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Worthless Problem-solving Service
I was charged $100 dollars to be verified and for a background check which was required to receive payments. I was told I would have a better chance on their site if I was verified. In the past 2 months I have received 1 inquiry and it was a scam, a person asking to move off the platform, which I told them I would be terminated if I did that. However, I was told I could not get a refund because I used their services. Which is not the case. I paid the $100 to receive payments and I have received 0.
Dollars Lost: $100
Victim Location: RI, USA - 02852
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: WyPaw
Phishing
This report is about a scammer team that is behind the phone number +15104004754, which has been impersonating an immigration attorney from IMS Immigration Solution, defrauding people who are looking for legal assistance in immigration services. Collecting PII and large amounts of money for the supposed legal services.
Dollars Lost: $10000
Victim Location: Norcross, GA, USA - 30071
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: IMS Immigration Solution
Online Purchase
Listed price $3 when I went to check out it showed $39.99; bait and switch did not honor the law of the marked price; would not let me take a picture and then proceeded to close the store on me
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA - 90048
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Classic Toys Studio City
Government Agency Imposter
When you get on the government website to renew your passport somehow the application ends up going to a third party.. twice now i thought i was on the official website.
Dollars Lost: $2.15
Victim Location: Santa Cruz, CA, USA - 95060
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Gov assisit
Online Purchase
I hired this publisher based on reviews. They seemed legit at the time, however over time i noticed their editor was creating mistakes not fixing them. They said they would send me copyright info - they never did. They said they would provide access to my book account on Amazon - they never did. They asked for $6100 for printing fees's on Barnes and Noble - I learned this was a scam.
Now they are pressuring me to remove my credit card dispute and threatening me.
Dollars Lost: $6600
Victim Location: Reno, NV, USA - 89523
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Cedar Publishers
Online Purchase - Online Purchase
I would like to report a potentially misleading online retailer.
Website: https://watteimall.com/products/16071768329841790608183120
The product was advertised as a “large capacity box.” However, I received two small plastic bags containing a minimal quantity of product (approximately 200 grams including packaging). 63$ cost
Additionally:
The product had no expiration date
No ingredient list or labeling
No description indicating what the product actually is
This makes it unsuitable and unsafe for consumption
I attempted to leave a review on the website, but it requires account registration, which may limit transparent customer feedback.
I am not requesting reimbursement. I am submitting this report to help prevent misleading advertising and protect other consumers.
Dollars Lost: $63
Victim Location: AB, CAN - T2Y 4B6
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: https://watteimall.com/
Online Purchase
This is a FAKE company they sends absolute CRAP products and DOES not have a working number or email as they provide. it is ALL deceptive. They operate under many different names I suspect. There is NO WAY to contact them after a purchase is made. I feel completely ashamed that I fell for it!
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA - 90066
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Emme Mae
Debt Collections
Transcript: Hello this urgent message is intended for ******.If this is you, please press one now or hold for message. My name is Mrs. Clark with payment processing the reason for my call today is to verify the address we have on file as we are preparing to file documentation in your case our department has made several attempts to get in contact with you via mail and also phone calls both of which were unsuccessful. Our client has flagged you as evasive and noncompliant in order to avoid further penalty. Please contact us immediately at 409-761-7631 again you can press one now to be transferred to a live agent or call us back at 409-761-7631. Thank you and good luck.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Inglewood, CA, USA - 90304
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: N/A
Utility
First contact by phone offering solar power installation. Appointment set up for next day. Scammer presented as Antonio Russo. He drove a black Dodge Ram pickup with Riv on vehicle. Not a magnetized sticker. He said I had to decide in 24 hours and all dealings would be through him. He got my phone email and last four of ssn. He texted link to website and my phone indicated “tracker blocked” when I clicked on it.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Oakland, CA, USA - 94619
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Riv Solar
Phishing
Hey, this is Donovan Monroe. I called your phone twice but for some reason your phone is going straight to voicemail. The reason why I'm calling is because I have some documents that are being tied directly to your social, and all state issued IDs that you may possess. It also says on here that an asset search is also being conducted too. So if you receive this message and you have not received a red folder or green folder of documents in the mail, you need to contact me in my office as soon as possible. Now, I will have a notary in the office later today to sign and stamp all paperwork. Now I do understand that this message is somewhat vague. But at the same time, I don't feel comfortable leaving results of a private matter on a voicemail box that can be overheard by a 3rd party or another person. So once again, this is Donovan. I'm leaving the office about 90 minutes earlier than usual today for my daughter's soccer tournament, which actually begins later this afternoon. So again, when you receive this message, just reach out to me and I'm going to explain everything to you in a simple way for you to understand and obviously make the best decision. Take care.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: South Gate, CA, USA - 90280
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Donovan Monroe
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
I ordered a jacket advertised on instagram page @f**kuuniversity. I went to the website and purchased it January 13th for 170$, it has been 5 months and no answer I have emailed, texted this seller on multiple apps and have not gotten any reply. I have checked the comments and there are plenty of people going through the same issue as me.
Dollars Lost: $170
Victim Location: NY, USA - 10039
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: F**k U University
Phishing - elastic.com
I received the following email.
Well, hello there, Harmony Ovnicek
I hope this email finds you well, but it is important that we have a conversation regarding the recent activities on your device and how they may impact your life. Please give me your full attention for a moment as I explain.
Let's get straight to the point.
We've kn?wn each other for a while, at least ? kn?w.
A few m?nths ago, ? gained access to your device, including your internet history and webcam. And ? captured s?me f?otage (with audi?) ?f y?u masturbating while watching a highly c?ntroversial "adult" movies.
It's unlikely you would want your family, colleagues, or contacts to see these videos. We are also prepared to release this data on multiple public websites, which would permanently damage your reputation.
If you think I'm joking, simply reply to this email and we will send one of the pictures to your contacts using your own device and your phone number: 5097147391.
? also plan to release these data on many websites and exp?se the real you. At this stage, it will be imp?ssible to und? it.
You may ask how did ? do that?
You all?wed my ransomware t? y?ur device. After that, ? gained remote access to it. After infecting ?ne device, ? was able t? access all ?ther devices and y?ur WiFi netw?rk with?ut any issue.
?'ll just lay ?ut a c?nditi?n for you n?w. A little payment t? save y?ur reputation is a fair deal.
Transfer exactly 2,O49 USD (US Dolla.rs) , in btc ( 0.026 ) , to the wallet provided below. This is the way to ensure your privacy is protected.
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delete spaces and copy this wallet - ? 1EHxe bo6jg EQx4zBPAc2qfCL4MgAxX Dcro
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This is a small fee to pay to prevent any future issues. Once the payment is received and confirmed, We will permanently delete the software from your devices, delete all the data that we have collected, and you will not hear from us again.
You have 48 hours - ?'ll be n?tified as so?n as you ?pen this email, and fr?m then on it's a countd?wn.
If you are unfamiliar with how to send the payment to the provided address, do a quick search for "Pay,Bis , Bit,Pay , Moon,Pay , Change,lly, Coin,Base" , or else use Crypto ATM ( Google it )
This message was sent by Elastic. Go to Elastic.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Reardan, WA, USA - 99029
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: elastic.com
Online Purchase
Flower delivery services charged me $146.68 (I had a$20 online coupon which discounted ftom original charge of $166.68) for a spray containing roses snd lillies but delivered a vase of carnations. I ordered a spray with a banner "beloved husband" which they confirmed order, but did not deliver. The vase of carnations, with no banner, looked nothing like the spray of flowers I ordered. I called them to complain, and they offered a 25% discount.
Dollars Lost: $146.68
Victim Location: Pacific, MO, USA - 63069
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Blossom Flower Delivery
Online Purchase - Online Purchase
March 22,26 I ordered a $9.99 couch off a ad on tik tok page named shop by Niroma and it took me to a different website called LUMENSALES.COM/CHECKOUT so once entered my information, the Website wouldn't load to the confirmation of my order part of the process .The company that said they were LUMEN took a payment of $17.99 for the $9.99 couch and $7.99 for shipping protection paid out to cash app name BLASTUP LITTLE DOG CARE. So I immediately emailed the email on their website [email protected] and a guy named James sent me a link to my confirmation and told me if that didn't work then sent me another link and told me I could track my order with that number and link he sent me. He said I could use my email or order number that he emailed me. A whole month goes by I've been emailing almost everyday because I'm not getting updates. Never got response. But then the updates came all at once at the same time 3.49am and 11.49pm and the updates were several delivery attempted saying nobody was home to sign for the package but I was there on the date they said they came then another saying the carrier couldn't find my address because of wrong building number or access code which I live in a circle with no fence and they had just said a day before they came to my house but nobody was here so another lie then the 3rd attempt was the truck broke down and they had to put my package on a different truck and it would be delivered again the next day. Then the 4th delivery attempt was the roads were closed because of a local event more lies then the final delivery attempt was delivered to my neighbor and they left a note. I had emailed them every day asking for the name of the carrier who was delivering my package because on the website it said either FedEx or UPs. Never got a response I even asked for a tracking number never got a response. It's may 7th and still I haven't got my couch or a response. I asked the 5 houses in my circle who I'm very close with they would have called me if they would of got my package but they have gates to their land. So they keep a storage cabinet for deliveries and my package was never found.
Dollars Lost: $17.99
Victim Location: Del Valle, TX, USA - 78617
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Shop by Nimora LUMEN and VICVIL LLC
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
I received a small plastic bag as a package in my mailbox. I opened it and there is just another piece of plastic paper with an ups label on it.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Sauk Rapids, MN, USA - 56379
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
Other
On 10/1/2024 I had an in office nasal procedure performed. I was given a light sedative while I was filling out paperwork in the waiting room. I filled out the paperwork and went back for the quick in and out procedure. I was told I didn’t need a follow up and I didn’t owe a payment. In August of 2025 I began receiving bills from Valley ENT stating I had a balance of $2895.00. I immediately called the clinic and was told that this was a portion not paid by my insurance, so I contacted my insurance provider and I was told they in fact paid the entire bill. My insurance BCBS Federal then called Valley ENT to find out why I had a balance due. Valley ENT told BCBS that this bill was for services not covered by insurance. I called Valley ENT and asked for a breakdown of what was done that was not covered and why was I just hearing about this. The receptionist told it I signed a paper stating I would pay for any charges not covered by my insurance and that I signed it right before I entered the doctors office. I stated I had zero relocation of this because I had been given a sedative, but I still wanted to see what was done that isn’t covered. I have called numerous times requesting this and have yet to receive it from Valley ENT. In April 2026 I received a call from a debt collector Professional Credit Service, I informed them that I would not pay the bill until I received the bill breakdown. On May 5 2026 I received a bill from Professional Credit Service and it included the Description of Service from Valley ENT, however, the breakdown lists multiple things done with a price and a date of 10/1/2024. Then there is a line that has a date of 8/18/2025 with a description of NON COVERED SERVICE BY INSURANCE. I called Professional Credit Service and explained that this bill further explains my belief of fraudulent charges by Valley ENT. I receptionist told me she would make not of it and I told her I would not pay until I received a breakdown of what was done that insurance would not cover. I further explained that asking a patient as they are walking into the doctors office AFTER taking a sedative is not proper practice.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Saint Simons Island, GA, USA - 31522
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Valley ENT PC Green Valley
Other
When making an initial purchase from Truehealthic, they automatically started charging our credit card $49.99 a month until we could figure out how to cancel. When I called to dispute & get a refund, they hung up on me.
Dollars Lost: $399.96
Victim Location: Indio, CA, USA - 92201
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Truehealthic
Moving
I hired Piano Movers Nashville to move a piano from one house to my apartment. The mover sent me multiple incorrect invoices until we figured it out. I sent a deposit to book the moving appointment, and we set a time for a few days later. The moving day came and the time slot passed; I called him and he said he was delayed a couple hours because he was arguing with a client; a couple hours later I called again and he pushed it again by a couple hours. I called one last time and cancelled the appointment and was told he would refund immediately. I waited a couple hours and he said he would pay in the morning. Mid-afternoon he said his guy was going to pay me, but when I tried to call his worker, his "wife" texted back saying he was in court. I have still not received my refund, despite all attempts.
Dollars Lost: $125
Victim Location: Nashville, TN, USA - 37209
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Piano Movers Nashville
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
So far I have received 3 packages from the same name and address. 2 with just label paper in them and then today a piece of a cardboard box.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Crestview, FL, USA - 32536
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
Phishing - Federal Motor Carrier Compliance department.
We recently applied for a DOT number, while the number is free, registering for the number to be activated is not. Within seconds of finishing the application for the DOT number I get a call from a from a 202 number which flashes across my phone screen with the number and the name "USDOT" and "Federal Carrier". I thought it was someone calling me back from the actual Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration since I had attempted to call them for help earlier in the day and prompted for a return call since the call volume was pretty high and wait times were long. In the meantime I did what I could online. When I spoke with Krystal Hernandez she represented herself as an employee of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, I asked a few times if the process I was going through with her was required, she said yes. I asked her if what she was doing was required, she again said yes. Krystal had all of our information which was available online due to us having a new DOT number. She stated they needed to go over my application to make corrections, she knew information on my application and was reading it back to me. Krystal does not indeed work for FMCSA, she works for a 3rd party called DOT Compliance and Regulations. I called back and asked to speak with a supervisor and the "supervisor" she transferred my call to (Brianna) was just another employee that misrepresented herself as a manager (I asked her if she was a manager and she said yes) . Brianna, the manager I was transferred to again told me that the process I was going through was required, that everyone that applies for a DOT number goes through them and that FMCSA submits our information to them directly for processing and registrations. This is ABSOLUTEKY not true. DOT Compliance and Regulations charges people to file documents that could easily be filed on their own. They do not work with FMCSA, are not contracted with FMCSA and are not outsourced by FMCSA to do any of the work or filings that are necessary. I called them back yet a 3rd time to request refund for the $1019.00 I had already paid and to tell them that the $700.00 for our biannual filing would not be paid to them since they kept insisting on payment for that. They attempted to scare me into allowing them to continue to process with them. I have recording of them agreeing to refund my money but so far nothing has shown back up in my account. I have filed a charge back with my bank to recoup my funds.
Dollars Lost: $1019
Victim Location: Salem, OR, USA - 97305
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Federal Motor Carrier Compliance department.
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
This person log on my account and generator a purchase of items that I did not authorize or request the items are little packages, green and white packages coming through the UPS service look like Lil season packs
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Columbia, SC, USA - 29229
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
Phishing - Document Delivery Phone Phishing Scam
The caller (named "Lucy") claimed to have papers and insisted on a callback regarding an urgent matter without specifying what the matter was or why papers were sent or why the matter even required papers. It has been a voice mail message so routine, in fact, that I'm sure it's canned and designed purely to verify a phone number can A) call back, and B) possibly reciprocate identifiable information.
The call occurred 1:26pm on 05-05-2026, but multiple calls have been ongoing for the past six or so years since I started using a cell phone.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: MA, USA - 01568
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: N/A
Phishing - Phishing
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
We are delighted to share a unique and generous opportunity made possible by Nancy Whitsel. As part of a personal downsizing effort, Nancy has graciously offered to donate a collection of high-quality technology and musical instruments that formerly belonged to her late husband. These items are available at no cost to members of our community.
Available Items:
Technology:
Apple Vision Pro (2023)
MacBook Pro, 14-inch (2023)
iPad Pro, 11-inch (2023)
HP Spectre x360 14 (OLED)
24-inch iMac with Apple M4 Chip, 10-Core CPU/GPU, Gigabit Ethernet (Silver)
Samsung 65-inch QLED 8K Smart TV
PlayStation 5 Console (Disc Edition)
Xbox Series X – 2TB Galaxy Special Edition
Photography & Audio Equipment:
Leica S (Typ 007) Digital SLR Camera
Sony A7R V Mirrorless Camera
Marantz Vintage Stereo System
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A9 Speaker
Musical Instruments:
Yamaha Baby Grand Piano (2014)
Three guitars
One handcrafted violin
Home Appliances:
Thermador Masterpiece Series 30-inch Double Wall Oven
How to Request an Item:
Individuals interested in any of the items listed above are invited to contact Nancy Whitsel directly using the information below:
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
832 884 0804
Important Information:
No Cost: All items are being offered free of charge.
Shipping: Recipients are responsible for any shipping or delivery arrangements and associated costs.
Availability: Items will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Early inquiries are encouraged.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Nancy Whitsel for her remarkable generosity and community spirit. Her thoughtful contribution provides a meaningful opportunity for others to benefit from these exceptional items.
*Alias Nancy Jones
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: BC, CAN - V5Y 2A6
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Nancy Whitsel
Advance Fee Loan
I received a call from Shawn, at 773-231-8673, a Lightstream impostor offering me a $10,000 loan. I sent him all of my banking info. He sent a loan approval email for an unsecured loan. He told me to go to Walmart and buy him gift cards, but the cashier told me not to buy the cards. He was on the phone saying not to tell her that I was tlaking to him. I gave him a copy of my driver's license and my banking information. They let a check go through even though my balance was seventeen cents. I went to my bank to file a fraud affidavit. The bank closed my account and say I owe them $7,000.00. Cashapp has blocked me as well.
Dollars Lost: $7000
Victim Location: Delaware, OH, USA - 43015
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Lightstream Impostor
Phishing
Hi, I am looking for ______, This is Terry with the processors office. I am calling on behalf of service pending at your place of employment legal notice to validate was mailed to you over a month ago and there was no response. This is your opportunity to address the matter before it proceeds please contact the mitigation office immediately at 855-855-0286 regarding case LGT 260-4697 for this call you are hereby notified not…”
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Long Beach, CA, USA - 90809
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Regarding Case LGT 260-4697
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
I received an unsolicited package that arrived already torn open. Inside, there was no product—only the backing from thermal-printed UPS labels. I never placed any order, and the sender’s intent seems deceptive.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Jonesville, VA, USA - 24263
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
I received a small empty, bubble-mailer pouch, that was empty. I have received this 4 different times now, from this same individual.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Billings, MT, USA - 59102
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
Home Improvement - Ricardo Garcia Munoz
We payed in advance, this guy name Ricardo Garcia Muñoz promised us that he will do a great Job. We payed 2,150 dollars and he didn’t do anything. He was procrastinating everything. He asked us for more money because it wasnt enough for the materials. He stopped answering our calls and just disappeared. This is just to report this guy. Dont want anybody to go through this. Thank you!
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: San Elizario, TX, USA - 79849
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Ricardo Garcia Munoz
Online Purchase - Shark/Ninja
Website mimics brand Shark/Ninja but is not affiliated with them (called customer service to confirm). Ordered blender and received confirmation email, but no blender after a month. When I emailed to request shipping/tracking info, they initially responded with a tracking number that matched no known form of tracking number. Tried emailing or submitting a request through their provided contact info, email bounced back. Email provided with the confirmation email also bounced back on second and following tries.
Dollars Lost: $59.99
Victim Location: Lacey, WA, USA - 98503
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Shark/Ninja
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
Description
I received an unsolicited USPS Priority Mail package containing two cheap hair ties from “Dave Garza/Garzaz” at 70 E Hawthorne Ave, Valley Stream, NY. I did not order anything from this sender and no payment was made by me. After researching the sender and address online, I found multiple reports linking this name/address to possible brushing scams and fake package schemes involving empty or low-value items sent through USPS. The package appeared in the Shop app with valid USPS tracking information. I am reporting this to help warn others who may receive similar unsolicited packages.
Targeted Person's Location
VA, USA - 23233
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Winter Garden, FL, USA - 34787
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam
Two packeges, so far, have been delivered to our address. The first contained a piece of cardboard with tape on it. The second hasnt been opened but seems like it has something in it.. both addressed to my husband. Both with usps tracking info
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: NJ, USA - 07419
Date Reported: May 7, 2026
Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz
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