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I was notified by Chime that an attempt was made to withdraw $2000 from my account. There wasn't that much in there. The text message said that Chime would be calling in a few minutes. This didnt alarm me since i had some previous experience with Chime calling. The scammers called and gave all the right information. I was transferred to a "fraud" agent. Again, all the right information was given. He explained about the attempted withdrawal. I told him my cards were all locked and all money was in savings. He said they needed to protect the money by withdrawing it and placing in a safe account. The money would be redeposited this week. I was so overwhelmed i believed him, there again, he was giving all the right information. The money was depousted into a John Clock account with a disput trial number attached. Still seemed legit. He started talking about a ghost payment which i couldn't follow and i saw a transfer to this John Clock for gift. Thats when i got suspicious. When i started questioning the actions, the call ended. I have since contacted the Chime Institute and this matter is being investigated by them. Scammers have either worked or work with these businesses which give them a leg up. They know what to say and what to do. $700 may not seem like alot, but I'm 69 and on limited income. I dont want someone else going thru this. I would say any online banking or pay service is a target.