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09/02/2026
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Phishing - Phishing Scam

They call saying it was my service was getting shut off for my business. Gave me a number to call which lead me to an Met Ed automated system. Went through all the stuff to talk to someone. they had all my info like name and business address, after i gave them the acct number and they sent a barcode to have scanned at walmart and once payment was made they stated their was an error and then wanted me to make it again through another system but couldnt cancel the first payment and said my first payment would be refunded vis check the next day

Dollars Lost: $3506.2

Victim Location: Wind Gap, PA, USA - 18091

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Debt Collections - Debt Collections Scam

Hard credit inquiry from local gmc in gresham oregon on joint bankruptcy filers. Unauthorized hard inquiries on credit reports as well as illegal business representation

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Sheridan, OR, USA - 97378

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: BCD


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

I ordered a 3 month supply of stress pills for my dog, only because they offered a full money back guarantee. I received a 3 month supply. Within less than 3 weeks, I was still on the 60 day trial when I received another package which I kept without opening. I immediately called them and informed them I had not ordered another 3 months. They replied I had marked a little box requesting ongoing subscription. I informed them that I would never mark a box allowing them any further use of my credit card. I looked at a copy of the form I sent in and lo and behold there was a box that held a pre-selected check mark. I informed the phone person that it was a mistake and I would even mail it back. I told her that the product was not working as claimed. I took a picture of what I had left from the first order plus the unopened package and said I would mail them back. She has not responded to me since.

Dollars Lost: $185

Victim Location: BC, CAN - V0H 1V3

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: PupDose


Counterfeit Product - Online Retailer Scam

The clothings I received after three weeks were of such poor quality i could not believe. Both the material and the sewing were not worth $10 let alone $150.

Dollars Lost: $1.5

Victim Location: Washington, DC, USA - 20007

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: House of Willa


Phishing - Phishing Scam

Enter my zoom meeting. Screen recorded. Posted it on their site and wants money from me to continue. Emails from her have links to remove that do not work.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Schnecksville, PA, USA - 18078

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Wrbinartv


Home Improvement

At approximately 8:40 a.m. Mike Be (Betito) said he was here to check my garage door opener. After checking it, he indicated that it could not be replaced. He told me he would have to install a new opener. He replaced it and overcharged me. I didn't realize that he was not the service technician with whom I had scheduled my appointment until the technician (Vincent F. from Precision Garage Door arrived at my home about 12:00 noon. I told someone had already replaced the door opener and he told me they did not have a Mike working for them. I notified my bank (Bank of America) of fraudulent activity, and they are investigating the case.

Dollars Lost: $1657

Victim Location: La Verne, CA, USA - 91750

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Garage Door Service


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

Ordered a dress that once received did not fit as advertised. Advertised as full refund within 30 days. I emailed them within a week to say I wanted to return it. They are offering discount options instead of returning with refund, as they require paid return to China even though the item was shipped from Mississauga, Ontario.

Dollars Lost: $100

Victim Location: BC, CAN - V4L 2G2

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Harper Logan Vancouver


Phishing - Phishing Scam

a new Total Payment: 4800 is ready in your account. Receive Now go.partnerpros.org/6SbTNKt8 Reply Stop to opt-out (PartnerPros)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Herndon, PA, USA - 17830

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: PartnerPros


Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam - Unauthorized Charges

I found a pair of shoes through googling ones I wanted. Found the site Olive and Evy, was going to purchase the shoes cause the site looked reputable. Put my card information in and then double checked the site just in case. I went back, deleted my card info from the fill in text boxes and then I got multiple messages from my bank stating I'm getting fraudulent charges from various different places. I called, and emailed to report this incident and got tools that they don't sell card information.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Vancouver, WA, USA - 98660

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Olive and Evy


Government Agency Imposter - Trademark Registration Scam

I was contacted regarding my TRADEMARK account. Told I had a 10:45am on October 1, 26 with Zachary Cromer.. He verified my business.. Asked was also going to be selling books I said yesterday. Them he yesterday I need Class 035 I purchased the class… He told me my Trademark application was approved… Now today received a strange call from Zachary asking did I dispute the payment for the extra Class purchase I said no.. He proceed to let me know not to answer no one calls or emails and assured me that he was my “ Examiner Attorney”.. Now today I received a strange email regarding my application. I was hesitant to answer them, but I called the number and the guy assured me that there’s no Zachary Cromer.. so I did my own research. That’s gonna let me to see that Zachary, is a scammer. Then the name that I sent the payment to I didn’t pay attention to it no question that until today because I was so excited about the the trademark being approved

Dollars Lost: $350

Victim Location: Jamaica, NY, USA - 11434

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

I placed an online order with Auvvia for $46.16 using a credit card. The merchandise was never received. I reported the non-delivery to the company on April 30, 2026. Auvvia arranged a replacement shipment, but I did not receive the replacement either, although it was shown as delivered. On June 6, Auvvia offered me a 70% refund. I declined the partial refund and requested either the merchandise I purchased or a full refund. The company later informed me that the product had been discontinued and could not be reshipped. On July 12, 2026, Auvvia approved a full refund. I was subsequently told that the refund would take approximately 15–25 business days. I followed up repeatedly throughout July, August, and September because the refund was never received. On September 22, I was told that the matter would be resolved within 24 hours. It was not. After additional follow-ups, I sent a final written request for the promised refund and received no response. As of October 2, 2026, I have received neither the merchandise nor the promised refund. Auvvia's website identifies OKDRESSES INC in its Terms of Service.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Imperial, CA, USA - 92251

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Auvvia


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Online Travel Booking Scam

Hello, this lady is a travel agent and we started payments with her in June 2026 for our trip October 2026 our payments ended August 2026 was our last payment. She told us she was booking flights and everything . About 3 ,4 weeks before trip we asked for confirmation for our flights and resort and she didn’t have anything to show us she stood us up and kept giving excuses. So we started to ask for a refund and she stated she would be giving us our refund a couple days later . She got almost 9,000 out of all of us and she still hasn’t gave us a refund we been contacting her now she won’t answer no one at all she won’t give anyone their money back it’s no communication or anything . So we just lost about 1,500 a person .

Dollars Lost: $1486

Victim Location: Camden, NJ, USA - 08103

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: ms_travelmuch


CryptoCurrency - Crypto/Investment Scam

I wire transferred the amount to this website to invest in bitcoin and now when i want to withdraw it, it asks me to generate a code and chat to get the code . there is no response from chat or email and i am unable to withdraw the amount of $268.50

Dollars Lost: $268.5

Victim Location: Phoenix, AZ, USA - 85041

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Northbridge Asset Management


Online Purchase

I entered into a written service agreement with California Book Publishers on August 4, 2025 for a $3,000 Publishing & Scaling Marketing Package. I paid $1,500 on August 4, 2025 and the remaining $1,500 on October 7, 2025. The package included multiple publishing and marketing services. The agreement also contained refund provisions if the agreed services were not delivered. During 2026, I repeatedly attempted to resolve incomplete performance of the contracted services. On September 2, 2026, California Book Publishers sent me a written email acknowledging that “some of the services included in your package have not yet been delivered.” In that same written communication, the company agreed to refund the full $3,000 in two installments of $1,500 each. The first $1,500 was supposed to be initiated within 24 hours, and the second $1,500 was stated to be initiated by October 5, 2026. I accepted the refund arrangement and cooperated with the company’s refund process. I was later provided with a secure webpage to submit the information needed for the refund. Despite the company’s written refund agreement, I did not receive the first promised $1,500 payment. I followed up multiple times after September 2 regarding the missing refund and lack of response. My payment records also show inconsistent merchant-identification information. My contract and FreshBooks invoices identify California Book Publishers, while my Chase transaction information contains the descriptor “WWW.SIGMATECH FL,” and a FreshBooks activity record states that “Sigma Tech Services marked this invoice as sent.” I am requesting that California Book Publishers honor its written refund agreement and return the full $3,000 paid.

Dollars Lost: $3000

Victim Location: East Orange, NJ, USA - 07018

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: California Book Publishers


Online Purchase - Nivarena

I contacted Nivarena several times and provided the requested photos, but instead of resolving the issue, I repeatedly received similar responses asking for photos or stating that my case was under review. I have still not received a resolution. I was also surprised to find what appears to be the same dress I received being sold on SHEIN for a much lower price. The dress I received does not match the design advertised on Nivarena's website. I am also filing this complaint because I want other customers to be aware of my experience and avoid going through the same situation.

Dollars Lost: $75

Victim Location: Kansas City, MO, USA - 64111

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Nivarena


Other

Ordered a specific floral arrangement and what I received wasn't even close to what I paid for. The arrangement was smaller, different colors, not even close. I am ashamed I let this happen.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Edgewood, TX, USA - 75117

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Flowers by Eva


Romance - Happy Medium Online Christian Dating Site and Service Scam

Miah Hubert promotes a dating database for Christians. She personally handles all applications, interviews, and reference checks. While her efforts to create a supportive platform are commendable, her organization and responsiveness throughout the process have been lacking. I was rejected after submitting two follow-up emails. I do not anticipate a refund, as she clarified that the fee covers the application and interview, both of which I completed. However, she claimed to have contacted my references, which she did not. It took over a month from my initial interview to receive any feedback, and I was told that "based on my email communications, Miah does not feel this would be a good fit for you." I sent two polite follow-up emails and was essentially told that I was not "surrendered" or patient enough. When I expressed my frustration and disappointment regarding her lack of communication and response, she became defensive and unprofessional. It appears she has overextended herself and may be struggling to manage her responsibilities. However, clients should not bear the burden of her organizational challenges. Her response to my concerns revealed a lack of professionalism and empathy. While I do not expect a refund, I hope sharing my experience helps others avoid potential issues with her approach, which at times can come across as unhelpful or dismissive.

Dollars Lost: $200

Victim Location: Midlothian, TX, USA - 76065

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Happy Medium Online Christian Dating Site and Service Scam


Debt Collections - U.S. District Court Imposter / Government Agency Imposter Debt Collections Vishing and Identity Theft Scam

This was an alleged Summons and Complaint.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Allen, TX, USA - 75013

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: U.S. District Court Imposter / Government Agency Imposter Debt Collections Vishing and Identity Theft Scam


Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Relay Wire / Web Envy / Med Pulse Fake Invoice Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

received a fax from the scammer with the invoice which we did not purchase.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Flushing, NY, USA - 11355

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Relay Wire / Web Envy / Med Pulse Fake Invoice Phishing and Identity Theft Scam


Online Purchase - njmcdirect.online

I was attempting to pay a parking ticket through NJMCDirect. When I entered njmcdirect.com in my browser, I was redirected to njmcdirect.online, which appeared to be the legitimate NJMCDirect website. I entered my credit-card information because I believed I was paying my parking ticket. I did not knowingly purchase or authorize any software, subscription, or other service. After entering my payment information, I discovered that my card had instead been charged for Stay Secure software that I did not want or intend to purchase. I never received an email receipt, confirmation, or other notification explaining that I had supposedly purchased a software subscription. I also could not find any reasonable way to cancel the subscription or prevent additional charges. The charges appearing on my credit-card account are: - STAY SECUREAPP — $9.95 - STAY SECUREAPP — $19.95 I believe I was misled into providing my credit-card information under the false impression that I was paying a parking ticket, and that my payment information was subsequently used to create software subscriptions that I did not knowingly authorize. I am requesting a full refund of both charges, immediate cancellation of any subscriptions associated with my card, and written confirmation that no further charges will be made.

Dollars Lost: $29.9

Victim Location: Hoboken, NJ, USA - 07030

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: njmcdirect.online


Bank/Credit Card Company Imposter - Bank Imposter Scam - Fake Mortgage Account Alert

Secured By; Name of mortgage bank We need you to call today about an urgent matter regarding your property. Please contact us immediately. Failure to call us by expiration date before we close the file on this property.-

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Fresh Meadows, NY, USA - 11365

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Phishing - water treatment company

put in for an autographed guitar at a concert at Starlight Theatre in Kansas City. Got a call a couple months later: This is Sarah, I am giving you a call because you want to see ******* ******** and entered a raffle for an autograph guitar Please give me a call back at 1-913-490-3617. When I called, I scheduled an appointment to get my water checked for free and I would get a 3 night hotel stay for free. The first appointment, no body showed so they rescheduled, again no body came. I called them and they said they had to cancel again. At this point I told them I felt it was a fraud situation and the lady got defensive. I hung up and looked up the number and it is showing as a fraud.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Lawrence, KS, USA - 66049

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: water treatment company


Counterfeit Product - Elvira

boots are cheap version of what they should be. size 40 doesn't fit 39 foot. took 3 wweks to come, husband ordered 2 more pairs, came from different address, almost same model, ordered one pair got two and paid for it, was impossible to chanfe order or cancel it.

Dollars Lost: $46

Victim Location: Ocala, FL, USA - 34475

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: elvira


Counterfeit Product - Online Retailer Scam

The product advertised, differed from the product described on the website. The product that I selected and ordered, from the named company KV Wellness Group LLC, was supposed to be a product for pain relief, the quantity of (1) for the price of (1). The product delivered to me was a quantity of (6) and I was billed for the price of a quantity of (6). KV Wellness has refused to refund me for the returned product, plus the USPS return shipping cost.

Dollars Lost: $240

Victim Location: Lucedale, MS, USA - 39452

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: KV Wellness Group


Worthless Problem-solving Service - Mobile Auto Repair Scam

Offer service of auto electric service. Came and temporarily fix the issue. Car broke down with same issue and he stop responding, said he was coming never came back and offer refund and never sent it.

Dollars Lost: $80

Victim Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA - 19136

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Philly Mobile Electric


Online Purchase

I ordered the mini starlink with a lifetime plan on 8/16/26. Received shipment email confirmation on 8/17/26. Contacted them to request and update they stated customs was taking long in processing. and they kept sending emails saying order was in transit. Received an email saying I would received my packet in 7 days if I did not contact them. I contacted them on 9/25/26 and to let them know I did not received the packet, they said they will get back to me since they would check exact location with their carries. Told them if I did not have an answer I would report them to BBB. Checked back again on 10/01/26 and they said that they had already delivered the packet. asked for a different tracking number since the number they provided game me nothing on USPS, UPS, DELL etc., and they said they could not provide me a delivery photo or specific internal records; they recommended I checked with neighbors to see if it was delivered to their home (which I did and nothing) or contact the carrier directly but would not give me information or the carrier. I asked for a reimbursement but they said they would open an investigation with the carrier (but again, they said they don't know who the carrier is). Found information in Spanish with phone number, address, etc. Please see attachment.

Dollars Lost: $129

Victim Location: Long Beach, CA, USA - 90810

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: LNV Store/Star Store & Vertux


Online Purchase - Brushing Scam

Empty envelope/package to my address via USPS.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA - 33330

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Lainda Rosass


Debt Collections - Debt Collections Scam

my name is Paul Hansen I am calling on behalf of the United coriere service we have been retained to schedule and deliver legal documents to you tomorrow between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM to either your home or place of employment will only be making 2 attempts to deliver these documents which will require a signature as proof of delivery if we are unable to deliver these documents after 2 attempts it will be classified as a failed action to serve which will result depending matter to proceed without your consent if you have any questions or if you need to reschedule the delivery you will need to contact the firm directly at phone number 8667091977A reference or file number please be advised at this call has been logged intimated as proof you have been notified as pending legal matter have a good day

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA - 19114

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Debt Collections

Caller said I owed a debt and was going to send paperwork out to garnish my wages but if I paid 2800.00 it would stop it. They couldnt provide informatio on the debt only that it was from 2017. Its a scam. They called me at work and has been harrasing me.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Pinson, AL, USA - 35126

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Carter and Associates


Online Purchase

When we purchased the item we never received any information about the order. I emailed the email they provided online and they sent a email stating the order number. But when I look and log onto the website it says I have no order. I then emailed them again for a week straight and never heard back from them.

Dollars Lost: $259.5

Victim Location: Hudson, FL, USA - 34669

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Chromeheartsglasses


Online Purchase

AI generated story sight found on facebook.

Dollars Lost: $120

Victim Location: Mount Ephraim, NJ, USA - 08059

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Phishing

They call me about 20 times a day, leaving a message about giving me a loan. They call from all different numbers, but always the same message from RESOLVE LENDING, and the same callback number. It's basically the only call I get on my phone. ALL DAY.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Panorama City, CA, USA - 91402

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Resolve Lending


Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

I received the following via postal mail. Besides the letter, they also had a check for me to deposit in the amount of $9,900.00. Once the check cleared I withdrew $4,900.00 as I was told which was to cover the insurance and attorney fees. I was to break it down into 2 blank envelopes. One was for $2,500.00,, and the other was for $2,400.00. Which left a little over $5,000.00 in my account. Then the bad news started. My bank contacted me and said for some reason the check wasn't playable. So now I'm overdrawn at my bank, with no money to pay my rent plus my house bills. I don't know what I'm going to do. I'm a Senior Citizen with no family to turn to!

Dollars Lost: $2555.5

Victim Location: Hemet, CA, USA - 92545

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Publishers Clearing House - IMPOSTER


Phishing

Says the from wanted to call back to dispute or cancel order

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Murfreesboro, TN, USA - 37129

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Walmart IMPOSTER


Retail Business - Guardian Recovery Services

I am filing this complaint regarding the towing of my husband’s vehicle and the circumstances surrounding the release of the vehicle. On [date], my husband’s vehicle was towed in the early morning hours. We were told by the towing company that the vehicle was towed because there was no parking permit in the vehicle at the time of towing. When we went to retrieve the vehicle, we were informed that payment had to be made in cash. The towing company did not allow us to pay by credit or debit card. We paid the required amount in cash because we needed to recover the vehicle, but no receipt or written documentation was provided confirming the payment. The company’s staff stated that there was no parking permit in the vehicle when it was towed. However, after the vehicle was returned to us, we found the parking permit inside the center console underneath piles of papers. The permit was in fact inside the vehicle. My husband would not have placed the permit underneath those piles of papers, which raises concerns about whether the interior of the vehicle was disturbed or accessed while it was in the towing company’s possession. We also noticed that the vehicle’s window appeared as though someone had attempted to gain entry to the vehicle or had tampered with it. This raised additional concerns about whether the vehicle had been accessed and whether items inside the vehicle had been moved. The towing company indicated that photographs were taken of the vehicle. However, the existence of photographs does not establish when those photographs were taken in relation to the location or condition of the parking permit. We have no way of knowing whether the photographs were taken before or after the vehicle's interior may have been accessed or disturbed. We are therefore requesting that the company provide the original photographs, including their timestamps, so that the sequence of events can be properly understood. We are not claiming to know exactly what happened to the vehicle or who may have moved the parking permit. However, the combination of the window appearing to have been tampered with, the parking permit being found underneath piles of papers in the center console, the company’s claim that no permit was present, the requirement that payment be made in cash, the refusal to accept card payment, and the failure to provide a receipt has caused us serious concern. I am requesting that the company provide an explanation of: Why the vehicle was determined to have no parking permit. Whether the vehicle was accessed, entered, or inspected after it was towed. Whether an inventory or condition report was completed when the vehicle was picked up and when it was released. The original photographs taken of the vehicle, including the date and time they were taken. Whether the photographs show the interior and the location of the parking permit at the time the vehicle was initially towed. Why payment had to be made in cash and why card payment was not accepted. Why no receipt or proof of payment was provided for the cash payment. Whether any damage to the vehicle was documented before the vehicle was towed. I am asking the BBB to document this complaint

Dollars Lost: $399

Victim Location: Saint Paul, MN, USA - 55109

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Guardian Recovery Services


Debt Collections

It seems we have exhausted all resources to try and reach you in regards to a collection matter. There were several attempts by the creditor for you to respond to. This has been our attempt to get intouch with you to handle this account before it deemed a delivered attempt of evading the issue. Contanct Megan Smith if you wish to gather more information. To handle this account call 8666739670

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Nocona, TX, USA - 76255

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Medications CRS


Online Purchase - Shophalvora

I bought an item from them and never received it. I was given a fake tracking number for my item. I was also sent tracking numbers for two other people with their names, emails, and addresses. We all had the same order number.

Dollars Lost: $43.55

Victim Location: Omaha, NE, USA - 68164

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Shophalvora


Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

The blouse they sent was not even close to what they show on their website. Quite frankly, it's hideous and the material is cheap. They are not located in Greenville. They're located in China. They refuse to give you a full refund until you send it back to China, and will not send a postage paid envelope. The buyer has to pay the postage back. They only make offers of giving you a small percentage and/or a credit on their site for additional purchases. No-where on their site does it provide a phone number, nor do they say they are out of China. They mislead by saying they're in Greenville. I'm working with my credit card company, and I have 20+pages of emails back and forth with them, as well as pictures of what I supposedly ordered and what I received which is no-where near what they promised.

Dollars Lost: $49

Victim Location: Front Royal, VA, USA - 22630

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Margo & Ivy Greenville (Margot Whitaker, Greenville, SC)


Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

I received a text message from someone that said I just won a million dollars from the Edwin Castro foundation. So I looked up the foundation to see if this was legit and if Bobby Miller still work with the foundation and then I got an email from [email protected] that said that Bobby Miller no longer work for the foundation because he was scamming clients. So this Michael Freedman person told me to write what was going on in my life and how much would I need to get me back on my feet and I told him 400,000.00.The person emailed me back and said that’s not a problem but I would have to send in administrative fee of 1.2% which would 4,800 and once they received the money then they would release the 400,000.00 and that my correspondence would be through Michael Freedman. So I reached out to the foundation which said you don’t have to send in any money for the foundation to help you and so I went to this website [email protected] and when I wrote to them to see if this Michael Freedman was real. They replied yes he is real and the administrative fee is real and soon as I emailed the [email protected] then this Michael Freedman emailed me again saying we are just waiting on your administrative fee then we will release the funds you asked for. I haven’t sent any money in because I feel like this is a scam so that’s why I am reporting this foundation.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Tomball, TX, USA - 77375

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Edwin castro foundation


Phishing

Caller I’d himself as James Peterson from Publishers Clearing House. He knew my name, month and year of birth and city I lived in. He asked if .i had ever participated in Publishing Clearing House. I said yes, but not in 15+ years. He said that made me a lifetime membership and did I know why he was calling? I told him maybe I won something? He said I was 2nd place winner on $2.5 million dollars. He told me to get a pen ad piece of paper to write down information I would need. He told me to write down PublishersClearing House - Jams Peterson Identification number 21967. My name. Package code # 3925. Claim code # UV21967. Batch # TAB21967. Check # 0570. Registration # I would be total how to acquire at the end 2nd place Mega Million $2.5 million 10-2-26 informed date. Then he asked me to repeat everything he just asked me to write down and it was going to be recorded. I told him No , this was a scam. He asked me how I knew it was a scam and I told him per google it was a scam. PCH does not call winners and I had not ordered from PCH in 20 years. He said they were aware of the scams and this was not a scam I was an actual winner. I hung up.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Jemison, AL, USA - 35085

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Publishers Clearing house


Counterfeit Product - Online Retailer Scam

Product shoes were cheap quality.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Ulysses, PA, USA - 16948

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: ateliersebastian


Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Fake Home Warranty Notice Scam

Received several text messages saying my Home Warranty is about to expire, and I should act right away to renew. They also sent letters in the mail saying the same thing. Over the phone, the point person I spoke with was very fast and would get upset when asked about details or to repeat a statement that I did not understand. I received no receipt and informed that all information will come to me in ten days.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA - 19144

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Golden Protection Group


Debt Collections - Debt Collections Scam

The scammer said that I refused to pay for an Apple Invisible Dog Fence from 2007 to 2013. They said a letter was mailed to me in July, and they said my mailing address. i don't have an invisible dog fence. I asked the scammer the phone number and address for the agency and he said he was the one doing the talking and I don't need that information. It was mentioned that this conversation was being recorded so I said hold on let me record this conversation too. He got mad because I wouldn't let him talk. I tried calling the number back only to be placed on hold and then finally it said the person at this extension was not available.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Martinsburg, WV, USA - 25401

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Brushing Scam

i have received multiple packages to my address, with different people's name on it. They all come from Shawn Luhmann - thru UNIUNI as a shipper. i have tried to report this to UNIUNI but all phone numbers i find have been disconnected, there is not email and teh chatbot is unhelpful. i want to make these packages stop but have no idea how to go about this.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: New Castle, DE, USA - 19720

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam - Unauthorized Charges

I did a web search for Mary Jane shoes. This company came up and the shoes looked and sounded like what my daughter has been looking for. I ordered 2 pair, one in black and one in brown. When I submitted the order I was asked if I would like to add extended warranty for $9.95. I clicked on “No thank you” and it went on to the next screen. I received an email order confirmation but no order #. My debit card was charged for the $122 for 2 pair of shoes plus the additional $9.95 for extended warranty. It was late on a Friday and their support hours were M-F 8-5. So I sent an email to their support email address telling them I didn’t want the extended warranty. That email bounced back to me with an invalid address. On Monday I attempted to call with no answer. I got busy so didn’t try calling again until Friday (now a week after placing the order). Someone did answer and I told him I didn’t want the extended warranty and I haven’t received any shipping info and it has been a week and when I ordered the website said it would be shipped with it 3-5 days from New York. He asked me for my order # and when I told him I don’t have one he hung up. So I called back. A different person answered. When he asked for my order number and I told him I never received one, he told me to check my spam. I did that already so he asked for my email address. After giving him that info, he said it’s an invalid email, did I use a different one. When I told him no, he hung up. This same thing happened a 3rd time. I called a 4th time and a woman answered. I told her this was my 4th call, I haven’t had any resolution to my questions because I’ve been hung up on 3 times. She said this support number handles subscription services for Olive and evy not orders of clothing products. She suggested that I send an email to their [email protected]. I told her I’ve attempted that and it’s an invalid address. She hung up. I disputed the charges with my debit card. Today has been 2 weeks since my order. I received an email saying order is in transit with a tracking number but not telling who the carrier is. I tried putting that number on their website’s “track your order” page and it shows the order is currently being filled. Well, that isn’t “in transit” as the email told me it is. And it has been far more than 3-5 days.

Dollars Lost: $122

Victim Location: Marengo, IL, USA - 60152

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Olive & Evy


Online Purchase

This company sells items but refuses to respond to customers when something is wrong via the methods they provide. I ordered two items and only received one of them. When reached out they never responded and after looking at reviews several other people have experienced the same thing where they get missing, incomplete or damaged items and get no response after having their money taken. Each item I purchased two of is $32, and I was charged a total of $64 and I only received one.

Dollars Lost: $32

Victim Location: Maricopa, AZ, USA - 85138

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: SP Park Ears


Phishing - todayisablessing.robly / Today is a Blessing

phishing emails - unable to unsubscribe, they are spamming me.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: CT, USA - 06511

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: todayisablessing.robly / Today is a Blessing


Online Purchase - Achandise

I purchase a product from Achandise online and it never showed. The tracking information disappeared after stating that it left China. It’s a scam.

Dollars Lost: $30

Victim Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA - 55401

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Achandise


Employment

I Signed up with this company for a job, completed their assessment test and all. completed the 1 month probation period, was told my first check was mailed out. Its been nearly a month and I have not received my pay, also I have not been able to gain access to the system since the end of my probation period. I've been calling and emailing every one I can and I'm not getting any type of response. I have emails and as proof and the system t hey had me using for work but they stopped my access. I also filled out a w-9 form with my social security number on it and other personal information that is now just out in the open for anyone over believing this was a legitimate job.

Dollars Lost: $250

Victim Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA - 19151

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Momenta eCommerce Solutions, LLC


Rental

Mr. Johnny Awauters is a scam claim to own property at 244 West71rst street in Los Angeles he keeps saying that he is the owner of property ask him cloud he met with the keys of the beautiful duplex number 246 kept saying that before we can met he needs the deposit of $260 before he can give the keys talking about he is a private landlord a landlord don’t say things like that period.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA - 90003

Date Reported: October 2, 2026

Business Name Used: Johnny Awauters


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