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Employment - Employment scam

I applied to a Content Moderator role. RED FLAG # 1. I received an auto generated email in Russian, "?????? ???????? ?????? ??????" which is Russian for “Error loading the text of the message.” Shortly afterward, I received an email from a "David Barnett" from the HR Team requesting that I respond to an additional set of questions to advance to the interview stage. Copying and pasting emails further below. RED FLAG #2. I followed up with a response and a few days later, received the same email with the same request to answer the same set of questions. I pointed out that I already had, and resent the responses. "David" then followed up to request dates/times I would be available for an interview and after I responded with my availability, he confirmed the interview, and indicated that the calendar invite would be forthcoming. After two days passed without receiving the calendar invitation, I became suspicious and reached out requesting information to prepare for the interview such as where I could find the names and bios of the executive leadership team, testimonials from the startups the company supports, etc. because none of this information appears on the website. RED FLAG #3. That email went unanswered. RED FLAG #4. I hadn't yet received a calendar invitation for the interview on the very day it was scheduled. Instead, twenty minutes after the interview was supposed to have started, I received an email with "Final Interview" in the subject line which was strange because I had been interviewed zero times. RED FLAG #5. The email invited me to access the meeting via a hyperlink without providing the meeting login credentials separately like people do for Zoom and Google Meet. I don't know what they're up to, but this is not how a legitimate company conducts itself. Email #2 Hi ---, Thank you for submitting your application for the remote Content Moderator position. We truly appreciate the time you took to apply and are excited to learn a little more about you. Before we schedule a call, could you please reply to this email with short answers to the following four questions? It should take no longer than 5-7 minutes. 1. What interests you most about working with a platform that supports Latin American startups and entrepreneurs? 2. How many hours per week are you able to commit to content moderation, and do you have full availability during U.S. Eastern Time business hours (9 AM - 6 PM ET)? 3. On a typical day, how comfortable are you reading and evaluating 200-400 user comments or posts? 4. Have you ever moderated online communities before (even informally or as a volunteer)? If yes, briefly tell us about it. Once we receive your answers, we will get back to you within 48 hours to set up a quick 20-minute video call with our Community team. Thank you again, and we look forward to hearing from you! Email # 3 Date: [8 december] Time: [13:00 PM ET] You'll receive a meeting invitation in your email before the meeting starts. Looking forward to chatting with you! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Best regards, David Barnett HR Specialist Mundo Venture Email #4 Hi Candidate, Please accept our apologies for the delay. We encountered some minor technical issues on our end, but everything is resolved and we are ready to begin now. The interview will be hosted on Cisco Webex. For stability, please use the Corporate Desktop Version of the application to join. We are waiting for you in the room: [Webex Link] See you shortly. Best regards, David Recruitment Team

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Miami, FL

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Mundo Venture


Online Purchase

Thyroid support ad in Facebook (I should have known better). Didn’t want to commit long term, so purchased 3 pack only. Product took many weeks and didn’t arrive, emailed them and they said to wait. Finally asked for refund, they said their policy has just changed to “no refunds”. Money gone, no product. Week? Later got the product finally, foreign packaging, no mfg or distributor listed on bottles or boxes, font so small on labels is not legible. Tossed it since something felt “off”. Two weeks later on a Saturday, get email that they were going to charge my CC the next day for “my subscription”. What? Tried many ways to contact them, but no phone number. Emailed via website, replied to previous emailed to cancel this! No reply as of Monday 9 am PST, and now they emailed that I have been charged and my subscription order has been placed. Emailed again just now, doubt they will reply and do the right thing at this point. Lesson learned :(

Dollars Lost: $52

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Peak Form Nutrition


Online Purchase - Product Not Received/No Refund/Unauthorized Charges

My sister requested a specific game for my niece for Christmas, and sent a link to their site. It took several days of trying for the transaction to go through, but they seemed like a small outfit so I figured they just weren't very tech savvy. But that was the first time my hackles went up. I should have listened to my instincts, especially when I saw they went out of their way to provide their Tax ID info on their Contact Us page. Anyway, item never shipped, so I emailed them to check on my order and never got a response. In the meantime, we saw several transactions from a random scooter business in LA, which is definitely also a scam because we looked it up. The transactions were around $1k total. We disputed them. But I didn't put the two together until I tried calling their customer service this morning after my email went unanswered, and it went to voicemail after a single ring twice in a row. Finally looked it up and saw yeah, it's a scam.

Dollars Lost: $1000

Casper, WY- 82609

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Open Efforts Corporation d.b.a. Babies Mall


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

Deceptive pricing: Signed up believing I was paying a one-time fee of $0.99 for a single fax. Instead, I was enrolled in a subscription plan that automatically charged them $19.95 a few days later. They offer no phone number to contact with, I did not authorize that charge only the $0.99 for sending the initial fax.

Dollars Lost: $19.95

San Francisco, CA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: faxlyapp


Online Purchase - Product Not Received/No Refund

I was looking for a baby item online one day and when I searched Google for a baby jumper, Babies-mall.com was the first website to pop up. They had a “sale” for items that I needed and I went through with making the purchase of $37.73 via a “buy now, pay later” app, Klarna. Not thinking anything of it, when I tried to make the payment on babies-mall.com, it declined despite me having the money. The second time, it went through successfully. It was when I went through the Klarna app to verify, that I notice two different names for this website for the payment. All of this happened on Nov. 7, 2025. I have then been trying to contact and email the merchant regarding my order. I have not received any update, refund, package, or anything from this websites babies-mall.com. The problem not email I received was an order confirmed email. And now when I check the website for a status update, it says “no order found”. I have more evidence, but am only allowed to upload one document. I can send all proof that I have regarding this scam website.

Dollars Lost: $37.73

Casper, WY- 82609

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Open Effort Corporation d.b.a. Babies Mall


Counterfeit Product - Counterfeit Shoes

An order for a pair of shoes was placed September 29 and delivered on Oct 15. Upon delivery, it was very clear that the product was fake as it had discoloration, dirty soles, material quality issues and an non-authentic Stock X tag (which came unattached to the product) with false QR code in addition to a false QR code on the label. The box was smashed and the stock X authentication materials were fake. I contacted the merchant on October 28 at which point they spent days trying to convince me to accept either a coupon code instead of returning to the product OR a 60% refund. They did not deny that the shoes werecounterfeit. I reminded them that, per their website, they accept full returns for defective products and they proceeded to continue their negotiation as to the % return they would give me stating that it would cost too much for to them to pay to ship back (again- contrary to their return policy). I eventually agreed to a 70% refund as I was tired of arguing over it and it never came. After multiple reach outs, they informed me that I should open a dispute with the payment provider. They had no intention of ever returning the money. I consider this site to be fradulent and also falsely advertises their return and refund policy. They bait consumbers into making purchases and steal their money after giving them fake illegal goods in return. DO NOT purchase from this website,

Dollars Lost: $137.51

Casper, WY- 82601

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Six Foot Oak


Employment - Employment

I was promised $4400 for my services with Rivertide express. I started to perform duties for this company in the month of November 2025 as an employee of their shipping department. They also explained to me in an email and by phone that packages will be delivered to my address within 3 to 4 business days and, they did. The first item delivered to my address was a pair of Tiffany and company diamond earrings. I was instructed to open the package take a picture of the item inside, uploaded to the dashboard and retrieve back a shipping label to be printed and stamped on a box and then shipped to The new address that was processed after you submitted the proper photo of the item to your dashboard. Later on in the week, another package arrives. It was an iPhone. I went through the same process and ship that as well an insulator device used by carpenters had arrived at our address. I shipped that package as well a shin guard for a hockey uniform that came in the mail days after the carpenters device. A few days later my login information to my dashboard no longer gave me access. I called the numbers of the managers that I’ve been provided. in my email and got no response from any of them. I did upload my direct deposit information as requested from their HR department and did get a response from them saying thank you for providing the necessary information for me to be compensated and I was never compensated. I’ve been trying now for weeks to get their attention, but they don’t answer the phone. Their automated system is set up for you to not speak with anyone only follow instructions and, that phone number that they provided us with is 888 643-5550. It is the holidays. I was promised compensation and still have not received anything. And today is December 22, 2025. This isn’t fair and I’d like to receive my paycheck that I worked for.

Dollars Lost: $4400

Madison, MS- 39110

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Rivertide Express


Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

I was searching for Christmas stockings for my family to match ones I previously purchased at Target. The brand was "Wondershop" and when I Googled that brand, the second result after Target was this website. The website looks legitimate and had the exact items for which I was looking. I placed the order for three stockings ($14 each) and added expedited shipping ($19). The total came out to $61. When placing the order, I was redirected to PayPal. I have completed many purchases this way and was not concerned by this, as everything appeared normal. I didn't realize the purchase amount was in JPY instead of USD and completed the purchase on 12/20. I immediately received tracking information but when I looked at the tracking status the next day, I saw it was for an attempted delivery on 12/20 in Minnesota (I am in Virginia). I assumed there was an error but realized today that I was charged almost $1000 through PayPal. I'm in the process of trying to dispute the charges with PayPal and my credit card company, but I want to ensure this doesn't happen to anyone else.

Dollars Lost: $994.02

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Wondershop


Employment

Hello, this is Natalie Grace from the Indeed hiring team. We have a perfect position for you—helping brands like Costco and Sam's Club increase product exposure. Flexible work: Approximately 1 hour per day—anytime, anywhere. Daily wage: $200-$600. Free training, 15-20 days paid annual leave, plus all statutory holidays. We currently have 50 open positions. If you are interested in joining us, please text +12137083908 for more details. Note: You must be at least 25 years old and responsible. This is the exact message sent to me and a random group of people, copy and pasted.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Indeed - IMPOSTER


Employment - Indeed Hiring Team - Impostor

"Natalie Grace" using number +1 (715) 944-2826 contacted myself and 10 other individuals (random numbers, no association with one another) with job offer stating: "Hello, this is Natalie Grace from the Indeed hiring team. We have a perfect position for you --helping brands like Costco and Sam's Club increase product exposure. Flexible work: Approximately 1 hour per day-- anytime, anywhere. Daily wage: $200-600. Free training, 15-20 days paid annual leave, plus all statutory holidays. We currently have 50 open positions. If you are interested in joining us, please text +1 213 864 6114 fore more details. Note: You must be at least 25 years old and responsible." The nature of the contact tells me it is most likely a scam, especially when it was directed to multiple phone numbers in an unsolicited group chat. If it is legitimate, then boy does it sound to good to be true. Nobody has replied in the group chat, which is for the best. But this isn't the first time I've been contacted in this manner by someone identifying themselves as 'Natalie Grace', despite the fact I have never once in my life met a woman (or man) by that name. I would imagine they got my number as a result of a recent unemployment application and subsequent job searches with the intention of preying upon that information. Attached is a screenshot of the text message sent by the supposed scammer.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

NM

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Indeed Hiring Team - Impostor


Employment - Employment

They claim to have packages shipped to your home and you take pictures then once you do alll that they send you a label to print and put it back on the package and then that is it. I think that is a scam and they dont ask you to send any money or anything they just ask that you send the package back, and then they say that they will pay bonus and it takes 30 days till you get paid

Dollars Lost: $300

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Cargowell Delivery


Online Purchase - LipoMax

Purchased this product thru add on facebook, should have known, but product came with no instructions, and I did not believe it was what actually advertised. I called to return for a refund. Returned product, they told they received it and I would get a refund in 5 to 10 business days, That was 11/7/25 It is now 12/19/25 and I just got off the phone with them, and they said that it has to be escalated again so another 5 to 10 business days.

Dollars Lost: $391

Largo, FL- 33773

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Lipomax


Online Purchase - Online Purchase - Rose and Mark Toronto

The company claims to have been in business for 25 years. There is no bricks and mortar address and no phone number. The discounts from list price are significant. The holiday sale claims to expire at midnight, but resets each day. The verbiage used suggests english as a second language.

Dollars Lost: $207

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Rose and Mark Toronto


Employment - Sam's Club Imposter - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

This is what the text said: Hello, this is Natalie Grace from the Indeed hiring team. We have a perfect position for you—helping brands like Costco and Sam's Club increase product exposure. Flexible work: Approximately 1 hour per day—anytime, anywhere. Daily wage: $200-$600. Free training, 15-20 days paid annual leave, plus all statutory holidays. We currently have 50 open positions. If you are interested in joining us, please text +12029319362 for more details. Note: You must be at least 25 years old and responsible.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Credit Repair/Debt Relief - Fake Tax Relief Assistance - Phishing Scam

I get this voicemail every day. They call from a different number every time, so blocking has not stopped the calls Hi, this is Ethan Cole with the tax resolution oversight department, based on our records, you may qualify for the 2025 IRS liability reduction program. Press one to speak with a tax specialist or call at 800-294-9424 to go over your eligibility. This is Ethan Cole with the tax resolution oversight department. I'm reaching out about your unresolved tax situation, based on the most recent records, you may qualify for the 2025 IRS liability reduction program. It's part of government backed relief effort, aimed at helping families reduce or even eliminate back taxes due to financial hardship. And I think we might be able to get you enrolled into this because your current situation, there's still budget left for your state and the window is open until the end of the year. So now is a great time to check where you stand. Um, you can also call us back at 800-294-9424. Speak with a tax resolution officer and find out if you're eligible. It could save you 1000s. We'll walk you through next steps, review your eligibility and help you get access to your resolution portal. I'll be available until 5 PM today and I look forward to speaking with you.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Credit Cards

I watched an Oprah Winfrey podcast on weight loss. At the end of the podcast, click here for more information. I did. It seemed legitimate. A LipoMax website came up. The product came with a 60 day guarantee. I ordered 6 bottles for long term results. Then a company popped up called Cartpanda. You would purchase the product through them for the seller. I have found out they ship products for sellers. When I called to return it, the representative ask me to keep using it for 30 days. At that time I tried it for 3 weeks. No results and nausea. I called Cartpanda again for a refund and the representative offered me a 50% refund to keep it. I told him I just wanted to return it. I was given a RMA # and return address. I returned it UPS in its original packaging. Only one bottle was opened. The return was 33 days. On the website it was 60 days guaranteed. I disputed this transaction on my CC. Cartpanda mailed them a letter stating I didn’t return it within 30 days even though it had a 60 day guarantee. I contacted Cartpanda by phone and email. They refused a refund plus they have my product. I was instructed to contact LipoMax but they said I didn’t purchase it from them so they can’t give a refund. I’ve been on a roller coaster since August 2025. No one will take responsibility about who received the money. Cartpanda is a shipper and LipoMax is the seller. I’ve emailed and called both companies today. My CC Company says the dispute is closed and they can’t refund the money. All of this is a scam. A terrible scam for hard working Americans and the elderly. I’m continuing to fight this and report to FBI FRAUD LINE PLUS YOU HAVE AN INTERNET FRAUD LINE. I’m out $324.53 and the product. Buyer be ware. These are sophisticated scammers. Please make BBB COMPLAINTS, keep calling and emailing these two companies. Pursue placing a Fraud Alert with the FBI and Internet Fraud. These scammers need to be tracked down and arrested.

Dollars Lost: $324.53

Largo, FL- 33773

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: LipoMax


Online Purchase - Dicks sporting goods imposter

I purchased from Dick's sporting goods on line. I was then bombarded with fake tracking information to appear as if my package is coming. I was alerted to their actions because the tracking system said "out for delivery for multiple weeks. "Out for delivery " designation is only given to packages that are on the truck on their way to the purchaser. There is absolutely no way the tracking system would say that for weeks on end unless its a scam . No truck takes weeks to get to your house. When i contacted them complaining they offered me 10% of my money back. I refused and a few days later they came back with a 15% offer. I asked for the carrier so i clook into it. I was told they don't know which carrier was used. What business is unaware of the carrier they use to ship their products? I sure would like to get a hold of these guys they wasted a great deal of my time.The woman i spoke with is named Melva Depugh.

Dollars Lost: $60

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Dick's sporting goods.


Bank/Credit Card Company Imposter

On 12/10/2025 I received a phone call from bridge credit union’s phone number, telling me they’re calling about fraudulent charges on my debit card ending in “5760” out of the Bahamas for $1598. I immediately said no that’s not me. The man on the phone said he was sending a text message to my phone and it came through as a code for Apple Pay stating “my bank will never ask for this code” “do not give it out” so at that point I put the man on hold, used my sons phone and called bridge credit union. Once they answer I explain what’s happening and as I’m explaining that I’m watching my bank account get wiped out to multiple charges of $113.99, $199.99, $259.99 from a company called “crowned coins” totaling $3174.84. Bridge credit union shut my debit card down. The next morning I was the first one through the bank doors when they opened at 9:00am working with Amanda B at the bank. Who ensured me I would get my money back in 7-14 days. While I was in the bank there were others coming in behind me for replacement debit cards because there cars were hacked the night before. None of their money was taken. Mine was. I followed up the following few days and our last call I was ensured that I was getting my funds returned me that it was just taking a little longer with their “plastics department”. I didn’t hear anything for a few days so I followed up with a message through my online banking app. Today 12-19-25 I received a call from the branch manager Teri who told me that they were not refunding my money because I authorized the charges to go through. I most certainly did not authorize the charges to go through. I was on the phone with bridge credit union telling them to stop the charges from going through. Which they did not and now they won’t give me my money back. I filed a police report with Boardman police department where I live. Any help here would be greatly appreciated.

Dollars Lost: $3173.84

CA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Bridge Credit Union Impostor


Online Purchase - Aurora Muse

I ordered an item through tik tok, and received a confirmation. Credit card transaction went through within days of purchase. I never received a follow up email for shipping. I checked tik tok and the order wasn’t there. I followed the initial email link to check order, which sent me to Shopify and said it was using china post to send. Tracking said delivered. I have cameras. I was how when it was allegedly delivered. It NEVER came. Not phone is given, I emailed several times. I knew when I saw store was UK but shipped from china.

Dollars Lost: $25

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Aurora Muse


Employment

ashley carson was the person that contacted me, ashley carson say they work with adthena a global company that focus on artificial intelligence,merchandising,and brand promotion. adobe collaborates with major international platforms,such as amazon,ebay,walmart,tiktok,and air express to Boost products sales,increase product visibility and raise brand awareness through improved ranking and traffic. the job is online and you can do it on your smartphone or computer. the platform operates between 10am and 11pm (est)but the actual work only takes about 1to 2 hours a day. basics salary, complete a set of tasks every day for 5 days to earn 500.dollars salary,complete 2 sets of tasks every day for 15 days to earn 3,500 dollars. complete set of 2 tasks for 30 days to earn 4,000 salary, the monthly salary is 8,000 , she say she’s been working for 9 months, you will be get pay directly through cash app, paypal venmo , coinbase

Dollars Lost: $17015

CA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: adthenaprolife


Online Purchase - Problem with refund / return / exchange

Computer generated goods from China. Return policy is a scam. Cost to return on website and via email Frim support was $14-44 and at post office and UPS it’s $1100 for retirn of goods costing $790. Customer service continues to delay and avoid and now has a full mailbox and won’t refund. Over 30 days of requests and complaints filed to company.

Dollars Lost: $790

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: James Olivia


Online Purchase

Ordered Black Friday merchandise from Bright Buy. Supposedly out of Georgia. Ended up coming from China and notified the order was delayed in customs. Then supposedly reported received 14 days ago yet just showed up and only had 13 day return policy. $80.00 for 3 rachet straps i could have gotten locally for $25. Quality and functions not as advertised.

Dollars Lost: $74.99

GA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Bright Buy


Employment

VERY LONG STORY: I had joined a chat group about setting/closing on Facebook (found out about the profession from another third party person who isn’t a part of this company, but sells courses on closing), and was contacted within 24 hours by several people who wanted to offer me a position as a setter. I only know 2 from this company, don’t know about the others. Eventually I signed up to have a Zoom call meeting. At the Zoom call, I found out that the company (Sales Tech LLC) is hiring appointment setters, what they want me to do is contact other people from Facebook(the same way), or create an ad on LinkedIn to find other people to sign up with the company and they would train me of what to say and do to get other people to at least attend the Zoom call. They wanted me to pay them $6000 by opening a brand new credit card (which explains why they wanted my credit score beforehand) which they promised to pay back if I can get 10 other qualified candidates to do a Zoom call. (If we get 10 people, they said they could get 4 of them to join, which is how they get their money back.) There is also a promise of $100 for each qualified candidate that attends the call. I thought it meant a US citizen that has a credit score of 650. And if anyone joins, I would get 10%. I wouldn’t be in those calls, so I have no idea how I would know that. They said the skills that were learned from this job can be used anywhere, and there is a promise that they would set me up with another company to work for after I complete the training. In order to do everything, they wanted me to open a new credit card fence the credit score) and set it up to pay them the $6000, which they promised to pay back later. I was apprehensive about everything, but decided to go through with it because I wanted to improve my life with a new job. They wanted to be in the call for creating the card account and the payment, which I also thought was weird. Throughput both calls, I asked American Express (the card company) several times if they were legit, they seemed to not know. Obviously, Sales Tech also wanted me to sign a contract. After it was over, they wanted me to wait a week for the next step of training, before I could arrange a zoom call with the next person. After that meeting was finally finished, they had me create a slack account, which is how all of the company people communicate with each other. I looked over the course materials, but it is hard to pay attention, and I set up to work with my mentor. He couldn’t show me any LinkedIn things yet, because at the time LinkedIn had banned the company from making job postings for 30 days (maybe 20 days?). He said it was because someone made a job posting that didn’t fit the exact script LinkedIn allows. He showed me to start is to go to the same types of Facebook groups, find people on them to communicate with, say things in a script, and set them up for a call. I tried doing that several times with several different people. The majority was outside of US and the higher ups told me they would have to pay out of pocket. Some have accused me and some even blocked me for being a scam. I told some people about it and they told me it was a pyramid scheme. When I tried talking with my assigned mentor, he explained that it wasn’t a pyramid scheme as we don’t benefit from the people beneath us. He was also willing to get me a bought facebook and linkedin account as I didn’t want to use my own anymore given the experiences. Before the bad experiences, I had set up 2 people to go to a Zoom call. One showed up to the call. The other tried, but she said they showed up 30 minutes early (or late) and they had set up to reschedule, but other things came up. Tried setting her up again and she stopped talking to me for a while. I finally managed to get a hold of her a couple of months later, and thankfully she didn’t join. As for the other one, he showed up and said it went ok, and didn’t join. I did not get any money from them as they said was disqualified. One didn’t show up (at the time, they never told me she joined later either) and the other didn’t have a high enough credit score or make enough money. Didn’t realize until later they are required to make 60K annually, which narrows down the pool too much. There is no way I can check these things unless the person still speaks to me, which was another red flag to me. After talking to people, who all tell me it is a pyramid scheme and a scam, I realized I needed to do something so they don’t continue to do to others as they contact the whole US. (I’m not sure if certain states are banned, they might be, I don’t recall). Because I reported it as fraud to my credit card company, they have contacted me threatening legal action if I don’t remove the dispute (since I signed a dispute waiver). After waiting for more than a month, my credit card at first said it was in my favor as the company is clearly fraud, but then after a couple of weeks sent me a letter saying that they reinstated the credit and I have to pay it since I was the one that made the purchase. I would like to know what is recommended and can be done, but most of all, would like to stop them and get my money back. Please let me know if any and all recommendations. They do all of their communications via Slack App. They have since deleted me, so I can’t get into the channel again, but this is the info I saved from them.

Dollars Lost: $6000

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Sales Tech


Phishing

Multiple calls from this number and business several times a day all week. I do not have any scheduled documents to be delivered nor do I have any reason for documents to be delivered. “Hi, this is Matthew. I'm calling from CVS courier document services. This 344210 344210…”This is the voicemail they left me

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Neelyville, MO

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: CVS document service


Employment - Employment

"Hello, this is Natalie Grace from the Indeed hiring team. We have the perfect position for you---helping brands like Costoco and Sam's Club increase product exposure. Flexible work: Approximately 1 hour per day--anytime, anywhere. Daily wage: $200-$600......."

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: indeed - Imposter


Online Purchase - Online Purchase - Cagoodshop.com

The ad said the shirt was made in Toronto and would be sent expedited parcel. The tracking number took a few days and showed the shirt was in Portugal. Thats when I realized I had be scammed. They are now ignoring my emails and the tracking app says it left the facility. Not only am i out the money , it was a Christmas gift

Dollars Lost: $45.48

Toronto, ON- L1L 2L2

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Cagoodshop.com


Employment - Amazon Imposter - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

Hi, this is Grace from Amazon Recruiting. We came across your profile and think you could be a great fit for a part-time remote role. Then the scammer goes on to say that the job requires only 60 to 90 min a day for 4 days a week and pays $250 per day/$1000 per week

Dollars Lost: $0.0

CA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Phishing - Phishing - Loan Solicitation Scam

I get these calls on my work cell phone Multiple times a day, I am on the government do not call list but that doesn't help at all. My company doesn't allow personal calls and these callers are relentless and keep calling. I just don't understand how the government allows this to happen.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Personal Loan Review


Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

The scammer disguised their self as a children’s store so I purchased two coats December 2 for Christmas gifts for my grandchildren never received them however they advertise two day shipping.

Dollars Lost: $90

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Kiddie-Corner


Tax Collection - Tax Resolve Office

They call every single day. Calming I owe back tax that are unresolved.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Tax resolve office


Online Purchase - olivia-micheal.com

This company markets heavily through social media. They claim to be based in New York and claim quality products and eco-consciousness. However, shipping comes from China. Though their website claims a max transit time of 11 business days, it’s been over 5 weeks since I placed my order and my package has not arrived. Customer service has been useless in tracking the package or providing a refund. Sadly, I now believe the company is a scam.

Dollars Lost: $60

New York, NY

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Oliva Michael - New York


Credit Cards - Direct Express Debit Card Scam

My old Direct Express debit card expired. I called 1-888-741-1115 for new card. But that card was sent to 15855 Iron Canyon Lane California 92394, a stranger home took my Direct Express card on December 15 2025 at 10:45 am from UPS. I called UPS about my missing mail. They gave me the Tracking number but UPS stated my name was on that UPS envelopment but it was Not my address. I live in Philadelphia, PA 19119. I did not get my Direct Express card. I called Direct Express ,& staff gave me a different Tracking #, and said it will come on Tuesday it did but i paid for Expedite mail $13.00 for receiving on Monday (got it Tuesday). Scam is they are doing 2 Direct Express identical cards with my name on it. I lost $500.00+ off my card within 2 weeks from the new fake accessible (enter & steal my electronic cash). The sender of my Direct Expresd card on UPS envelope, was CONDUENT PAYMENT SERVICE 1084 S. LAUREL ROAD, LONDON KY 40744. Usually the sender Was Direct Express not Conduent Payment Srrvice. These cons took my real Direct Express card to California address with my name on it but wrong address then sent me a 2nd Direct Express card at my right address in Philadelphia, PA. Since this week, 8 strangers came to me and spoke, WE HAVE ALL YOUR DIGITS, PERSONAL numbers, your ID, Let us STEAL $500.00 Ffrom your card. I spoke No, but they did anyway, I suspect Muslims or extortions, a scam con. Yet I contacted the Direct Express data on the back of my old card and called for a new card. I suspect UPS is in a conspirarcy to steal away mail from Direct Express new money card, then switch address in order to steal that card. 2 cards twins, 2 different address, but my data & name is on both cards. Stranger in California got my card first then conspirator re ordered a duplicate card and Conduent Payment Service 1084 S. Laurel Road, London, KY 40744 sent my Direct Express debit card a day later. This sender did not state my card came from Direct Express yet I was able to activate it online with Direct Express at 18887411115. Harrasment has started since this duplicate twin digits (con scam) scammers has access to mt pin number, amount of cash on the card and has stolen $500.00+. I will call the cops and report this twin Direct Express debit card crime, switching my address for the criminals, fraud from Conduent Payment Service, maybe a conspiracy within UPS, Direct Express with Conduent. I will contact SSA, cops, FBI and politicians. From DENISE YOUNG 6733 EMLEN STREET APT 712 PHILADELPHIA PA 19119. [email protected]

Dollars Lost: $500

London, KY- 40744

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Direct Express debit MasterCard via CONDUENT PAYMENT SERVICE SCAM


Employment - Employment

Agreement Trial Period Date of commencement of employment: Day of the first sent package Main place of work: Home-based Job title: Independent Quality Inspector Background: The Employer believes that the Employee possesses the necessary qualifications, experience, and abilities to provide valuable assistance to the Employer's business. The Employer desires to employ the Employee, and the Employee has agreed to accept such employment on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. In consideration of the matters described above, and in recognition of the mutual benefits and obligations outlined in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: Duties and Responsibilities: • The Employee is required to log in to the dashboard daily to receive and track information about incoming packages. • Upon receiving a package at the designated home address, the Employee will inspect the goods, take clear photographs, and upload these to the dashboard for review. • The Employee is responsible for sorting, counting, packaging, and preparing the packages for shipment. • The Employee will remove any old labels or stickers, download the new pre-paid shipping label from the dashboard, affix it to the package, and ensure the package is shipped. • Once the package is shipped, the Employee must upload the shipping receipt and mark the package as "sent" in the dashboard. • Maintaining accurate records of received and shipped items in the dashboard is a key part of the role. • The Employee is expected to follow the supervisor’s instructions and adhere to all deadlines. • The Employer may request the Employee to carry out other reasonable duties related to the job description, as necessary. Employee Remuneration: The Employee will receive a monthly salary of $4,000, plus compensation for Overtime Hours and a commission of $30 per completed task. The remuneration will be paid monthly, and deductions will be made as required by law. For the Employee to be paid on time, the following conditions must be met: 1. All packages received weeks must be shipped according to the supervisor’s instructions. 2. When the Employee receives a label for a package, the package must be shipped within 24 hours. Additional remuneration in the form of bonuses or incentives will be at the sole discretion of the Employer. The Employer will reimburse the Employee for all reasonable expenses related to the business, including travel and entertainment, as per the Employer's policies. Expenses will be reimbursed after the submission of acceptable supporting documentation. Probationary Period: There will be a one-month probationary period, during which the Employee will undergo training and have their performance evaluated. If the Employee's performance is satisfactory, the employment will continue beyond the probationary period. Either party may terminate the contract during this period with 7 days’ notice. Hours of Work: The regular work schedule is from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Employee is expected to be flexible to meet the Employer’s needs. If additional hours or schedule changes are required, the Employer will provide as much notice as possible. Termination of Employment: Upon termination, the following conditions must be met: • All packages in the Employee's possession must be shipped. • There must be no pending incoming packages. • The Employee must give 7 days’ notice to their supervisor. If these conditions are met, termination will proceed without penalty. Non-compliance with the provisions of the agreement or unilateral termination by the Employee may result in a fine, equivalent to the cost of items in the Employee's possession and those to be delivered to their address. Tax: pay. During the probationary period, the Employee is considered an independent contractor for tax purposes. The Employee is responsible for paying their own taxes as no income taxes will be withheld from their Holiday Entitlement: Holidays must be agreed upon with the Employer at least two weeks in advance. The Employee may not take more than 10 consecutive working days off without prior written consent from the Employer. If holiday entitlement is exceeded, the excess will be deducted from the final pay. If holiday entitlement is owed, the Employee will be paid for it. Confidentiality: All information regarding the Employer, the Employer’s family, and other personal matters is strictly confidential. The Employee is not permitted to discuss this information with third parties without the Employer’s consent, unless required in an emergency. The Employer will hold personal information as personnel records and will adhere to data protection laws, disclosing such information only to relevant third parties, such as HM Revenue and Customs. Dismissal: In case of gross misconduct, the Employee will be dismissed without notice. If the Employee is in their probationary period or the first year of employment, only one warning is required before dismissal. The Employee will receive a letter detailing the misconduct and an invitation to discuss the matter in a meeting. The Employee has the right to appeal within 10 working days of receiving the decision. Confidential Information: The Employee acknowledges that in the course of employment, they will have access to confidential information, including proprietary data, customer information, business operations, and any third-party confidential information governed by non-disclosure agreements. The Employee agrees to maintain confidentiality regarding all such information during and after their employment. ! The following form must be filled and signed by an employee DOB(mm/dd/yyyy): Sex(M/F): First Name: Last Name: Address: City: State/Province: Zip/Postal Code: Cell Phone Number (required): E-Mail: Any additional contacts: Employee’s signature: __________________________________________________ Place your DL or ID here When you print, fill out, and sign this page of the agreement, place your Driver’s License or Identification Card in this outlined area and take a photo. Additionally, you must take a selfie holding this page with your ID or DL in your hands. Employer: Kinatsuki Insurance HR Manager Sonia Navarro [email protected] https://kinatsuki.com

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Gmail Screener then an official HR person named Sonia Navarro


Online Purchase

I saw a video post on their Facebook page advertising for some viral boots that I really wanted. I checked out their reviews on their website and they all seemed good. When I saw they offered Afterpay I felt more secure about placing an order. I figured since they offered Afterpay it was a legit site. I placed order on Nov 24, 2025. The next day I found a similar pair at a thrift shop a lot cheaper so I decided to cancel my order. I reached out to the support email to cancel my order but got no response. The next day I get an email notification showing my order was being prepared to ship. I reached out again to support and got a response back saying order was already being shipped and got a tracking number showing it was confirmed. It’s been almost a month and the tracking they provided did not seem legit or valid. When I try to track item, it shows it’s not available or tracking not found, the tracking numbers still have not updated after supposedly being shipped a month ago. It still Shows it’s invalid. I reached out to support again on Dec 9 and a week later get a response saying since it was shipping from overseas the tracking may have not updated yet. I reported the scam to Afterpay and after a week of investigating they refunded my money. There’s no way to contact the merchant except through a phony generic email. Beware! It’s a scam!

Dollars Lost: $66

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: WearBootique


Government Agency Imposter - IRS Imposter

Getting calls multiple times a day from different numbers all claiming they can help me resolve my unresolved tax issue and I need to call them back at 888-258-3710.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: IRS Imposter


Debt Collections - Resolve First Financial

"currently past due. To resolve this matter, please call the number shown on your caller ID to be connected to the live representative who is handling your account. Again, this matter is urgent and requires your immediate attention. Please call Resolve First Financial at your earliest convenience. Thank you and have a great day."

Dollars Lost: $0.0

NJ

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Resolve First Financial


Online Purchase - Puppy scam

I purchase a puppy online with this site with Georgina She connected me to her accountant Christopher Write for payment of 1235.10 He sent me a screenshot of where to send the money using PayPal .There is a phone number on the screenshot 862-410-8389 After that was done we were contacted from the shipping company Premier delivery courier telling us the dog was to be flown from Tennessee the next day and delivered to my home Several hours later the delivery service informed me they needed to have a thermal dog carrier for shipment The cost was a 1000.00 of which 98% would be returned after the carrier came back to Tennessee .We wired the 1000.00 on Zelle and thought we were completed . We were not. . The courier then informed ne that a new law requires pet insurance for the transfer 1500 We sent the payment in 3 payments on Zelle They then wanted another 500.00 sent thru a different payment service at which point we stopped the con and did not send any more money

Dollars Lost: $3800

TN

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Hapichinjapanesechin.com


Phishing

Multiple numbers calling (caller ID identifies them as possible scam) calling multiple times a day from different numbers since I block one and then get a call from a different number. The identify as Danielle.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Tax resolution oversight department


Employment

Received unsolicited job offer from someone claiming to represent Beacon Hill with an offer of job details to be provided at a later date by a different person. Second person texted the next day, offering 1-2 hours of work per day with the following absurd pay structure: "Okay, our salary structure is divided into 3 times in 30 days, calculated based on the number of days worked: Work 5 days: Receive 800 USD Work 15 days: Receive 1,500 USD Work 30 days: Receive 3,800 USD In total, you will earn $6,100 USD in 30 days. In addition to this, we can earn $40-$60 in commissions every day, which can be withdrawn daily." This person, who identified themselves as Anna, stopped responding when I asked about BBB complaints.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Hamak


Employment

This is a copy of the message I received from them on Indeed: Personal Assistant Position... Hello, Thanks for the response to the job posting, your response to the posting has been received and your resume has been reviewed. Unfortunately, the position has already been filled but another offer is still available if you are interested, which is the Personal Assistant Position....you have been selected as a potential candidate for a Personal Assistant position pending background checks. Your Duties are as follows: • Perform official assignment to detail/ instruction. • Running personal errands(receiving and making payment). • Acting as an alternative telephone correspondence. · Making Regular Drop offs at FedEx Stores for letters meant for my clients. • Work independently without much supervision (inspecting items paid for at Post office near to you hi) Available Position: Personal Assistant Type: Part-Time Hours: 14 Hours per week Days: 3 days per week Weekly: $700.00 Fully Remote The job is flexible and can be completed at your convenience time, it can be done during your break-time. BENEFITS: • AD & D Insurance • 401(k) Willing to take this job position, reconfirm your information to us for a background check. Personal/Contact Details such as: Full Name: Home Address & Apt # : City : State : Zip Code : Cell/Mobile (For SMS) : Home Phone : Present Job If Any : KINDLY COMPOSE A NEW EMAIL AND SEND ME THE INFORMATION REQUESTED ABOVE TO: [email protected] The employee acknowledged the Trial and Detailed Job Description and signed ___ (First Name and Last Name of Employee) Thanks, in anticipation of your prompt response Yours Sincerely. John George.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Remote, FL- 11111

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: C T Rentals and Sales


Fake Check/Money Order - Fake Check - Phishing Scam

I received a check for $195 (Allocated Waiver) signed by William Keating, reserving the right to revoke the allocated waiver after 7 days of receiving the notice.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!! I got a signed contract for $250 to transport a car from Orlando, FL to McDonough, GA and the day of pick up they text and ask for $530 and the contact Adam refuse to send my $100 deposit back to me stating that if I am not going with them I am cancelling and I would be responsible for a $200 cancellation fee. We finally agreed to an additional $50 for my car to be brought to me. They are DISHONEST THEIVES!!!! DONT WORK WITH THIS COMPANY. they will not honor the contract that they make with you even when it is in writing an signed.

Dollars Lost: $50

GA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Ameri Auto Transport LLC


Other

I canceled a MindValley subscription in November 2025 that was due to renew in December 2025. While looking at my December credit card statement I see MindValley charged me $299, on December 16th. When I went to my apple subscriptions and contacted apple they had no active subscription for MindValley. In the MindValley app it showed a cancelled subscription. When contacting MindValley they told me it was a apple issue. Neither apple nor MindValley would take responsibility. The charge posted to my credit card was from Mind Valley. MindValley has a 15 day cancellation when you sign up, seeing they wouldn't refund me for the $299 charge I requested a refund, they have denied both. This is false advertising. I did not authorize them to charge my credit card. I cancelled before the renewal date. Since the incident I requested a disputed charge with my credit card company and I have also requested a new credit card.

Dollars Lost: $299

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: MindValley


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

I ordered product at the beginning of Dec with promised processing time of 1-2 days and shipping time of 3-5 days. I reached out to find out about shipping a werk after the order was placed and was thanked for my patience - and provided the same info as above…which we had clearly passed. Almost 2 weeks after my order I reached out again asking if I could pay for a faster shipping option as time was running out. I was told I could not. I tried contacting them again after the 2 weeks passed hoping for an update, but like many others I have received no further replies. Trustpilot and their instagram page have uncovered that there are *many* of us, with order dates starting mid-November, that have not had product shipped and have not received replies to phone calls and emails. We have all had to do chargebacks through our banks to recover our money.

Dollars Lost: $216

Los Angeles, CA

Date Reported: December 22, 2025

Business Name Used: Revomadic


Online Purchase - Styvoria

I ordered product, waited over 27 days to receive. Email finally said "delivered". It wasn't. I reached out to customer service, they apologized and sent another oreder. I tracked that one dor another 12 days, finally said "delivered". Once again, not delivered. This company is a scam.

Dollars Lost: $28

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Styvoria


Online Purchase - Tapnetic LLC and Visory

There is a app in the app store called visory they will charge you and claim to give you a 14 day money back guarantee but will not give you any way to contact them directly and will not reply on there website or emails. I accidentally downloaded the wrong app and was charged like many others and can not receive a refund like many others.

Dollars Lost: $85.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Tapnetic LLC and Visory


Government Agency Imposter - Process Server Imposter

The scammer left the following message on my phone: “This message is only intended for [my previous name] file number 2025 – FNT – ****52 I am calling on behalf of document delivery services we've been retained to schedule and deliver legal documents to you between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM at either of your home or your place of employment we will be making only two attempts to deliver these documents which will require a signature as proof of delivery if we are unable to deliver these documents after two attempts it will be classified as a filled action to serve which will result in a pending matter to proceed further without your consent if you have any questions or if you need to reschedule this delivery you need to contact the office directly at 8442691407 and reference your file number please be advised this call has been logged and submitted as proof you've been notified of this pending legal matter have a good day…“

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Greeley, CO

Date Reported: December 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Document delivery services


Tech Support

I was checking out Facebook and a add scrolled across about check my phone for possible scams and they would check it for free.. after 4 days I would be charged...it happened yesterday and changed today... without me giving any information as far as debt card # or name or address

Dollars Lost: $19.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Scancheck


Online Purchase

I saw a post on X (twitter) from @rudyabb8 saying they were desperately needing to sell their 4 tickets to the Dec 19 game between the Suns and Warriors in Phoenix and that they would sell them for less than they were worth. DM if interested. So I messaged them and asked how much they were asking. They said $100 a ticket and asked how many I wanted. I only needed 3. (Where the alleged seats were, the face value of tickets like that was generally like around $700). So we chimed $300 up their “cousin” including screenshot verification and waited for them to Ticketmaster transfer the tickets. The email never came. So then they said they were being charged $300 more in resale fees and wanted me to send them 300 more. Realizing I probably just got scammed, I told them I didn’t have any more to pay. They begged me to pay more, even saying they’d pay part of the 300 and I pay the rest, but they needed the money before they could transfer the tickets. I never received the tickets. I immediately called my bank to try and stop the payment and let them know what happened so hopefully they will be able to reverse the charge. I’ve stayed in contact with the scammer about tickets to other games, not letting them know I’m on to them and keeping tabs on them. On their profile, they posted a similar post needing to sell their Commanders-Eagles tickets, editing it periodically, then finally deleting the post and posting another one desperately trying to sell their Suns-Warriors tickets in Oakland. Privately I asked them if they had tickets to the Suns-Lakers game in a few days since they weren’t able to get me the tickets for the other game. They are trying to get me to give them more money to transfer tickets to that one to me. Like I said, I’m keeping track of them so if you need more info on them, let me know and I’ll do what I can to help.

Dollars Lost: $300

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 21, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Online boat sales scam

I was responding to a ad on Craigslist in St Louis MO. I sent a message thru craigslist and got a response to provide my email for easier communication. I provided my email and got a response from a Dr. Mary Hanningan that's what I thought. The email contained that they lost there daughter and the boat they were selling was purchased by her. They also said they turned the boat over to a consignment company OMC to contact them about purchasing the boat. They provided me with the listing and all looked good so I put a purchase request in and the next day they sent a invoice saying the seller approved the price. They wanted money wired to a Bank of America account under Webers Auto LLC. So I look the place up and it said it was permanently closed. So I dug further into this and found that all the locations they have listed are other businesses or empty. So later that day I received a phone call from a Peter Evans wondering when I was going to send the money so they could ship the boat. I explained at that time I was not convinced this was legit that I had to think about it. He called me later that day and I explained that I would have to visit my bank branch to wire the money so I could buy some time to investigate further. The next morning I did a search for Webers Auto Scam and boom it came up as a scam with Oakbend Marina. I did further searching on there website and they had a 555 area code for the fax and the email address would not work. I replied a message at that point saying there are to many red flags and that I was not sending any money to cancel the order.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Dania, FL- 33004

Date Reported: December 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Oakbend Marina Evolvere


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