said there is a promotional ad; told me to go buy a e-bay card and put $320.00 on a card. I am to call them after putting the money on the card. I called Direct TV back and I was told there is no promotional and was told I was scammed. I went back to CVS to get money back and was told CVS could not refund. CVS told me I had to go to ebay to get my money back. Called e-bay and was told in order to get my money back I would have to purchase something. I have the card and I can’t money back.

Victim Location 10022

Type of a scam Phishing

After multiple, multiple, multiple phone calls insisting that I confirm if I have a 2015 "XXX" model car, they have now gone thru the US Postal Service.

I received( same day) TWO mailings( dated the same day) addressed correctly with all the info on the memos identical with one exception. They used 2 different Account ID numbers. They call their program " ENDURANCE".

My response on the calls ranged from me hanging up, answering no to all questions( & they hanging up, or a rude / foul response when I called this a scam. Not I’m submitting this "report".

Victim Location 30228

Type of a scam Counterfeit Product

Selling fake Ray bans sunglasses via Instagram.

Victim Location 36801

Type of a scam Phishing

Caller stated that the ScamPulse.com keeps calling them on different numbers asking for money.

Victim Location 30253

Type of a scam Tech Support

I was called from the number 1-844-517-8655 and left a message that this was the windows security group and that my windows licenses had been compromised and to call 1-866-271-9516 to correct the problem. They asked me to run msconfig and look at the services that was running. I was told that some of the services had stopped and they needed to gain access in order to restart some of the services. I was told to give them access to my computer by running the command prompt and typing in www.support29.com to allow them access to my computer to fix the problem. I allowed them access and they told me that I had to pay in order for them to fix my computer. I said I would not pay and he told me that all my files would be wiped out and hung up. I discovered later that they had replaced my batch file with another batch file that said my licenses had expired and in order to fix the problem to call 1 815-388-8710. I called the number and was told that it could be fixed for 100.00.

Victim Location 60459

Type of a scam Employment

I was received an email that my resume has been approved. I have been applying to a lot of jobs so I assumed this was a great news. It told me to contact this fella name James Middleton on Google hang out. Once I did – He explained that I would be job briefed about the position, If interested then I would be interviewed. Which occured. Then He said the next step would be to contact the team and discussed my answers since this was going to be a remote job. He also said the following day I had to be online at a certain time to message him to get a follow up on the position. I was assuming this was a test to the remote job and being punchality. I get up bright and early due to the time zone differences ( it was earlier than usual) I waited online for him about 45 minutes. He didn’t respond. About an hour later- I tried again. He responded and said congrats that they were offereing me a job. All of that converstation started to move fast. I was a bit skeptical so I asked if I could take the weekend to think about it. Gathering up informations and questions I should ask. I came back today ( Tuesday 6.12.18) I messaged him again asking if he was around that If I could ask a few questions. He repsonded and when I asked in depth questions- he immediately blocked me. I found that strange. I went ahead and went on the website and decided to take their phone nymber to contact them – since the website did look legit. I called them which became a really weird recording " This is TCG COnsult, Sorry nobody is avivable to take your call.. THIS IS A SCAM.. If you would like to leave SCAM! a message youre more than welcome to. If you would like to speak with John press 1 and there was a list." It was just really weird experience. I am glad I trused my guts and wanted to make a report just in case there was someone else that is in this situation.

Victim Location 95062

Type of a scam Employment

Received an email offer to be a "mystery shopper" at CVS. They mailed me a cashier’s check from MidSouth Community FCU in Macon, GA for $1850 and instructions (see jpg "Survey Retail Consultant). The company Wallace and Assoc Inc is not listed online and there is no phone number for it. I believe this may be a phishing scam.

Follow up text messages from "Phil Hughley, Client Services Representative, (C)2018 MS Personnel Agency" from (312) 535-3472.

Could depositing the check and sending a photo of gift cards lead to ID theft – or might this group already be stealing my info?

Victim Location 32208

Total money lost $300

Type of a scam Phishing

Someone from direct tv contacted me by phone twice. They knew all the services I had with DTV. They explained that Amazon was supporting the promotion to pay for 4 months of service for $300.00 with the gift card. Amazon would send me gift card in 2 days for 100.00. I would only pay Direct TV $75.00 a month through 2020. I thought it was strange but after they knew so much about my account I thought it was legitimate. I’m a senior citizen and feel very violated. Buyer beware!

Victim Location 74036

Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order

These people run an employment ad on Indeed.com. They state you can make $500 per week by letting them use your vehicle to attach their advertisements to. I was notified that I had been selected by an email from someone named Zella James. She then asks how long you plan on participating and if you use your vehicle every day. Then she responds by stating your first check is on the mail, but instead of $500 it is $3100. You are instructed to deposit the check and withdraw your $500 when the check posts. Then in a couple of days you are to withdraw the remaining funds to pay the “artists” that will be coming to install the advertisements. The check comes priority mail from Ruth Clother Toung’s #3655 – 5262 Turbeville Hwy – Turbeville, SC 29162. USPS Tracking number 9405 5126 9935 0103 0794 97. The check is from Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 111 Wall Street New York, NY 10005 – Citibank N.A., New York.

Victim Location 30046

Type of a scam Phishing

After signing up for Google my business, I received a call about my listing claiming to be from google. They asked if that was the name of my business, I answered, "Yes." they hung up. When I tried to call the number back, the call could not be completed. I believe this was a scam, recording me saying "Yes."

I’m not sure how to protect myself now that this has happened.

Victim Location 71646

Type of a scam Business Email Compromise

Nancy Poff sent me an email offering $400/week to advertise Budwiser on my car. I agreed. I received a $1900.22 check from the McLane and Merritt Law firm, Michael from Budwiser texting me and a return address from California. With no paperwork with the Budwiser logo, I was confused who I was dealing with. I looked up the "Budwiser Ad Scam" on the internet and found that the checks are fake and will bounce. I texted Michael from Budwiser that I decline further participation in the program and returned the check to McLane and Merritt.

Victim Location 30044

Total money lost $7,000

Type of a scam Phishing

They call and ask for gift cards after they deposit large amounts in your account to refund them overpayment

Victim Location 29673

Type of a scam Phishing

They called saying he was direct tv tried to get me to give them $300 to pay for 6 months in advance dropping my bill down to $49.99 then in 2-3 business days they were going to send a $200 visa gift card. Said they would also fix out tv I told them I needed a confirmation that they were going to do what they said took them an hour to text me with it they had all our information so I’m guessing they are hacking into direct tv because they had my address my phone number my account number thy even used the same phone number.

Victim Location 79938

Type of a scam Phishing

DirecTV upgrades

Victim Location 30076

Type of a scam Phishing

I was contacted by a number that showed up as Direct TV on my phone offering Promo discount of $62.50 per month for 2 years if I send them $250 up front with amazon gift card.

Victim Location 27705

Type of a scam Phishing

The lady said she was from AT&T, and she wanted to give us a $99 rebate for being a valued customer. She then wanted my account passcode. She had a heavy accent and there was alot of noise from other people talking in the background. When she talked there was alot of static and distortion over the line. She was hard to hear. I asked her many times to repeat herself. Thats when I told her I dont have a passcode and she said everyone has a passcode. I said i dont know what she is talking about. She then hung up. I contacted At&t to report the scam and they said this is a common scam where the caller spoofed the number to look like At&t. She assured me not to worry and informed me of several other types of scams. She said there were emails sent out about these scams to help warn the public.

Victim Location 33176

Total money lost $530

Type of a scam Phishing

Got a call saying that it was from Direct TV and they had a promotion going with Amazon which was part of a merger that if you prepaid 5 to 4 months on your account with an Amazon card you would get the premium channels at half the actual cost. Since I had 2 accounts the total amount came out to $530. Everything was script very well even the number they provided had the Direct TV recording. Spoke to several people so everything sounded legit.

Although I felt suspicious and called another number for Direct TV, they told me that they were not aware of that promotion, but would have to call back after Memorial weekend since the Sales Department was closed. All this happened during the holiday weekend so when I called on Tuesday is when it was confirmed that it was a scam. Direct TV was horrible transferring me from one department to another putting me on hold for over an hour. Now have to wait 72 hours while Amazon and Direct TV do their investigation.

Victim Location 98926

Type of a scam Phishing

They have called me five different times now. This is the third time I’ve told them no thank you and gotten hung up on. They are trying to get me to switch my car, health, and life insurance, over the phone and give all of my personal information over the phone. They say that they are from Colonial Insurance company but Colonial would never do that! I just thought I’d go ahead and report it finally! Thank you

Victim Location 30144

Type of a scam Counterfeit Product

Received a random text indicating that the ray ban website was having a 94% discount on all of their items. The website seemed legit because it looked and was setup exactly like the real ray bans website, but the sale was not realistic.

Victim Location 34476

Type of a scam Phishing

need to pay 2 months in advance to get your payments lower.

Victim Location 79903

Type of a scam Phishing

Durect rv pre pay through AMAZON Guest card

Victim Location 34758

Type of a scam Phishing

They will call from a 1-800 number claiming to be a Direct Tv representative and even transfer you to a supervisor. They speak fast and give you a lot of information and even confirmation codes and your own address which most people can find online for free. Don’t believe them and always double check with your actual service provider and the person who claims to sponsor in this case it would be the Amazon gift card if such a promotion is going on. In this case I knew it was bogus but wanted to see how far they would try to go. They even claim that they’ll give you a $100 visa card that you could use anywhere if you pay on the same day before the billing department closes at 10 PM.

Victim Location 30296

Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

I encountered a scammer claiming i won 2nd prize in publishers clearing house and needed to go get a i tunes card for 100.00 in order to claim my prize there is also on going threat that if i don’t do this my prize will be forfeited

Victim Location 30344

Total money lost $75

Type of a scam Online Purchase

Unauthorized charged to my debit card, when I called to dispute it I was scammed into purchasing XBOX gift cards under the guise of this is the process by which to "refu d" my money. $50 was taken out of my account. When I called again to complain, ANOTHER employee opened a "Bit Coin" account in my name under the guise of "refunding" my money. Another $47 was attempted to be taken from my account.

Victim Location 36693

Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order

They sent an email stating my first shopping assignment would come in the mail the next day. The letter had instructions to deposit the included money order into my bank account and send $778 through western union to a “charity”. I was asked to write about my shopping experience and keep the remainding $200. I didn’t believe this one bit and found stories exactly like this online.

Victim Location 30537

Total money lost $500

Type of a scam Utility

Called claiming to be Georgia Power saying that they are about to turn your power off, tells you to go to CVS and get a Greendot card but not to tell the cashier what it is for and to walk outside and give them the numbers off of it. When you call the number back the answer with Georgia Power. They will have access to your account number the amount due and adds an extra 200 dollars on for a fee saying the 200 will be credited back to your account.

Victim Location 27545

Type of a scam Phishing

On 5/7/18 at 10:27 am, I received a text message in reference to my resume that is on the INDEED website saying that I was qualified for an interview for a Data Entry/Administrative position paying $25 per hr. Then I went through a series of interview questions with a Brad Locke on Google-hangout. He asked for my banking information in order to send me a direct deposit for material needed for the job and payroll. I refused to give him my bank information. I inquired about an official in-person interview with a representative of the company. He said, no problem, that could be arranges. I got suspicious and called the company that Brad Locke said he was representing, TCG Consulting, Inc. at 1-888-824-8920 and a recording advised that TCG Consulting was not hiring and this was a SCAM. On 5/9/18 at 10:00 am I received a FedEx package with a check in the amount of $3,950.00 and a letter on plain paper with instructions to email my full name to Latoya Jackson, [email protected] the payroll officer in order to get authorization to deposit the check, otherwise it would not be honored by their bank. The check was issued by Cardinal Commerce 8100 Tyler Blvd. Mentor, OH 44060. Brad Locke, said that this check is provided to purchase equipment needed for the job.

This all happend over a 2 day period with no official screening or hiring documents. The check looks legitimate but I will not deposit it. A desperate person might deposit this check and then the scammer will have their banking information. I would appreciate it if someone from ScamPulse.com would contact me in regards to this SCAM. Thank you.

Victim Location 45426

Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill

I received a letter, identified as "Vehicle Service Department / Vehicle Document / Alert Notice" and a "Repair invoice Enclosed". It’s a request to call this company (not identified) and they said my car’s factory warranty will expire and there is an invoice with a lot of services. There is no identification of the company, it seems like the real Vehicle Service Department. The envelope has a drawing that mimics a government seal. Letter is attached. And the Make of the vehicle listed for me is a GMC which Iv’e never owned a GMC.

Victim Location 30030

Type of a scam Phishing

I don’t know if this is a legit email or not. I did not click on the link. The email was sent to my job email address.

The body of the email says that a complaint was recently filed and that my name was included as a witness to the reported

event. It further says an investigation has been opened regarding this matter and the email was sent in hopes that we may take a few minutes of

your time to discuss this matter further. For full details its says to contact the web address which I wrote above. It also provides a CASE NUMBER: HD187b253.

Victim Location 06890

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a call on my cell phone which is our number on file with DirecTV. The caller stated that DirecTV and Ebay were offering a promotion: If I prepaid 5 months of our bill using an EBay card (that could be obtained at Walgreens, CVS or 7-11) we would lower our monthly bill for the next two years to $69.99 a month. They would also add premium channels for free that included HBO, CMAX, SHO, ENC, Stars, etc. and all without a contract and could be cancelled anytime after the prepaid 5 months was up. The EBay cards don’t come in amounts to cover the $350 needed (max was $200). I was told to be eligible, I would need to call the 888-560-7561 number and give the "Combined Billing ATT & DirecTV people our Promotion Code that they supplied. The caller had my cell phone, DirecTV account number and address. They stated that Ebay was subsidizing the offer to promote their cards and DirecTV wanted to reward loyal customers by lowering our bill and offering the premium channels given the rise of Netflix, HULU and UTube TV.

Victim Location 92277

Type of a scam Phishing

Called saying I was receiving a promotional opportunity with directv.

Victim Location 23605

Type of a scam Employment

I recieved a text message from "Diann Wilson" asking if I was still interested in a data entry/ Administrative Assistant position paying $25 per hour. I was instructed to contact "Mr. Morris" on google hangouts for a job briefing and interview. I played along to the messages on google hangouts minding the red flags in the corresonding email about the job. The email stated that I have to relocate to Atlanta, GA to work from home. When I asked about it, Morris said that I did not have to relocate. I instantly began to google the company. There are two companies with the title TCG Consulting inc. One of which had the same address as in the email. I called the number on that site and left a voicemail asking to verify the company and hiring resources.

I needed more evidence, so instead of searching the company name scams, I entered the gmail address into google and the first thing that showed up is a alert on the bbb.org with the same email and persons name using a different company as the employer. They said that i will recieve a check in the mail and im suppose to deposit it and send a screenshot of the deposit confirmation. Once the funds are in my account i have to request office materials from a specific vendor. Huge RED Flag!! Why send money in the mail if I have to only use it at their choice vendor? And why do I have to send a shot of my deposit receipt. It was sketchy enough for me. Be on your guard. This posting is on zip recruiter, glassdoor, indeed and careerbuilder.

Victim Location 10022

Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill

They send you an urgent notice saying that you are behind and you need to act quickly and it’s about an automobile repair insurance or something. They sent it to my wife and she doesn’t even have a car.

Victim Location 34953

Total money lost $300

Type of a scam Phishing

Buy $300 Amazon gift card and pay 5 months of bill for direct tv. Also, when you call number, it says direct tv.

Victim Location 10011

Type of a scam Phishing

The business using telephone 1-877-413-6377 is a SCAM… it keeps persistently calling and sending postal mail that is misleading.

The notice claims that ‘my’ auto file needs to be updated immediately. I do NOT own a vehicle. I worry about unsuspecting people who do not read the letter carefully including the fine print and are tricked by this scam.

NOTE: This business goes by several business names and different addresses listed below BUT uses the same telephone number: 877-413-6377.

Interstate National Dealer Services Inc., 6120 Ferry Rd., NW Suite 200, Atlanta, G 30339

Endurance Dealer Services, 400 Skokie Blvd., Suite 105, Northbrook, IL 60062

Endurance Warranty Services (EWS), 15455 Dallas Parkway, Suite 600, Addison, TX 75001

6400 Pinecrest Dr., Suite 400, Plano, TX 75024-2959

Victim Location 92109

Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order

Received a text offering money to advertise by getting my vehicle wrapped. Then an email with a link to fill out some info on the vehicle and my address so they could send checks. Seemed a little fishy so I googled it and apparently it’s a scam where they send you fake checks to deposit and then you pay someone out of your account.

Victim Location 21532

Type of a scam Phishing

Got a letter stating my car’s factory warrenty will expire and I am at risk of being financially responsible, with a sticker shock of $12914.75.

Victim Location 30019

Total money lost $100

Type of a scam Online Purchase

I’m on FB and this ad pops up stating that I won something. I was stupid enough to think it was true. I was sent a watch. Only charged $1.06. But then a month later another watch came and when I got my cc bill I was charged over $100. The company wouldn’t refund my. Obey so I got my bank involved.

Victim Location 86339

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call on my cell phone. The caller ID said I was calling myself from my own cell phone. The person or recording when I answered said "This is At&T direct tv Please enter the last four digits of your social security number.

I hung up.

Victim Location 80817

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call from a blocked number. I answered it and a computerized female voice stated that this was AT&T calling and that my account had been suspended. I was then provided two options. Press 1 to correct the mistake and Press 2 to speak to a customer service agent. I hung up and called AT&T directly and confirmed that this was not the case.

Victim Location 29303

Total money lost $350

Type of a scam Phishing

DirecTV called offering free Cinemax Showtime HBO and 300 channels of service for 69.99 for the next 2 years you had to pay 5 months in advance using eBay

Victim Location 30534

Type of a scam Online Purchase

I went on their website to purchase discounted Pandora products. As soon as I entered in my credit card information, the website discontinued to work to continue purchase. It will continue to let you go on main site to continue shopping though. Now, every time I try to look at my cart, an error message pops up and I cannot take my credit card information out. Now I guess I’ll have to cancel my card.

Victim Location 47591

Type of a scam Phishing

They called saying there was an alert on my account and needed last 4 numbers of my ss#.

Victim Location 33312

Type of a scam Phishing

DIRECTV impersonators have been contacting customers offering a reduced monthly rate on bills in addition to receiving premium channels if they paid 2 months up front using Amazon gift cards within 24 hours of the call. If the consumer agrees, a “supervisor” will be put on the line to record and verify the agreement and provide an authorization number to use when calling back in to give the claim code located on the back of the Amazon card. Scammer called on Direct TV 800 number and had my personal information, home address and telephone number.

Victim Location 30518

Type of a scam Credit Cards

They will call you saying you need to update your payment methods

Victim Location 30515

Type of a scam Identity Theft

Copy of the transcript message:

Hello this is officer Jennifer Gomez from the headquarters of _?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_ your Social Security number is been compromised we request you to contact your case concerned _?_?_?_?_?_?_?_?_ on an immediate basis at 254-340-0984 I repeat it 254-340-0984 thank you…”

Victim Location 60621

Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

Received a email stating that I won 850,000,000 dollars from PCH online games, Now I kind of believed it because I had been playing those games online. But it seemed a little suspicious when the contact info was in United Kingdom, that’s what red flagged me to check the ScamPulse.com

Victim Location 38104

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a call this morning stating there was a security breach on my internet service – it was a recording. I pressed 1 to be able to talk to someone and when I asked questions they just hung up. The phone number showed it was AT & T’s legitimate number. I called AT & T at their legitimate number (800-288-2020) and was told AT & T does not call; they would send a letter — so I guess that number was spoofed.

Victim Location 38111

Type of a scam Phishing

I got a recording stating that "If I want support please press 1, if I would like to stop receiving these calls please press 2). I received yesterday 17 calls pretty much every hour.

Victim Location 38125

Type of a scam Phishing

AT & T called me 5 times today starting at 9:00 AM. It was a recording that states if you want to talk someone press 1; press 2 if you want to hang up. I pressed 1 and spoke to a guy with a foreign accent – I could not understand him – something about an internet service has been hacked in our area. I do not have internet service/computer. I could not understand him so I hung up.

Victim Location 38108

Type of a scam Phishing

Someone claiming to be from AT&T has called twice today, stating that there has been a "security breach detected in my internet service" and for me to press 1 to connect with their "tech support" before I log onto my internet. I don’t have internet through AT&T.

Victim Location 32246

Type of a scam Phishing

Upon signing up for move in special with AT&T Uverse was promised $400.00 in gift cards. Never received gift cards and when complaint made was told my rewards expired.

Victim Location 29617

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call last night and the number that showed up on the caller id was my own cell number. I answered it and a recording began saying that this was AT&T calling due to my account being compromised. The recording was asking that to verify my account I needed to provide my social security number. I know this to be a scam/phishing call. I had put my call on speaker so that my husband could hear the recording as well. When I hung up, my husband said that he had received three calls earlier in the day of the same nature. He said that his own number was calling him and all three times the recording said that it was AT&T calling and that our account had been compromised and he needed to provide his social security number to verify the account. We are no longer AT&T customers as we cancelled all of our services with them in March.

Victim Location 30680

Type of a scam Online Purchase

Instagram ran the ad for 90% off Ray-Ban sunglasses. $24.99 for a pair. Order 3 or more and receive free shipping. When you enter the purchase screen, it clearly showed that the page was NOT secure for entering credit card info.

Victim Location 83714

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call from Direct TV asking me to go to my menu on my box and they are have issues with the service. Asking for Passwords and even had the last 4 on my SSN. Advised that i was disconnecting service and that I wasn’t going to give out information about my account and he had his supervisor come on the phone. I advised again that I wasn’t going to info over the phone and disconnected the call. Called Direct TV to let me know that they were not the one that called, and walked me how to change my password.

Victim Location 78516

Type of a scam Phishing

Received a call offering me 2 years of Directv for 59.99. This included the premium movie channels.. Why? Because they were calling subscribers that had been paying a lot for there service.

Transferred me to another agent who gave me a code to use when I called another number their promotion Dept. By the way the code was DTV021170, The phone number was 888-693-3754.

I was to go to either a CVS or Walgreen store and buy for 240.00 an Amazon gift card. (pre-pay the 1st 4 months of this service). I was then to call them and pay for the service for the 1st 4 months. No contract involved. I had to do this by 9:00pm that evening. They in turn would send me a Visa card for 100.00 within 2 days.

Victim Location 83704

Type of a scam Phishing

I received a phone call on 9/6 from a man that identified himself as Steve from Direct TV. He said this was a courtesy call regarding a followup complaint which we had made a while ago and wanted to make sure we were satisfied with service. He then went on to say that we were eligible to get 2 new receivers that should make a difference and solve our problem. I asked how much this would cost and he said it wouldn’t cost anything extra. All I had to do was set a date and time and they would bring the equipment. I said I wanted to talk to my husband about this first before I made a decision. I said to call back in about an hour. He then gave me his name and number including the extension. A little over an hour passed and he called again and this time he talked to my husband. Again he gave the same information, but this time when my husband set a date he told him that it would be $99.99. He then went on to say that we would get all these discounts including our choice of HBO, Showtime, Max, or Starz. All he needed was a credit card number to charge $1. My husband said he would not give out that information, but the guy got very persistent. At that point my husband hung up. Shortly after the same guy called again. The next 2 days we continued getting calls from this person. He had an Indian accent with an American name; Steve Matthew.

Victim Location 34108

Type of a scam Phishing

I was contacted by an Indian sounding person saying she was with Direct TV. She was offering me reduced monthly rates on my Direct TV bill ($59 per month) and I would get premium channels, and NFL Sundays for 2 years. They said it was a promotion with Direct TV and Amazon. They were promoting Amazon Gift Cards and if I paid 5 months up front ($300) with an Amazon gift card and if I did this within within in 24 hours I would receive a $100 Visa gift card as well. They said it was a new appreciation promotion for existing DirecTv customers because all of the other promotions they offer are for new customers. The phone number they called from came up on my phone as DirecTv as well. They also gave me a DirecTv billing number to call after I have my Amazon gift card for payment. That billing number even sounds like a a DirecTv number. But it is bogus. Once you give them your Amazon gift card info for making the payment, that money is gone.

I called direcTv using the customer service number on my bills that I know is legit before I went out to purchase the Amazon Card. They informed me this was a scam and advised I put a password on my account. The scammers had my billing address and account information when they called me so beware. This is a well put together scam

Victim Location 79603

Type of a scam Tech Support

Auto call telling me someone tried to access my I-Cloud account and to call Apple help desk at 1-833-501-4728 or stay on line. I stayed on line and a foreigner (Asian or Indian) man came onto line. He told me to go onto my PC so he could walk me thru steps to fix the problem. I told him No. I’ll fix it myself and hung up. I deleted my I-Cloud account.

Victim Location 27284

Type of a scam Counterfeit Product

Was called by Direct TV offering covering my bill for the next 5 months, and reducing it for next 24 months, if I went to Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart and bought a $300.00 gift card and called them back with card info so they could retrieve the funds. I have called and reported this to Direct TV fraud department as well.

Victim Location 30814

Type of a scam Phishing

Direct Tv called me and advised me that I could get out of a contract, and I would be locked in at $59 a month with premium movie channels. All I would have to do is pay 5 months worth premium. You don’t have to give me any money just pay the money on the promotion line which is 8882352085 x 1.

I called Direct TV to verify and they didn’t have this promotion.

Victim Location 75243

Total money lost $500

Type of a scam Utility

I was first contacted back in October from what was under the impression was Direct TV promotional division, 1st contact was guy by the name of shaq. Stated they were doing a promotion on these new moneypack cards so don’t pay your bill and get the card and put $250 minimum on the card use it to pay your bill and you will only have to pay only $79.00 a monthly on your bill for 4 months during the promotion. Or put more up to $500 the payment would be $79.00 for 6 months. I informed them I was tied to a bundle with at&t will this be tied into this also. Yes no worries we work with them since we come under the program. Please try and do this by the end of the day. I was could not not do it several times because of my business. So I called back and let them know I spoke with Mark (sound slightly like Shaq) and let him know what Shaq said, he said its okay just get it as soon as you can so you can take advantage of the promotion. They(Mark/Shaq) contacted me several times when while I was working so it was bad timing to talk or get the card. Once I was able to store to get this card(instruction and what type of card was specified in an email which appeared as a Direct TV email I didn’t have cash so I got it the following day called in the number on the card. Thank you keep the card for 24 hours and it will reflect and receipt to you via email. A few days later I get an email from what appeared to be another email from Direct TV stating the card malfuctioned call the number in the email so I called an was instructed to get another card and we will send you a refund via FedEx which time slot you so there will be there to sign for the refund check, I chose 7-12.

I called today to follow up on the receipt since I didn’t receive the email or the check I asked for a tracking number regarding the check. Ple[censored]d on I get you to the finance department was on hold and finally I was hung up so I could back this time I was speaking to Josh Roland. I pushed a few buttons and this was probably the second time they picked up on me catching them in the web. He was frustrated and said well we can’t issue a check unless there is a minimum of $1000. I said there’s no way your email said there was a refund for $300. Josh "if don’t except the promotion it will be cancelled and your money refunded and your service will be cut off and your payment will go back to the way it was and you owe $532 towards your bill that is when I said know I only owe $160 because I have already spoke with AT&T. Lots of red flags I caught but wasn’t sure about because it did seem legit from the emails but when I spoke with each of these individual to include Rosie/Rosalind all had British/Australian voices.( wish I hd a recording and followed my gut), wasn’t so busy I probably would have caught it and reported earlier. I also believe they might have hacked into the real Direct TV or AT&t site or my account base on the communications they knew how much my bill was. That’s another factor that lead me to believe it was legitimate but after the conversation and the direction it went I said Im not paying another $500 and will seek legal action have a nice day and enjoy the holidays.