Description

I am formally disputing a Zelle payment of $100 made on September 12, 2025 to Chico Stacos Catering (Phone: 714-910-7196 later indentified as Gabe). I believe this business is operating fraudulently and scamming customers. Zelle payment was sent to 714-618-5923 under the name SALLY FUERTE. Here are the facts: I was aggressively solicited by this catering company through repeated texts. Once I sent my $100 deposit, communication stopped almost immediately. They failed to confirm the event details (location, menu, balance due) and refused to provide any documentation of services. After researching further, I discovered numerous reviews from other victims reporting identical issues: last-minute cancellations, failure to provide services, refusal to refund deposits, and excuses such as “flat tires” or “car trouble.” This is a clear pattern of fraudulent behavior and not an isolated issue. Services were never provided, and the business has no intention of delivering what was promised. I request that this transaction be reversed/refunded under fraud protections, as I was misled and scammed. I am happy to provide: Proof of payment via Zelle. Screenshots of my communication with the company. Public reviews from other customers showing the same fraudulent conduct. Please let me know the next steps in your investigation. Thank you for your prompt assistance.