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**SCAM REPORT: Komedex.com (Operator: Long Islanc N.V.)** This is an elaborate phishing and advance-fee scam targeting victims via social media. The site is operating without a verifiable license and is demanding payment to release fake winnings. **1. Lure/Phishing Method:** * Initial contact was an unsolicited Instagram DM from a low-follower account usina a suspicious short link tinyurl.com/verifydebt) and an Elon Musk crypto giveaway as bait. **2. Fraudulent Licensing Claims:** * The site uses an **unclickable seal** for the Curacac Gaming Control Board (GCB) * The site features a fake "Certificate" under the name of the 'CGA (Curaçao Gaming Authority)" claiming a license granted on 09/06/2025. This is a fabricated document meant ta deceive. * The operator, Long Island N.V. (Reg 157372), has corporate details linked to other flagged scam reports **3. Advance-Fee Trap:** * The account was credited with an illusorv balance of **$7,538.20** to create perceived value * The site then demanded a **$60 deposit** to "verify the account" and unlock the withdrawal. This is the final stage of the advance-fee scam * The user did not lose any money but is reporting to prevent further victims.

Targeted Person's Location

CA, USA - 90024

Scammer Information
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Unknown Location

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Unknown Email

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Unknown Phone Number

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www.komedex.com

Scam Type

Phishing

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Business name

Komedex

Date Reported

December 11, 2025

Scam ID

1128798


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