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I revived an email with the following content: Set up your PayPal account profile Account Notice: A recent activity of $983.75 transaction was recorded with a new profile. If this was not your action, reach us at +1(805) 500-8413. If correct, you can disregard this alert. Auto pending bill accepted from this account.Your New Account added you to the Crypto Wallet account. Your user ID: receipt34538 Use this link to finish setting up your profile for this account. The link will expire in 24 hours.

Targeted Person's Location

PA, USA- 15146

Scammer Information
Scammer location logo

Unknown Location

Mobile logo

(805) 500-8413

Web logo

paypal.com

Scam Type

Phishing

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Business name

PayPal

Date Reported

September 3, 2025

Scam ID

1051806


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