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Dear Customer, You have received $80.00 USD. This is to inform you that you have received an online money transfer from Venmo. We have a problem crediting your account with the sum of $80.00 USD because the buyer labeled the payment as ‘Business” and the status of your account is not a business account. To get your account upgraded, you need to contact the buyer to send you an additional payment of $500.00 USD. into your account so it can expand your limit and also get your account upgrade automatically. As soon as you complete the process your account will be credited with $580.00 USD immediately. CONTACT THE BUYER TO SEND YOU AN ADDITIONAL $500.00 USD TO PROCESS THE PAYMENT. ***IMPORTANT NOTE*** This is due to new policies at Venmo to protect both the buyer and the seller in the face of the growing number of fraudulent activities perpetrated via the internet. Your payment is intact. You are encouraged to complete this transaction. Here at Venmo, you can be assured that your security and safety is our topmost concern. This payment is on hold and requires attention, contact support for assistance: +1(805)209-9739 Team Venmo.
Targeted Person's Location
IN, USA - 46074
Scam Type
Other
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Business name
Venmo Impostor
Date Reported
September 15, 2025
Scam ID
1059423
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