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I received a message on my cell phone yesterday. The call came from Paul Thomas 440-390-3761. Compliance Officer Legal Courier Services. Affiliated with Fort Merit Bank. They left a message and I called them back. They also called my fathers voice mail. . He threatened to press charges. Pending investigation. Stated I had overdrawn my account at First Merit Bank. He said I never paid overdraft amount before it transferred to Huntington I never heard of this. They confirmed my birthday and address. They were going to send me a letter That is how I would be served to pay the money in court. Trying to collect $2000. I wanted to report the call.

Targeted Person's Location

OH, USA - 44121

Scammer Information
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Unknown Location

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(440) 390-3761

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Unknown URL

Scam Type

Bank/Credit Card Company Imposter

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Date Reported

July 27, 2023

Scam ID

736028


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