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I was sent an email from a recruiter, George Bernard (imposter), after applying for jobs through Career Builder and Indeed. I was instructed to contact Natalie Ballard through Microsoft Teams for the next step on the interview process, A two part extensive interview was completed before moving forward with a third interview and job description I was accepted to proceed further. A check was then sent to me priority USPS with tracking number to purchase the equipment and software needed for the home office to input client healthcare information contracted by the state for Estia Health Firm retirement communities. The check sent to me was from Cable and Wireless Technologies, Inc (imposter). with a note from Mr. John Lewis and additional instructions to copy all expenses spent and report to Natalie Ballard to account for all money, time and compensation for payroll. After depositing the check, 5/3 froze my accounts, flagged it for fraudulent activity and all funds made unobtainable until the investigation is closed. A returned check fee will be due on my end. This also means that all personal money in other accounts I owned through 5/3 will be unavailable through Christmas and moving to a home for my family will cease for the time being. Merry Christmas. The bank has decided to terminate all good standing accounts I own through them due to high risk.

Dollars Lost

$4815

Targeted Person's Location

KY, USA- 40214

Scammer Information
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Placentia, CA- 92870

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Unknown Email

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Unknown Phone Number

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Unknown URL

Scam Type

Employment

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Business name

Cable Wireless Technologies Inc Impostor

Date Reported

December 17, 2022

Scam ID

659523


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