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Description

I was talking to George Strait on Social Media and I received a private message from what appeared to be from Ellen DeGeneres that wanted to send me $50,000 to help pay bills etc from her ongoing give away, they sent me the FedEx delivery details for the money and a new refrigerator. I was warned about any impersonators, and given security instructions, along with serial numbers etc. I was instructed to purchase an Apple gift to cover shipping, once purchased I was instructed to send a picture of it to activate the winnings. This was a month ago and then today they contacted me with an employment opportunity to do data entry working from home, they sent me a proposal to help me working for the helping hands program. They said they would supply with everything needed to do the work, all you have to do is set up a P&C account and before you start work you will receive a payment to purchase account software. They asked for $20 for the software.

Dollars Lost

$50

Targeted Person's Location

TX, USA- 76309

Scammer Information
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Unknown Location

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Scam Type

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

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Business name

Helping Hands Program Imposter / George Strait Imposter Social Media Advance Fee Employment and Gift Card Scam

Date Reported

May 2, 2025

Scam ID

979534


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