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I was just sent 2 hair ties out of the blue

I K***** ******* ***** submitted and application for employment with my personal information address and telephone numbers of prior employers my social security number and state id card signed documentation of compensation settlement however Apple One called on the telephone calling by the name of and debra I State your calling Kendra Nolan the office personal then state can you come for and interview on April 17,2026 10:00 AM I state yes the interview never appeared for the interview instead when I walked in the room and 2 undocumented china employee's can inside of and office and sat inside of the office for over 45 minutes in other word my personal information was used to hire to illegal migrants from china instead them apply of United State Citizenship however they even tried to apply for workers compensation at this addresss under my social security number employment development department 130 E, Ortega Street Santa Barbara California 9310###-###-####

I had a call from this company three times leaving a message stating for me to call the number back, so I called the number back and she said that there was a complaint filed against me and but needed to verify my information first, she then proceeded to know my last four digits of my Social Security number, and she knew my date of birth. I did not verify this information and when I refuse, she said that they would take legal action.

First a webpage insertion appeared on my computer, I googled Microscope to get its Fraud Prevention number, called and the scammer answered Microsoft-Fraud Prevention, provided his credentials, and asked reason for my call. From the police I learned that scammers are able to reroute phone calls and this was what he probably did with my call. He asked how he could help, I explained what had happened, he requested if he could see my computer screen to view the problem via legal and public software, Any Desk. I allowed entrance. He described a fraud and hacker prevention program the Microsoft had designed and developed to reduce and eliminate hackers from misusing Microsoft software through a program of encryption to protect client's computerized software and important documents, i.e. financial accounts/records etc. I asked what was the cost for participation; he advised Microsoft had allocated funds in support of the program's mission. If funds were needed such funds would be underwritten fully by Microsoft NO FUNDS from any participating client were to be utilized. He explained on a daily basis he would call for all-day usage of the computer for encryption purposes. NO user names or passwords were required and he daily cautioned me not to try to access the computer as interrupting the encryption could result in rebooting the program and having to begin again from the initial starting point. When I asked for access to my accounts I was shown doctored statements showing what I expected to see to. I found out later the showed me counterfeit documents. In answer to questions raised he took the time to show me data sheets indicating progress made, reduced number of hackers, deletion of "trojan" software, and decreases of Bad Limit. At the end of the day he would call and run through a few things with me and then have me turn off the computer for the night. Each night he cautioned me that using the computer in areas of his work could cause issues and possible restart. Control of my computer was between Jan 20 and Feb 26, 2026. Instead of encryption we found later that he using MY IDENTITY DATA depleted my Home Equity Line of Credit account, transferred the sums to my checking account, wired the money to Wells Fargo Bank in California, went online requesting a credit line increase on my credit cards, converted those funds into Balance Transfers and/or Flex Loans, withdrew 90% of funds from my checking and savings accounts held in my second bank, applied for two out-of-state loans (one app denied and one accepted). He stole well into 6 figures. Proving innocence is difficult. 1. His withdrawals from HELOC Account he deposited directly into my checking account - allowing no connection to himself just implied participation of myself. 2. He provided account information and bank information for the wire transfers but I was the one who signed the disclaimer that the transfer was on the up and up and not a "scam;" once again leaving me holding the bag and he on my phone in my pocket from the time left my home to the bank and back home. I made the misassumption he was protecting Microsoft funds by insuring I did not run off or change the bank accounts to my own. 3. He used only online loan application communications as well as online credit card increase to credit line, thus eliminating voice passwords and other security safeguards common with in-person/vocal applications. Online banking and credit loan applications are evidently handled differently than in-person applications. Proving Identity Theft is very difficult with banks and credit card companies as they were frauded as well with the scammer knowing well how to use on-line applications vulnerable points and extract monies and have directed elsewhere. He moved money quickly and left a complex trail of one credit card company paying off another while the second card company paid off someone else. Police and banks surmised this scammer is very sophisticated in his plan and multiple conversions of money sources. Yes, I reported what happened to the Police, FTC, 2 Banks, 5 Credit Card Companies, Social Security Administration, notified the 4 Credit Bureaus to request "freezing" my accounts and now BBB. Had my computer sanitized, changed passwords and user names on all accounts, and contacted Spectrum TV provider for installation of new modem and router. What is difficult for me to understand is why the credit card companies did not hesitate after seeing a cluster of new Balance Transfers and Flex Loan on many of my credit card accounts provided by the Credit Bureaus reports and not pause and think that the debt was massive for an 81 year-old individual who had an excellent history of creditworthiness so why now asking for such debt and if without a solid reason to proceed with the requested transaction deny the transaction. The eastern loan company did just that and denied the scammer's application. My primary bank did not question the sudden and every other day withdrawals and numerous wire transfers nor VISA card 50K loan (this was denied) but had no hesitation to increase the credit limit supposedly by its long-term customer who primarily did business mostly in-house. What I learned from this experience is under the current system of profit first and people collateral, safeguards are only put up to protect the "entity" not the consumer.

I was looking on Facebook Marketplace and saw the Brights Nest ad. They had several laser engravers with different prices and thought to order one to see how it went and maybe later order a bigger one down the road. I ordered one, paid for it with my debit card and I didn't know it was coming from China. I expected after 10 days to get it. I spoke to Emma Collins, a rep, and she has emailed me a lot and assured me that the product will come soon. She said my address was correct and read it back to me. After about 10 days, I decided to check with BBB on this and found out it is a scam. It says it's sitting in Green Valley, Arizona and it says that my package is undeliverable. This is scam.

Called using a private number without stating buisness/company claiming to be filling a Locate Order.

They used several different names, when I was called the name was Maria Torres and when they called my daughter the name was Sophia Marshall. They stated that I didn't pay them money that was agreed upon. No compliance notice that has been filed against me reference number 95210 and call the office immediately to get a copy of complaint notification that has been filed against you and it can move forward legally without my consent.

Scammers advised I would be able to evaluate services at my own time and be compensated for $750. I would be contacted within 2 weeks. I tried reviewing their website. I could not locate it. Their link says compensation will be $400. I provided name address and phoned number to be contacted in 2 weeks.

I received a voice mail stating I needed to call them back 888-342-9218 referance # 2026 695808 to scheduled a deliver and that they were only going to attempt to contact me 2x before taking additional action if not they were going to proceed without my consent

I was sent an empty package

I received a crumbled up package which apparently has a pair of what feels like a pair of "hair ties" which remains unopened from a Davve Garzaz which has also been received by a multitude of other individuals. I am unaware how this person obtained my mailing and have yet to discover any of my personal accounts being compromised. I have seen other posts claiming that this is a "brushing scam"! If you google this term you will get useful information on what to do and more importantly, WHAT NOT TO DO! It often means that your information was leaked in a data breach!

The broken message said if i dont act it will go criminal.

Unclear what's going on. Received an envelope with two black hair ties and nothing else. Did not expect any kind of mail from this individual.

I responded to an ad for decorative household items. I ordered a Mushroom Garden Quilted Laundry Basket #GFTONT5799. The order took nearly six weeks to arrive but the worst part was that the item was not what I ordered. I emailed them to request a refund and return postage, so I could return the item. The next day, I received a "deeply sorry" AI reply from Zendesk that made little sense but asked for photos of the item I received. I took photos and sent them. The next weirdly worded massage suggested that I accept a 15% discount on my next purchase -- why on earth would I want to made another purchase after the mess with this one?? -- or keep the item and donate it to someone in need. (!) By now it was March and I knew I'd been had. I sent a final email today, before deciding these folks need to be reported.

Received an invoice via mail but did not order or ever do business with this company.

I have several voicemails saying I’m approved to get a buisness loan, never applied for one

Fake website

Their Hypnopixel.com website ask for 7.99 to try on haircuts with your picture as soon as you click on that and use your PayPal which I did or any other credit card or bank account they start scamming you and charging you $19.99 a week there’s no way to stop it. There’s no way to contact them. I’ve contacted their support. It’s a fake but the money keeps coming out so I had to cancel my PayPal card and have them issue another one.

- Deceptive billing/subscription trap. The site advertises a one-time product but hides a $39.95 monthly subscription charge, only disclosed via email after purchase. My bank flagged this as fraud. Additionally, the site's cancellation page is broken, preventing users from opting out of the unauthorized charges - I purchased a one-time product from testlibrary.com (operated by Aura Health LLC). The site used a 'subscription trap'—signing me up for a hidden $39.95 monthly charge that was only revealed in an email after the purchase. My bank flagged the transaction as fraud and blocked it. Their cancellation page is also broken.

I got a text message with the attached photo.

Started receiving collection calls from multiple numbers from Resolve First Financial about an oustanding debt. My credit score is over 800 and I monitor it regularly so I know I have nothing showing in my file. I also added my number to the do not call registry and they continue to call daily. All robot calls with no info other than call the number in the caller ID to discuss the issue with my account. Never heard of these clowns until I started researching them and saw their history as scam artists.

I got an email today from The Geek Squad. It said they would charge 135.99 for a years subscription. I did not order this and do not want this. There number is 1805 707 1894. I have called them 4 times,when they answer after I tell them I did not order this they hang up.

Purchase made April 5, 2025 A tool set in the amount of 175.00 3 messages were sent requesting a call back, product information. Showed delivered in the system, but USPS claims not a trackable number. TRACKING NUMBER: JSEDI0221725813YQ

I ordered 2 bracelets through an advertiser on facebook. I never received the product and after 2 months received a package containing packaging material

I was emailed saying i was acceprted for a loan of 5000$ i got a call. Saying i had to pay a insurance protection plan first. Which i did. Thenbthey asked for more ,which i did. They said my funds would be deposited. I checked my account at time it was 4758.00 over drawn. I called he said it was a glitch. I later checked my account could not get in online. I called bank. And they said i was 3468.00 over drawn. I reported the scam

Received a fake invoice for web monitoring services

I contacted the number on the mail that they sent. They could hardly answer any of my questions and kept saying that my home warranty was expired so I needed to pay it on my own which I knew was not accurate so I kept asking more questions and he kept getting frustrated. Finally, I asked him how much it would be a month and he stopped talking.

Overcharges by landlord confirmed by attorney General of Connecticut

Add in the Facebook about Radartwo 50% discount on the products. This website should do background checks if these companies are legit or not. Only got the names and credit card number

We were told we had a trading account and our money was being invested in stocks by AI. It looked like our account was growing. We were considering a pre IPO purchase of Space X stock for $25,000. We wanted to withdraw the money in the trading account. Our “broker” said he would set that up. Then he said he was going to be out of the office for a week. Now his phone number doesn’t work. We received no money.

I ordered from a website and I just want me money back, I paid and have not received anything not even a letter. Im very upset about it. I done everything on website.

Please call 1833-330-5441 with the VIN number and the current mileage before it's April 29th our records indicate that you have not contacted us regarding the mechanical coverage on the vehicle you purchase recently you are receiving this notice because the limited amount of time has been allotted to the expiration of the vehicle factory warranty coverage by neglecting to replace your coverage you will be that risk of pay of being financially liable for any and all repairs after the factory warranty expires however you still may have time to time left to activate the coverage on this vehicle before it's too late final acceptance is subject to liability is ability to meet eligibility requirements this may be our only attempt to contact you about the additional mechanical repair coverage reserve the right to revoke your eligibility service coverage if you do not meet our criteria call within 5 days to ensure the illegible eligibility sincerely Paul Frederick program coordinator United automotive services

I Was contacted via Craigslist about purchasing some furniture I was selling. I was sent a cashiers check for well over the amount of the furniture, and told I should use the extra amount to pay the movers. When I asked for the name of the moving company and the company‘s contact number, I put the number into Google. The number was already connected to a scam, the moving company doesn’t even exist.

I received a phone call I did not answer because I felt like it was a scam

A lady named Tonya Cruz called and offered me a job to receive packages and ship them back out and I asked her was it a scam she said no then another lady called me Susan to welcome me to the team and then I got my first pack, but this is a scam so a week before they had to pay me they shut down my dashboard

Link for buying neurodyne for 3 times what it costs on amazon claiming it was limited supply and endorsed by Bill Gates. Elaborate video with Bill Gates claiming breakthrough in Alzheimer's research.

2 hairties that my sister did not order were sent to her. And the name came up as scam

This number called and left a message that stated this was "solely intended for Concerning a complaint being filed against your name and social security number to speak with a case manager, please contact our offices at 844-391-1077 during normal business hours. This will serve as a final legal notice regarding your case. You have been notified."

I received a package thru the USPS with just 2 black hair ties in it.

Left voice mail from phone number (540) 898-0045 stating that it was an automatic notification that there was a pre-authorized purchase on my Walmart account for an X Box and an iPad 11 worth $3,499, and if I didn't recognize the purchase to immediate call the fraud department at (970) 303-2043.

I paid 1,655.00 for an extended service contract, for my vehicle, This company American Car Protect, said they would pay for the work I get done they didn't pay one red cent, I paid over 900 dollars for the work done to my Vehicle and over 600 dollars for a rented car that American car protect recommended.I kept calling them they say they will reimburse me and they never did. Still I haven't heard from this fake company as of today.

do not buy off tiktok ads !

Online high end merchant website advertising goods advertising HASSLE-FREE RETURN Easily return in 30 days if unsatisfied. Hat ordered says handmade in Ecuador and trimmed in the USA. Cheap damaged straw hat showed up and labeled "Made In China." When I contacted their customer service about the situation, and wanting to exersize the "Hassle-Free return" they said to get a refund I would have to pay to ship the hat back to China, or they could give me 50% off what I paid and I could donate the hat to someone.

I received a call threatening legal action and ended with good luck.

I received a package from the USPS with a single black hair band inside.

I received a call for a work from home job repackaging and redistributing packages for “Globalspan Couriers”. It’s very fishy and I don’t trust it so I didn’t give them my information. The name of the guy and his voice certainly did not match

Received an empty envelope from Davve Garzaz. Others are reporting that they received a single hair tie or an empty envelope like mine. Very strange.

This is Olivia from Walmart Order verification, a pre-authorized purchase of $919.45 for a PlayStation 5 and 3D headset has recently been placed on a Walmart account registered in your name and phone number. If you did not make this purchase, press one now to cancel the order or immediately

We ordered dog supplements that never arrived. I have tried chatting with the chat box. I have emailed, with no resolution or answers. I have tried to call the number multiple times and I have left multiple messages with no response. I have no recourse, as they took the money over two months ago and I still have not received the product.

I signed up on Personality.co and paid $1.95 CAD to access my personality test results. At no point during the signup process was it clearly disclosed that this payment would enroll me in a recurring monthly subscription of $49.95 CAD. No confirmation email or clear terms were presented indicating an ongoing billing arrangement. I was subsequently charged $49.95 CAD per month for three months — a total of $149.85 CAD — without my informed consent. Upon discovering these charges, I cancelled the subscription and contacted the company requesting a full refund, which has not been resolved. I believe the signup process was intentionally misleading, designed to obscure the subscription terms from customers.