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Online Purchase - Online Purchase Scam

I was trying to order food on the businesses website and all it said was “create your account now”. So I clicked to create my account on this restaurant’s page. A minute later this website pops up and you can only scroll through useless fitness information that a 5th grader knows “eat fruits and vegetables” there is no way to cancel your account, there is no login information so once you “log out “ you can’t log back in. Their email and support chat is bogus. They have no phone number listed on their site. You can’t even get in contact with them. They charged me 34.79 immediately and after investigating I found that that is a monthly charge. you can’t cancel because there’s no actual support. I had to report my card number as stolen and I have to file a dispute on the next business day

Dollars Lost: $34.79

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Fitcrazehub.com

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

Ordered a 30LB weighted vest from LoomBlend or Next Ripple. They have multiple names/websites. got a cheap piece of fabric. Did not receive what I ordered. Not sure how this is allowed to continue. Everyone is getting scammed.

Dollars Lost: $40

Springfield Gardens, NY- 11413

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: LoomBlend

Employment

I am Olivia Grant from Scion Staffing. Y?ou were mentioned to us as the talent w?e need. Can I disclos?e further information? Thanks a lot

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes - Online Purchase - Fake Prize Winner Scam

On 8:30 2025 I joined spin Pals via the app on the Play Store I registered my information and proceeded to spend $1.50 I played my coins notices that there was a mission I could complete to get more so I went to that process and one $4, 000 SC which could be redeemable for cash I then went through that process of being verified and trying to redeem my cash by putting my bank information the First Bank attempt I tried was through Key Bank which was not successful I contacted customer service and they said to go ahead and try different bank which I did another approved Bank was time mine did not work I contacted them again and they told me to check their websites been pals.com when I did so it showed I only had 5 cents of winnings even though all of my account information showed up the exact same so I did argue with them they told me to do a live video which I did they still declined my messaging that they were as a bug that they know of and that's why I was showing this way but they were still not going to go through with paying me

Dollars Lost: $4000

Philadelphia, PA- 19101

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Spinpals

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

I ordered two dress back in March. I received one of the dresses a month later even though they promised 2 weeks delivery. I never received the other dress and contacted the company many many times each time with a programmed response. They claimed that tariffs caused the delay and they were not able to process a return or refund. It has now been 6 months and their email address suddenly has come back as undeliverable. I think this company is a scam company and is giving false information - they claimed to be America made but then the dress that did arrive was terribly cheaply made, China-made and wasn’t at all what was described. They wouldn’t give me a refund or allow me to return it.

Dollars Lost: $35

Alexandria, VA- 22314

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Ivory Sage Boutique

Employment - Employment Solicitation Scam - Kelly Services Impostor

Received scam text message: Hi, I'm a recruiter at Kelly Services (US) , my name is Amara. Your background and resume have been recommended by multiple online recruitment agencies. Therefore, we would like to offer you a great remote online part-time job to help update app store data, increase app views and downloads, and provide you with free training. Flexible part-time and full-time work, allowing you to work 60 to 90 minutes a day, 4 days a week, and earn extra income on weekends. You can work anytime and anywhere according to your schedule and earn $250 to $500 a day. The basic salary is $1,000 per 4 days of work. Paid annual leave: In addition to maternity leave, paternity leave and other statutory holidays, ordinary employees also enjoy 15-20 days of paid annual leave. The company currently has 50 vacancies, if you want to join us, please send a text message to 6469194126 for more information (Note: You must be at least 25 years old)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Employment - Employment Task - Commissions Scam

Juyo Analytics is a leading global hotel marketing company. I'm excited to offer you the opportunity to join our team and work remotely! Why this job is perfect for you: At Juyo Analytics, we help hotels increase their visibility. Your role is simple: boost your hotel's profile and ratings, just like leaving a guest review after their stay! Your role: Hours: Flexible 1-2 hours per day, 10 AM to 10 PM ET Work location: Work from anywhere with just an internet connection and a phone. Your benefits: Base salary + daily commission: Performance-based pay Earn $1,000 after 4 days of work $3,500 after 15 days of work $6,000 after 30 days of work Base salary of $10,500 plus bonuses, bringing your monthly salary to over $12,000 No experience required: Free training is available to anyone 18 years of age or older with a work permit! Key benefits: Work remotely anytime, set your own schedule, and earn daily Ready to get started? If you answer "yes," I'll guide you through the entire process! I look forward to helping you unlock this exciting opportunity!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Employment - Employment Scam

Was offered a job signed paperwork uploaded my id then I never heard back from the company

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Capitol Heights, MD- 20790

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Dfw prepship

Online Purchase - Online Tickets Purchase Scam

They posted a video on TikTok saying they were selling 2 tickets to a concert up in Hershey Park and then I messaged them and they soon deleted the video and uploaded another one saying they were selling 2 tickets to another show in New York. I messaged them asking how much the tickets were and how many they had and suddenly they had as many tickets as I needed.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Cecilia Holmes

Debt Collections - Debt Collections Scam

RECEIVED A LETTER WANTING $207.60 CLAIMING I was in debt to Centurylink for that amount . I DO NOT OWE ANY AMOUNT TO CenturyLink and cancelled an account with them months , maybe years ago . I saw on the internet that CenturyLink may not even exist now .

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Fort Washington, PA- 19034

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Counterfeit Product - Vantique

Ordered 2 runners for 2 tables and canceled within hours as a tracking # supplied didn't work. Contacted credit card company and stopped payment which had been taken immediately, before item even shipped. Countless contacts via e-mail. Items then supposedly shipped again from California - still couldn't track. Package arrived torn. Bundeled it back up, removed our address and dropped it in a Post Office drop box. Return never confirmed by Vantique. Credit Card company reversed the payment.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Washington DC

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Vantique

Employment - Miramax / imposter

Text message came from “ae9724” and someone named “Isabella”, a theoretical recruiter for Miramax offering job incentives for “assisting YouTubes and major brands to increase data traffic.” Instructions were to reply with text message by clicking on a displayed “cell phone” link. Along with everything else, I presume the cellphone number to be fake and simply used as click bait.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Miramax / imposter

Counterfeit Product - BearsRus

Purchased 2 small labubu's and 1 large. The small ones came after a month of waiting and received they were fake dolls. The hands were glued on with the glue hanging off. The large doll never showed up. Ahen you call it takes you ro an answering machine. Email would respond with a generic message and tell you that the package has shipped.

Dollars Lost: $150

Bend, OR

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: BearsRus

Employment - WBD Global Streaming

This is the text I received from the scanner: Hi, I’m Jasmine Martine, HR at WBD Global Streaming. We’re hiring YouTube Content Promotion Assistants for remote part-time or full-time positions. ? Work from home ? 1-on-1 training provided ? Daily pay: 150–800 ? Monthly salary approx. 8650 (min) ? 688 bonus after 3-day paid probation Note [You must be 20 years old or older] Please send a message to this number: +13864509961

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: WBD Global Streaming

Employment - Mary from RemX - RemX IMPOSTER

This is what I received: Hello, I'm Mary from RemX . Recently, we learned about your outstanding background and would like to recommend you a high-paying remote job opportunity! You can choose part-time or full-time, and the work content is simple and can be completed at home. We provide about 60 minutes of free training for newcomers to ensure that newcomers are familiar with the work. The salary range is US$300 to US$700 per day, and the monthly income is guaranteed to be no less than US$10,000, and it is paid daily. In addition, full-time employees enjoy 15-25 days of paid annual leave, which is an ideal choice for those who really pursue work-life balance (requirements: 22 years old and above). If you are interested, please send me a message:+ 14172278797

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Mary from RemX - RemX IMPOSTER

Online Purchase

I ordered ??LAST DAY BUY 1 GET 1 FREE??2025 Colour Changing Mature Skin Foundation on July 25, 2025, First of all, I was over charged for "sales tax". The product cost was $15.99, and shipping was $6.99, insurance $.80, making a total of $23.78. I was also charged $7.13 for tax which was incorrect, making a total of $30.91. I immediately emailed Banbain and explained that I was charged too much for tax and that it should have only been $.96, making a correct total due in the amount of $24.74. They did in fact refund $7.13 to my PayPal account. I received several notices stating the product had been shipped and listed a USPS tracking number to track the package. I waited for a month and had not received the package. On August 25th I checked the tracking info and saw that it said the packaged was delivered to me, when in fact it had not been. I contacted Banbain again and was told that I would have to check with the local post office to see where the package was. I called the post office and spoke with the Postmaster and gave him the tracking number. It was letters mixed with numbers. He advised that this was not a US postal tracking number that they only used all numbers, and that he couldn't help me. I immediately contacted Bainbain again and all I got was another email telling me the same thing over again. After not getting anywhere with them, I contacted PayPal through their resolution center and explained the entire situation. I ended up escalating the case and received an email today stating that they denied my case because Banbain furnished them with the fake tracking info saying the package had been delivered. I am so angry that they won't acknowledge that it was fake tracking info, especially since I am apparently not the only one who has had problems with them. I plan to file an appeal on their decision.

Dollars Lost: $23.78

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Banbain Trade Co. Limited

Employment - Employment

Hi, I’m Ja?m?n? Mart?ne, HR at WBD Gl?b?l ?tream?ng. We’re h?ring You??be ?ont?nt Promot?on ??s??tant? ?or r?mote part-t?me or ???l-t?me po?iti?ns. ? W?rk from hom? ? 1-?n-1 train?ng ?rovided ? D?ily pay: 150–800 ? ??nth?y s?l?ry a??rox. 8650 (m?n) ? 688 bonus a?ter 3-day paid ?rob?ti?n ??t? [Y?u m?st b? 20 y??rs o?d ?r old?r] P??as? s?nd ? me?sage to th?? n?mber: +15152166867

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: WBD Global Streaming IMPOSTER

Employment - Employment

Hi! I am Olivia Grant from Scion Staffing. You were mentioned to us as the talent we need. Can I disclose further information? Thanks a lot

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Scion Staffing IMPOSTER

Online Purchase - Online Purchase

I was getting a free natal chart. I put my card in; it was supposed to be a free trial. I canceled it once I received my chart. This was around May. Fast forward to August, they have withdrawn $12 out of my account 3x. They're withdrawing money weekly. Every time I contact them, they either never respond, or send me a blank "link" to cancel my subscription. I'm pretty sure it's going to be more money withdrawn.

BBB Notes as provided by the FBI:

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE A VICTIM
If you are a victim of an online shopping scam, the FBI recommends taking the following actions:
• Report the activity to the Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.IC3.gov or your local FBI field office, which can be located at www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices.
• Report the activity to the online payment service used for the financial transaction.
• Contact your financial institution immediately upon discovering any fraudulent or suspicious activity and direct them to stop or reverse the transactions.
• Ask your financial institution to contact the corresponding financial institution where the fraudulent or suspicious transfer was sent.
If you believe you are the victim of an Internet scam or cyber crime, or if you want to report suspicious activity, please visit the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.IC3.gov.

Dollars Lost: $36

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Moyra

Identity Theft - Gi college education information

They kept emailing me about a grant that i did not apply for. Once you hit the link it takes you to a fake college gid website, makes you fill out your interests and tries to get you to fill out your information

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Gi college education information

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes - Sweepstakes/Lottery

Scammer claimed to be Johnnie Taylor, a mega millions winner and Ed looking to give 1.2 million to recipients who texted the number mentioned in the screenshot

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Other - travelboltuk/demotrade

I found a travel bag online on Facebook featuring Lori Greiner and ordered two. Since I was getting ready to travel shortly, I contacted them with the information I had to no avail. Just got off of the phone with my credit card company and the charge was disputed. Now I have to contact all of my automatic payments and have to wait for a new card. It's horrible that people get away with these scams. Walmart, here I come.....

Dollars Lost: $51.02

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: travelboltuk/demotrade

Online Purchase - Online Purchase

I ordered items and never received them they said I could have them sent again or a refund minus $15 overseas shipping fee. I said resend them. 100 days later still no package but they claim it was delivered

Dollars Lost: $72.52

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Tchrsy

Other

Paided for products and never received it.they send you a fake tracking account.which is fake.they told me it was delivered and never was.a total scam.they never to be shut down.they are stealing people money.

Dollars Lost: $100

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Gobolucky

Online Purchase

I found a Craigslist advertisement for an apartment rental stated to be at 19 Colonial Drive Merrimack, NH 03054. On contacting the number provided "Jack" was insistent by text I use a third-party service to access Trasnunion and the other credit bureaus. On searching, I realized this was a phishing scam and desisted. He has gathered name/email/mobile phone number from me however.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Jack Liam

Investment - mirjz.com

I registered with mirjz.com after receiving a message on social media. I then completed all the VIP1, VIP2, and VIP4 criteria. When I wanted to withdraw money from my account, they asked for a deposit, which I did. Then they said there would be a transaction fee for the withdrawal, which I did. Then they asked for a membership fee, which I didn't. Each time, they asked me to deposit money under a different name, and they blocked my withdrawals. I then looked into it, and there's no record of it, and there's a suspicion of fraud online. I can't communicate with anyone other than WhatsApp, Telegram, or text messages. The number +13527443239 belongs to a man named Matthew D. Clark. He has addresses in Florida and other states. He's a manager at Regions Bank. I need to get my money. My wife has cancer and has been receiving treatment for the past year and a half, and her expenses are high. I deposited $9,500, but my losses have reached $80,000-$90,000.

Dollars Lost: $9500

Ocama, FL

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: mirjz.com

Online Purchase - Norrin.ca

Ordered from the website set of glassless mirrors for use in home gym. Never recieved. No tracking number. Reached out to Norrin, got reply "thanks for bringing to our attention. No further communication. Website now unavailable.

Dollars Lost: $186.82

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Norrin.ca

Other

I purchased a bracelet from spirilet.com for my birthday in July. I did not let me repeat did not sign up for a membership. It is now August 31st and I received a message from my bank asking if I could verify if the transaction was valid or fraud. Thank God my bank caught it but now I can't access my account until I get a new bank card Tuesday. I am thankful that my bank caught it. I hope this will help others to not have to go through what I am. To make things worse my daughter's birthday is tomorrow which is also labor day that is why I have to wait until Tuesday to get a new card.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Spirilet.com

Online Purchase

Paid for item they never shipped

Dollars Lost: $100

Bolder, CO

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Iverpure

Online Purchase - Dicks Sporting Goods / imposter

Facebook post from Emily Johnson appeared in my feed. The post said "My father dedicated 7 years of his life to Dick's store and when he turned 50 they threw him out like a rag! So I want to share something that only employees know" The scammer went on to say Dick's Sporting Goods has a loop hole they don't want people to know about. If you complete a survey you can order merchandise for a discounted price, almost for free. There were comments from different people saying at first they thought it was a scam but submitted the survey and were surprised when the Yeti bag came in the mail after someone called from Dick's Sporting Goods to verify all the information was valid. The scammer provided a link to the survey in Facebook. I didn't click the link. At first I was suspicious of a scam so I typed the website address into my google browser. It looked like a legitimate Dick's Sporting Good website so I clicked the green button to start the survey and selected answers to the 8 question survey. After submitting the survey there was a message saying I qualified for the discounted Yeti backpack (originally $299) for $5.96 so I filled out the form to purchase it. I entered my name, mailing address, phone number, email address, and debit card information. As I was entering my information there was a pop up saying I had 6 seconds to enter ny information. I took my time to see what would happen and the price went up to $10.96 if I used a mastercard to pay and then changed to $14.96 when I selected Visa as my payment method. My bank declined the transaction and flagged it for fraud. I received a message from my bank to confirm if I attempted to make a purchase from FULL FRAME PHOTOGRAP. I didn't order anything from that vendor. When I tried to locate the facebook post I got an error. I cancelled my debit card and reported the fraudulent transaction.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

New York, NY

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Dicks Sporting Goods / imposter

Phishing

The number claims that they are sending the code for crypto withdrawal with an 888 number and an identification code. The message sender is from the Philippines. Your Coinbase withdrawal code is: 584261. Please do not share this code with anyone. If you have not requested this, please call: (888) 363-5413. REF: CB49072

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase

I placed and fully paid for order #63694 (HOOBS Pro) on October 17, 2023. The product was never delivered. On October 18, 2024, I formally requested a refund. Despite repeated correspondence, I have not received the refund. On August 11, 2025, I sent a final notice with a 14-day deadline, stating that if the refund was not issued, I would escalate the matter to the BBB and other authorities. HOOBS replied on August 14, 2025, stating that my refund request was “in queue for the office” and that I would receive confirmation once completed. Since then, no refund has been processed and no further updates have been provided. As of today, I have been waiting nearly two years since placing the order, and over four months since requesting a refund. This is a clear case of failure to deliver goods and failure to honor a refund request.

Dollars Lost: $419.99

L'Assomption, QC- J5W 4M9

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Hoobs inc.

Online Purchase

I bought the product one time, now they are charging me again

Dollars Lost: $236.79

Oakville, ON-

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Perma living Oakville on - Imposter

Employment - opusdatum

I received a regular text to my personal cellphone offering a “great” job opportunity based on my resume. I have been with my employer for over 3 yrs so I haven’t been actively looking.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: opusdatum

Online Purchase - fittinglyy / Lane Bryant / imposter

fittinglyy ORDERfittinglyy250527034432295 Thank you for your purchase! Hi @#$%, we're getting your order ready to be shipped. We will notify you when it has been sent.

Dollars Lost: $98

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: fittinglyy / Lane Bryant / imposter

Bank/Credit Card Company Imposter - Phishing Scam - Fake Fraud Alert - JP Morgan Chase Impostor

caller asked for me by my previous name. Said someone had gotten a card with my name and phone number on it. 4 guns were purchased from gunamerica.com. wondered if I authorized the purchase. I did not. asked if i had a card ending in 6484. i do not. said the card was applied for in new york, mailing address was in new york, shipping address was in new jersey. gave me a full name, employee id number and case number for the call. said charges were of $2900.61. I hung up with caller- called chase directly, who looked up the credit card number and said there was no account associated with the card number. Presumed fraud.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Wantagh, NY

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase

I ordered a Zakdavi high Precision Non-invasive Glucose Meter from this company. I only know the company as Ellis natura. I ordered 1, they showed when I went to check out that I ordered 2. Could not change quantity. Emailed them & told them that I only ordered 1 and to cancel the other one. That was on Aug 4, 2025. On Aug 6, I got an email from the customer support team to expect a refunded amount within 7-12 business days. No such action ever took place. What shows up on my bank statement is USModerncraftsstore New York NY on 8/4/25 in the amount of $36.00 (#24793385216002701032213) & $35.99 (#24793385216002201040211). On Aug 6 received a credit for $30.00 from this company. I just happened to see something about this company and went back to look at my bank statement. Did not see anything listed as Ellis natura, only for the time frame USModern craftsstore. I Looked up this craft store & never heard of it, let alone place an order with them. Two orders in the same day? That's when I realized I messed up & fell for the scam. Guess this is on me. I have emailed them & get a response, but did not receive the item, but just on Friday, Aug 29, I received a package with a pulse oximeter which I never ordered. I have the individuals name on the envelope that this came in. At this point, I'm not sure exactly what I can do. On Tuesday, Sept 2, I will be going to the bank with the paper work that I have & see if anything can be done. Thank you. ****** * *********

Dollars Lost: $71.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Ellisnaturamart

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

Received an email stating I will be gifted 12.5 million dollars from Cheng Saephan (powerball winner). I'm not sure what happens if you choose to make contact as I chose not to.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Cheng Saephan Family Donation Fund

Counterfeit Product - SQ AVCI FUN CENTER

In the Grand Central Mall, the business sells fake products that appear as real. I bought a collectible for $40.66 and upon opening the box, realized it was a fake due to the poor quality and the deformation of the product. They are selling products and pretending they are real.

Dollars Lost: $40.66

Vienna, WV- 26105

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: SQ AVCI FUN CENTER LLC

Online Purchase - Olivorawear

I never received what I ordered and they wouldn't give me the name of the carrier they used to ship it, nor would they give me a phone number to contact them.

Dollars Lost: $30

Medina, OH

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Olivorawear

Romance - Romance

I met this guy last 06/25 at Christian mingle, claimed to be Harry M Nicholas mobile number 934-214-1792 & 934-336-6303 from Long Island, NY. Widow of 5 years, 65 years old. Civil Engineer, semi-retired. We exchanged emails, phone calls and text messages daily. He made me believe his feelings are genuine and he was planning to relocate in California where i am settled. He borrowed money from me since he claimed he had a financial challenge with his big project with oil & gas company @ New Orleans. I transferred via Zelle total of $3,000 to a person named Cheryl Rious (his office secretary), as he claimed) with phone number 202-468-6273. He promised to pay me back last week from his proceeds from sale of his property in NY but he never paid me back instead he asked for more monetary assistance. I then, blocked him from my phone contact and stopped communicating with him.

Dollars Lost: $3000

Long Island, NY

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Christian Mingle

Other - Lottery Text Message Scam

Said he was Johnnie Walker had won lottery in the amount of 476 million. Was donating to 500 rabdom individuals 2024-2026. If im receiving this message then my number was drawn from a random spinball. They had spread their wealth over a number of charities and organizations to you in the amount of$110,000 USD as obe of the lucky winners. Mr. David Brandley is in charge of delivering every winning. Text Mr. David the code 3122 on the number below to get your winnings. 1+(219)306-3022 Congratulations in advance.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: JOHHNIE WALKER

Online Purchase

Seller seemed legit. Paid $49 for a flotation device that was never received. Access to the email for delivery information is no longer available.

Dollars Lost: $49

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: cybx

Charity

I received a group text message with multiple other unknown numbers to me on my cell phone. It stated the following and I will upload a screenshot: “Congratulations! I'm GARY KRIGBAUM the Powerball's First Millionaire of 2024 From North Carolina, I'm donating the sum of $500.000 dollars to 15 random individuals. If you get this message, your number was selected among the lucky Winner's Send text messages to the Agent in charge MR. ROBERT on his cell Number (972). 763-7935. TEXT this winning code (FT65/TXH) with your FUII NAME to him for the confirmation and delivery of your package.” I did not reply.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Gary Krigbaum North Carolina Powerball Winner

Employment - Creative Niche Employment Imposter Scam

I received a text message from someone using an email address. It said it was Dorothy from Creative Niche with a rare job opportunity. They ask me to reply yes to another suspicious looking number.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Creative Niche

Online Purchase

July 22, 2025 I purchased a tote bag from the company Pliximo, they confirmed my order and withdrew the money from my account I have info on the withdrawal. I have made numerous attempts to contact them with no response. Today I check and all their sites have been taken down. Says not available.

Dollars Lost: $31.9

New York, NY

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Pliximo

Online Purchase

Website that has lots of clothing for sale lower than usual value. I bought some stuff and paid and 30 days later it says order not found when I look it up.

Dollars Lost: $40

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Playlula

Phishing

HOT FLIGHT DEALS AND CHEAP FLIGHT SERVICES ARE FRAUD! This is the number they used: 1-844-834-0044 I was on a price comparison website like kayak. Hot flight deals had a ticket for $213 from San Antonio to Salt Lake City. I entered all my credit card information and bought the ticket, so I thought. Later I received an email saying my ticket was being processed. Then at 11pm at night a lady called, she sounded like she was from India, and said my ticket was already sold, but they could move me to the main and it would cost $314. Then I would have to wait until October 14 to get confirmation of the ticket. I argued that it clearly said on the website they had seven seats left in that price range. She pretended to speak with her manager and then came back and said they could offer me the ticket for $214. This sounded fishy to me. The confirmation email on which I was supposed to click: CONFIRM to get the ticket looked fishy to me. So I did a quick google search to see wether Cheap Flight Service (from where this email was coming from) was a real company. Low and behold, another person had been scammed just like me. So, I called my credit card company, cancelled my card and avoided fraudulent charges. Below is part of their email: Hi, Thank you for choosing Cheapflightservice! Kindly acknowledge the email by replying I confirm to get the ticket confirmed. Below is some mandatory information containing all your flight/check in details(eg; names, dates, cities, departure - arrival times etc..) and it is advised that you read through all the details and also keep a copy of it before you go onboard. For any further queries or delay in receiving the e-ticket Itinerary and Receipt email within 24 hours call us on 24*7 customer care number. The Charges on your card will Appear in the name of " AirReservation8449547447". The total charges for 01 passengers will be $274.00, including all taxes and fees. You are eligible for full refund in case of cancellation Benefits for this flight :- *One carry-on bag and one personal item *Free seat selection *Seats in the Main Cabin Note :- 1. PLEASE KEEP THE SUFFICIENT FUNDS IN YOUR CARD FOR YOUR RESERVATION . 2. IF YOUR CARD GOT DECLINED THEN THE FARE DIFF. WILL BE CHARGE IF ANY . 3. PLEASE APPROVED THE TRANSACTION WITH YOUR BANK UNDER AirReservation8449547447. 4. FOR ANY CHANGE OR CANCELLATION, YOU CAN DIRECTLY REACH ME ON 8444080449 / EXT 141 Your trip details are Below.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Hot Flight Deals

Other

Individual posing to be a potential buyer of my vehicle that was listed on Autotrader. He requested I purchase a vehicle history report from autoflyer.com. I did because I was not thinking. Obviously no additional contact has been made by the individual with regard to meeting to purchase the vehicle and it is a known scam that I missed.

Dollars Lost: $55

Unknown Location

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Patrick Jennings

Employment

I started receiving email about a training about quality insurance and right after the training they do job placement, $70/hr. The lady was very polite Mary over the fine and they were always reachable. After the training I didn’t received my certificate, I had to harasse them and then I posted a review on google and then they decide to reach me back, they sent me certificate over the email just with my first name, and I told them i can’t even use it, it looks fake and there’s a mistake on my name. And they just hang up. After I was calling to know about the job, since then, they never email me or call me.

Dollars Lost: $400

Austin, TX- 78759

Date Reported: August 31, 2025

Business Name Used: Verizontech IT Imposter

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