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Employment

Hello, my name is Callie Monroe, and I’m a recruiter at Lionsgate (US). We came across your profile on several online recruitment platforms and were truly impressed by your background and experience. We’re currently offering a flexible part-time opportunity that allows you to work in your free time. This position involves assisting YouTubers and major brands in boosting their data traffic. The tasks are simple, and we offer free training to help you get started quickly. The daily pay ranges from $50 to $3,000. If you work 3 days, you’ll receive an extra $300; if you work 4 days, you’ll get an additional $1,000. You’ll be paid immediately after completing your work—same-day payments guaranteed. Spots are limited. If you're interested in this role and would like to join us, please send a message to 13203368071 for more information! (Note: You must be at least 25 years old.)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Lionsgate impostor

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

I purchased a pair of shoes, responding to an Instagram advertisement. When I checked on the order it said “pending” but my card was charged right away.3 months later and still no shoes. I now understand that although the website looked legitimate and all the product reviews were good, the customer service email doesn’t match the company name and is suspicious. I have learned my lesson and will never order Instagram products again!

Dollars Lost: $99

PA

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Urban Vogue Brooklyn

Counterfeit Product

I ordered the IMALENT MS03 flashlight (13,000 lumens) directly from IMALENT’s website. What I received was a generic, unbranded flashlight labeled “CREE Q5” that is non-functional, incompatible with the battery provided, and poses a serious safety hazard. The lithium-ion battery (MRB-217P40) was shipped without proper insulation or compliant packaging, violating U.S. DOT and IATA regulations for hazardous materials. The parcel was routed through third-party handlers and bore a shipping label referencing a completely unrelated recipient and address. USPS tracking confirmed the package was held due to unpaid postage, and the delivery address did not match the one I provided at checkout. IMALENT is an international company based in Shenzhen, China. Their only listed contact number is +86 18771262139. No U.S.-based phone number is available. The parcel was routed through a third-party U.S. handler (LAST MILE PARCEL, 9208 Charles Smith Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730), which may be affiliated with their logistics network. IMALENT has refused to issue a refund despite multiple requests and clear documentation. I submitted a formal dispute and appeal through Cash App, which was ultimately denied—even though the transaction clearly violates Cash App’s Buyer Protection Policy and multiple federal consumer protection laws. Violations Include: • 15 U.S. Code § 45 – Deceptive practices under the Federal Trade Commission Act • 16 CFR § 238.2 – False advertising and misrepresentation • Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) – Unsafe product delivery and failure to meet safety standards • DOT/IATA Lithium Battery Shipping Regulations – Improper packaging of hazardous materials • USPS Parcel Handling Regulations – Misrouted and unpaid postage This experience has been deeply frustrating and dangerous. I paid for a premium product and received a misrepresented, unsafe item. I have preserved all documentation, including: • Photos of the incorrect flashlight and battery • USPS tracking logs and hazard notices • Email correspondence with IMALENT • Order confirmation and payment receipt Resolution Requested: • Full refund of $160.57 • No requirement to return the item, due to its hazardous nature and improper labeling • A formal acknowledgment of the fulfillment error and safety violations I am also filing complaints with the CFPB, Minnesota Attorney General, USPS Mail Fraud Division, and local law enforcement. I urge the BBB to hold IMALENT accountable for deceptive and unsafe business practices.

Dollars Lost: $160.57

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: IMALENT

Other

Once subscribed, there is no way I have found to unsubscribe. There web site has you going in circles,never giving the option to unsubscibe.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Hypnozio

Phishing - Julie Leach Winner Give Away

I got a facebookessage on messanger saying I won a truck and $100.00, then they asked for my ID name address phone number country and a picture of my self. Them they asked me to go get a prepaid $100 vias gift card and gibe them.the number on the back to verify and pay the FedEx man who's going to be delivering the money amd truck..

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Julie Leach

Online Purchase

I ordered and paid for a hat from Zona Hats. When you order it says you would get an email with your order number. I asked them about my order number and they said I needed my order number in order for them to help. I never even got an email in the first place until almost a month later . I checked all my folders and found in spam. I wrote to them about my missing item that I paid for and told them my order number and they don’t answer now.

Dollars Lost: $79.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Zona Hats

Employment

Screen shot attached, received text from unknown number asking what I was doing then proceeded to talk about work from home jobs.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Shakopee, MN

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Publicis Groupe

Counterfeit Product - Lara Green Jewelry

Saw advertisement on several search engines. Ordered online from her store. She claimed she was retiring and was selling jewelry she handmade. She was offering a 80% discount so she could empty her inventory for retirement. I know that should have been my first sign, second no phone number only an email account. It took a couple of months to receive so by the time I got the merchandise it was too late to cancel on my pay pal account. When I did receive the jewelry, it was stamped China on the shipment. Didn't receive one item and it looked cheap. While on TEMU I saw the merchandise. Jewelry that she had sold me was all under 5.00 on this site. There was even a set of earrings, ring and necklace that was $8.00 and she split them up and sold each piece for 24.00 to 29.00 for them. I wrote and asked for my money back many times. There was a 30day back guarantee, but of course I didn't get an answer back. She is still advertising. I understand that there has been several websites that are exposing her and I realize I will never get my money back. The jewelry was so bad I was ashamed to even give the pieces to the people I had planned to give to. What I don't understand is how she is allowed to keep advertising. There have to be laws to protect trusting people and elderly people.

Dollars Lost: $115.16

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Lara Green Jewelry

Debt Collections - Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP

They sent a collections mail "on behalf" of theKkansas Turnpike authority

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Broomfield, CO- 80021

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Linebarger Goggan Blair Sampson LLP

Investment - ltspeed-AI, Intelligent Logarithmic Trading

Touted themselves as an online Crypto training platform. However, you can never retrieve funds. If you ask questions, you are locked out of your trading account.

Dollars Lost: $500

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: ltspeed-AI Intelligent Logarithmic Trading

Online Purchase - Lane Bryant / impostor

I found an add on Facebook Marketplace. It said it was a Lane Bryant store closure sale. I went in and purchased 4 items at the ridiculously low price of $26.63. I received an email, which unfortunately disappeared. The email gave a tracking # which showed it shipped from China. The last time I checked tracking it said it passed through customes. I believe that was in Los Angeles. To date I have not received any package. My email disappeared so I don't know what email address they used, nor the tracking number.

Dollars Lost: $26.63

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Lane Bryant / impostor

Online Purchase - Milwaukee Cooler IMPOSTER

They were advertising a Milwaukee Cooler, My bf has all Milwaukee tools n stuff, so I wanted to get it for him. I'm still waiting!! I ordered through Facebook. I can't remember the address they used. It's been awhile now. Thank You

Dollars Lost: $14

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Milwaukee Cooler IMPOSTER

Employment - CDI Technology LLC

I was approached by a company looking to hire someone as a Customer service representative. They hired me on the spot (which was suspicious) but I’ve been looking for work for a while now. Then they emailed me an e-Check and asked me to deposit it. I went and did so, the next day they asked me to purchase work equipment. I did so and then realized I lost money and upon looking up the company. The website is fake, there is no contact information, and the person whom I was in contact with aren’t responding anymore

Dollars Lost: $2460

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: CDI Technology LLC

Phishing - Powerball winner IMPOSTER

I'm Julie leach a grandmother from Michigan,I’m the powerball winner of $310,5million.Congratulations you have been randomly picked among those I will be giving $50,000 are you ready to get your winnings? How do you feel about this blessing and why do you need this money? This is the pm message I got on facebook.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

MI

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Powerball winner IMPOSTER

Online Purchase - Online Fraudulent Website

I was ordering a chair at Overstock and once I paid it directed me to a different web site. It was a persons name and the email that said they received my order came from Overstoreck but had the logo of overstock

Dollars Lost: $75.86

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Overstoreck

Employment - Lionsgate Films Imposter - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

Hello, my name is Callie Monroe, and I’m a recruiter at Lionsgate (US). We came across your profile on several online recruitment platforms and were truly impressed by your background and experience. We’re currently offering a flexible part-time opportunity that allows you to work in your free time. This position involves assisting YouTubers and major brands in boosting their data traffic. The tasks are simple, and we offer free training to help you get started quickly. The daily pay ranges from $50 to $3,000. If you work 3 days, you’ll receive an extra $300; if you work 4 days, you’ll get an additional $1,000. You’ll be paid immediately after completing your work—same-day payments guaranteed. Spots are limited. If you're interested in this role and would like to join us, please send a message to 15032906673 for more information! (Note: You must be at least 30 years old.)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Phishing - United Parcel Service (UPS) / impostor

Formal Complaint Regarding UPS Brokerage Fee and Mishandled Package Return Dear Better Business Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against United Parcel Service (UPS) regarding a troubling experience with an international shipment to my residence in Montana. I placed an order with a skate shop in Barcelona, Spain. The package was shipped via UPS and arrived in Montana with an unexpected brokerage fee of $702 USD. This fee was not disclosed at the time of purchase, nor was it initiated by the sender, who confirmed in writing that no COD or brokerage charges were added. Due to the excessive and unexplained fee, I refused delivery. UPS initially claimed the fee originated from the sender, which I verified was false. This misrepresentation undermined my relationship with the seller and added confusion to an already difficult situation. The package was last scanned on September 11, 2025, in Missoula, MT, and UPS customer service verbally confirmed that it is being returned to the sender. However, there has been no further tracking update, and UPS has refused to provide written documentation of the return. I am concerned that the package may be lost, mishandled, or withheld indefinitely. Given the lack of transparency, the unusually high brokerage fee, and the absence of follow-up scans, I am deeply concerned that the package may have been mishandled—or potentially stolen—by UPS or during its time in U.S. customs custody. I believe this warrants investigation, as it reflects a broader pattern of questionable practices in international shipping. This experience raises serious concerns about UPS’s: Lack of transparency in brokerage fee disclosures Misrepresentation of fee origin Inadequate documentation and tracking of refused packages Potential abuse of international shipping protocols I respectfully request that this matter be investigated and that UPS be held accountable for deceptive practices and poor handling of international returns. I am happy to provide supporting documentation, including tracking numbers and correspondence with the seller, upon request.

Dollars Lost: $460

Missoula, MT

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: United Parcel Service UPS / impostor

Employment - Lionsgate Films Imposter - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

It’s the lionsgate scam… yall know about it.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

OH

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase

Ordered a dress from the website that was found through Pintrest. The website looked legit and had a return policy. The dress received did not match what was ordered. Attempted to call customer service and the phone number was not vaild. Attempted to email the company and the email address is invalid. I am disputing the charge through my credit card company.

Dollars Lost: $65

Los Angeles, CA- 90014

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: luluinthesky

Debt Collections

See uploaded document. Page 1 is the address, Page 2 the information. I was unable to find a Maria Lamoreux in Find A Grave, which for someone of "her" supposed means seems odd.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Torrance, CA- 90503

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Brian Baker Principal Partner Baker Belnager Partners LLP

Romance - romance

She "Olivia" claimed to be the daughter of Arte Oro and said she launched her own high-end jewelry company in Los Angeles in 2017, after raising funds with her aunt in New York. Despite presenting the business as a luxury brand, it appeared to have little actual commercial activity. Our interaction began with a “wrong number” text, but she quickly transitioned into casual conversation and suggested continuing on WhatsApp. She immediately sent a photo of herself and began narrating her day in detail. Her messaging followed a familiar pattern—describing a lavish lifestyle, frequenting Beverly Hills golf courses, and referencing an assistant who worked for her. She mentioned having few friends and often tried to steer the conversation toward investing and gold, though I consistently deflected by expressing disinterest in money. It became clear she was attempting a scam, though I found the exchange oddly entertaining. She didn’t seem to recall that she had tried a similar approach with me months earlier. I requested a video call, which she eventually agreed to, though her responses during the call were vague and evasive. While I couldn’t confirm if she was using AI, the visuals matched the photos and office she had previously shared. The next day, she told a story about playing 18 holes at Beverly Hills with her assistant and sent photos, including one of her golf swing. She also claimed to have had lunch with friends at American Harvest restaurant near the course and sent a snapshot as proof. Her descriptions felt AI-generated—polished but impersonal. Later, she said she planned to go to Manhattan Beach with friends, but her assistant canceled. She then opened up more about her personal life, including her ex-husband and her journey to independence. Despite continuing to push investment topics, I didn’t engage. Eventually, her tone shifted—she became combative and began criticizing my job, seemingly out of frustration that her efforts weren’t working. The conversation originally began with a “wrong number” text on day one, but she quickly suggested continuing on WhatsApp. I shared the number she claimed belonged to her assistant, though she also used another number—(213) 827-5865—which closely resembles those associated with known scams. If you find her, give her an Oscar. Her (Olivia) story should be sold as a Netflix Special.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Los Angeles, CA

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Arte Oro

Online Purchase - online puppy purchase

Facebook - they scammed me out of $300 deposit to receive a Pomeranian puppy I was to rescue. Then were relentless hounding me to pay the rest before delivery. I didn't because I was starting to get suspicious &find many weird discrepancies. Stolen pics/vids from other pages. Wouldnt let me pay via PP or Venmo or CC, Wouldn't give me last name, address or ph# to text. I am a rookie &had no idea there were so many scam sites for Poms on FB. (Molly's Pom Puppies, Donald's Pomeranians, and I'm now on a rampage findiing others...there's so many it's sickening! You can't tell the legit from the fakes.) I've gotten pom rescues online before thru Rescues, so I never realized that FB had fake ones! They play on poor people's hearts and loss, who just want to rescue or save and get a new puppy. I learned in past 4dys & I didn't give rest of $ & of course they never delivered, as I was starting to suspect. Because they have no dogs. All their pics of dogs are all different, not like from a breeder. They are liars I found out telling me they are in Sycamore Cyn, CA and told another person they are in NY. They were to deliver a dog today, after I paid deposit, and get rest of $$ today upon delivery. Sycamore Cyn is 4hrs from San Diego where I live. They were to deliver at 10a this morn. Up until 9am they were hounding me for rest of $$ or saying "didn't trust me" and giving me lies of "woe" that they bought toys etc for 'my dog'...blah blah blah, and wouldn't deliver because "how could they trust me". Excuse me? Aren't you supposed to be on the road by now? Anyway, at this point I wasn't surprised, and didn't think they wd be delivering. And Never were going to. Their site is phony & only been up since July 2025. I have screen capture proofs of all contact with me, and even a signed "contract", & can give you more evidence. And there's 100s more replying to their pics that they are going to scam! They steal pics & vids from other pages or websites. I found same vid on another scammer's site (John Martin Pomeranians and Donald's Pomeranians and "Adopt Pomeranians For Free"...which all these sites have only been up less than 6mo yet have 1000s of followers already? Just weird. They avoid my questions when asking for full name, address & cell # so can communicate instead on slow bs Direct Msg via FB. (Probably don't want me to hear their accents) One (John Martin) who spoke in broken english via DM, sent me pics at 3a from WhatsApp and I saw his foreign fake #. It's sickening these people stealing persons money and scamming them, breaking their hearts, thinking they are going to save a poor little dog in need of a forever home, or rescuing because they are older, and they take your $$ and do not follow thru, and HOUND you constantly for the rest of the $$ with their lame excuses, and word-spinning guilt trips on the buyer. It's insane. I've never seen anything like this. I know it's small to some scammers stealing 1000s from older people for other things. But this too can add up and some pp today don't have $$ to waste. And some Poms go for 1000s too. Anyway, Molly's Pomeranian Puppies is definitely as scammer and should be in jail for wire-fraud across US states. AND so is John Martin's Pomeranians. And possibly foreign.

Dollars Lost: $300

Riverside, CA- 92507

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Molly's Pomeranian Puppies

Advance Fee Loan

Leaving constant voicemails about a loan I never applied for.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

This product claims to make the entire house smell amazing with high quality scents and leave floors shiny and clean, like nothing anyone has ever used before mopping floors. Claims to leave a long lasting scent and effortless mopping as it is supposed to be 99% efficient at removing dirt, grime, germs and odors. This product did not come scented and it dosen't do any of the things it claimed to do. Its like they packaged water and sent it to me for 29.99 a bottle. I bought 4 bottles all supposed to be different scents. None of the products or packages look like what they advertise on the website, and none of them were labeled as to what scents were supposed to be what because they literally sent me bottles of water for 126.00$.... please save someone else the headache and loss of funds for this suppoed "revolutionary cleaning product"

Dollars Lost: $126

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Blyss Official

Employment

Was sent a letter via priority mail saying I was selected as a secret shopper and to purchase gift cards from various locations with the "cashiers check" sent along, to scratch the gift cards and send back the details and hold onto the remainder

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Woonsocket, RI- 02895

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Claiming to be from CVS Pharmacy

Employment - Nicole Nicholson

Email: Dear Candidate, We are pleased to inform you that, following a comprehensive review of your qualifications and professional background, you have been shortlisted for consideration for the position of Remote Data Entry/Administrative Assistant at BioVersys AG. To proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process, you are kindly requested to establish contact with our Hiring Manager, Mr. Nawaz Khan, via Telegram Messenger (@nawaz_bioversys). When scheduling your interview, please ensure that you reference BVG-832 for verification and record-keeping purposes. Position Overview Compensation: $29.75 per hour Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (flexible; full-time or part-time options available) Payroll Frequency: Weekly or bi-weekly Employee Benefits Paid training and structured professional development programs Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage Paid leave and observance of company-recognized holidays 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions Continued opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization We sincerely appreciate your interest in BioVersys AG and look forward to the opportunity to engage with you further regarding your potential contributions to our team. Yours faithfully, Human Resources Department BioVersys

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Nicole Nicholson

Retail Business - Matchy.io

i would like to bring it to your attention that a service called Matchfy.io is using its integration to allow other users to vandalize official artist profiles and their public playlists. You at 03:48 PM, Oct 4 if this is not addressed with expedited concerns, I will be filing a lawsuit for slander, libel, and digital vandalism. You at 03:48 PM, Oct 4 that is all, thank you. You at 03:48 PM, Oct 4 good day. You at 03:48 PM, Oct 4 Lastly, inform your escalations team to expect more calls from the BBB. I will leave this chat open until your reply confirms you have read. You at 03:49 PM, Oct 4 attachment image i found this email buried in my work inbox from months ago. so this has been going on behind my back for awhile. I did not sign up for this service You at 03:51 PM, Oct 4 and furthermore my network administrator also indicated there is no evidence that my device was ever connected to their servers before today. You at 03:51 PM, Oct 4 I do not appreciate you or your affiliates "promoting" my work without my consent, as it is intended for VERY specific audiences and NOT for commercial returns. You at 03:52 PM, Oct 4 attachment image whoever vandalized my account also decided to "follow" a bunch of "unregistered artists". You at 03:53 PM, Oct 4 which i am removing manually one by one since your system doesnt allow me to remove these all at once from a front end interface You at 03:53 PM, Oct 4 We already catch and remove the majority of artificial streams before they reach public surfaces, and we don’t pay out on those streams. With this change, we also retroactively remove the minority of streams that aren’t caught before our daily data is published. You can report the playlist via this form: https://artists.spotify.com/c/playlist-reporte. The team will investigate your report in the next few days and take any necessary actions against the playlist. Note: We can't confirm if any action will be taken, so keep an eye on the playlist for updates. Chino A at 03:53 PM, Oct 4 these aren't artificial streams they are social engineering hacks against your system You at 03:54 PM, Oct 4 your response clearly indicates you lack the training to comprehend the situation adequately and I expect this to be delivered into competent hands. You at 03:54 PM, Oct 4 We are currently not affiliated by Matchfy.io it would be ideal to not repond to the email that was sent to you, delete or block the email as spam so that it will not send you any email anymore. Chino A at 03:55 PM, Oct 4 I understand it's not ideal, but I'm afraid this isn't something we can help with. I'll need to close this conversation now. Chino A at 03:56 PM, Oct 4 If you aren't affiliated with them, you need to make this clear and check our security and check the app's abilities in how it allows users to bypass your regular moderation features. You at 03:56 PM, Oct 4 End of conversation. You can close the messaging

Dollars Lost: $0.01

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Matchy.io

Phishing

“Hey it's Dan from www.myreliefcheck.com our records show you may have $5286 waiting in a relief check that's already been issued in your name but has not yet been collected this could be from past relief programs or federal assistance payments visit www.myreliefcheck.com search your name and collect it before it's returned…” This is the voicemail that has been left over ten times in the past two weeks and leave a message every time. It’s a scam

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: My Cash Search

Employment - Imposter Amazon Employment Recruiter

Received a grouped text with the message below and did not respond. Deleted Hello. I'm Rebecca Harris, a recruiter at Amazon. Your resume has been recommended by several online recruitment agencies. After an initial review, we've decided to invite you for an interview for the Information Systems Manager position. We currently have five openings. This is a great remote, online position where you can help merchants update their data and provide free training. You can work 20 to 60 minutes daily (anytime, anywhere) and earn $200 to $500 per day. The base weekly salary is over $2,000. Paid annual leave: In addition to statutory holidays such as maternity and paternity leave, regular employees receive 15-20 days of paid annual leave. If you're interested in joining us, please contact us via WhatsApp: +15853174446 (Note: You must be 25 years or older.)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Rebecca Harris

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes - Publishers Clearing House Spoof

I received a letter with a check in it frome publishers clearing house that I won 760,000.00. I also need to contact a David Godson who is a claims agent and to call him for method of payment. In Bold letters it says I am required by law and sweepstakes to pay towards taxes and handling and processing fees so they enclosed a sponsorship check to assist with out of pocket expenses and to contact this guy before doing anything. Also they said it is company policy to keep this letter and your cash prize winnings CONFIDENTIAL to avoid double or false claims.

Dollars Lost: $400

Lakewood, NJ- 08701

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Publishers Clearing House Spoof

Phishing - Encore Funding

We received the phone message on an elder persons message about setting up payment. The message was word for word the same except for the person's phone number referenced in the message.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Encore Funding

Online Purchase

Someone said I could take a survey and earn a sofa originally priced at $495. I answered a few questions about shopping at Walmart and was told to pick the color and pay $9.95.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

WI

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Walmart impostor

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam - Instagram Ads

Similarly to the other person above this, I saw a pair of jeans on Instagram and bought them for $19.99. It seemed fine as they emailed me a confirmation and also let me know when the package had arrived. There was even a photo of it from Fedex and a tracking number that seemed legit. All of a sudden I receive an email telling me that the package was delivered to the wrong address and would not be able to send it to me due to low inventory. They promised a refund but we all know it’s not coming. Save yourself the hassle and avoid this store at all costs.

Dollars Lost: $19.99

NV

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Sovari

Credit Cards

Falsified they were from PayPal support stating someone had accessed my account to purchase an iPhone from another state and had access to bank accounts, credit card accounts, email accounts, etc.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: PayPal Imposter

Other

I get several calls a day about a loan. I requested a halt at number. It continues. All from various numbers I continue to block.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: None

Online Purchase

I ordered a holster from VNSH.COM on 9/13/25 for $93.89. I have never received it. I have emailed their customer service with no response and when I call their customer service number listed it says they are busy. I believe this is a complete scam, shell company stealing people's hard earned money. Below is the info they list. [email protected] 2121 Lohmans crossing rd Lakeway, TX 78734 888-526-1885

Dollars Lost: $93.89

Austin, TX- 78734

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Vnsh

Other - Loan Scam

H* ******, Alexis here with CNFI USA. I see your recent request for a loan for $$40,000. I was able to get your request pre-approved. If you no longer need the $$40,000, just let me know. Or are you free for a call now? You can also reach us on (844) 699-3623 Text End to opt out

Dollars Lost: $0.0

OK

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: CNFI USA

Phishing - Paypal Imposter Email

Your automatic payment is no longer active You’ll need to contact Apple Store for more details or to reactivate your automatic payments. Here are the details: To: Apple Store For: iPhone 17 Pro Max 512 GB Automatic payment ID: I-DKGV02V83SWA Customer service URL: https://www.applestore.usa.com?Call?PayPal?Support?+1-805-500-6988 Customer service email: [email protected] Customer service phone: 212-848-3835 Note from seller: A transaction of ????????.???? USD was detected.If this wasn’t you, please call (??????) ??????-???????? to stop the payment Automatic payment details Billing cycle starts: Oct 11, 2025 Total cycles: Until cancellation Remaining cycles: of Until cancellation Amount paid each time: ¥4999.00 JPY Payment method: MasterCard ••8887 ________________________________________ Help & Contact | Security | Apps PayPal is committed to preventing fraudulent emails. Emails from PayPal will always contain your full name. Learn to identify phishing Please don't reply to this email. To get in touch with us, click Help & Contact. Not sure why you received this email? Learn more Copyright © 1999-2025 PayPal, Inc. All rights reserved. PayPal is located at 2211 N. First St., San Jose, CA 95131. Hello Invoice Update, Your automatic payment is no longer active You’ll need to contact Apple Store for more details or to reactivate your automatic payments. Here are the details: To: Apple Store For: iPhone 17 Pro Max 512 GB Automatic payment ID: I-DKGV02V83SWA Customer service URL: https://www.applestore.usa.com?Call?PayPal?Support?+1-805-500-6988 Customer service email: [email protected] Customer service phone: 212-848-3835 Note from seller: A transaction of ????????.???? USD was detected.If this wasn’t you, please call (??????) ??????-???????? to stop the payment Automatic payment details Billing cycle starts: Oct 11, 2025 Total cycles: Until cancellation Remaining cycles: of Until cancellation Amount paid each time: ¥4999.00 JPY Payment method: MasterCard ••8887 ________________________________________ Help & Contact | Security | Apps PayPal is committed to preventing fraudulent emails. Emails from PayPal will always contain your full name. Learn to identify phishing Please don't reply to this email. To get in touch with us, click Help & Contact. Not sure why you received this email? Learn more Copyright © 1999-2025 PayPal, Inc. All rights reserved. PayPal is located at 2211 N. First St., San Jose, CA 95131. PayPal RT000076:en_US(en-US):1.0.0:772d49b73ed14 Sent me email statingI purchased iPhone 17

Dollars Lost: $0.0

CA

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Paypal Imposter

Counterfeit Product

I ordered a diesel truck delete kit 6/18/25 for my truck that was being repaired due to a recall by RAM. The delete kit had only a 4 week time window to use it, so I downloaded it and drove 6 hours (on military leave) to pick up my truck and use the delete kit. I had to end up having the truck towed to another (different) mechanic because it wouldn't start. While dealing with all the issues with my truck and with RAM, I only just recently contacted the company I ordered the delete kit from to see if they could reissue the kit when I get my truck back from the mechanic since the previous one expired before I was able to use it. They denied the request and asked if I wanted to pay $200 more for a lifetime license of the kit, and I said no since I already paid $600 for the first one I didnt get to use. I asked for a refund instead since I can prove the delete kit was never used. They then emailed me back calling me rude and disrespectful, and said they would upgrade my license for free if I asked them. I already asked for a refund and am no longer interested in using their product, nor can I even validate it is a working product since I wasn't able to put it on my truck. Their website has no information about the owners or a physical address, and I can't dispute the charge since it's been too long. This business has shady practices and short windows of time where you get scammed out of the money if you aren't able to use the product.

Dollars Lost: $600

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Empire Diesels

Online Purchase

I purchased a hand held turbo air blower using the shop app the the purchase was made to Aerium my store it was supposed to be a 1000g air blower with charger and 2 batteries and a case instead the sent a piece of of junk no batteries no charger no case I have pictures and receipts to my surprise no phone# just a website that no one answers for returns

Dollars Lost: $89.99

Na, FL

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Aerium my store

Online Purchase

Facebook pop up ad showed clothing trademarked as Coldwater Creek for a greatly reduced price. I order two items totaling $25.28 and charged it to my credit card. The charge was posted on August 30. My credit card bill arrived today indicating that the charge was in fact made. I notified my credit card company, and they will investigate.

Dollars Lost: $25.28

CO

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: kdwear Capivity

Employment - Employment

Text message reading: Hello, I'm Beth from TBWA. We are looking for a remote assistant to help run our online business. The working hours are 60 to 90 minutes per day, 4 days a week. The daily salary is guaranteed to be between 150 and 480 US dollars. No experience is required and comprehensive training will be provided. There are limited positions available. If you are over 23 years old, please send a text6574180908 message for more information.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: TBWA

Online Purchase - Online Purchase

Scammer represented himself as a Royal Carribean agent and said the price of our cruise was reduced. Explained that original price would be refunded, and new price would be billed. No refund came from Royal Carribean as they never received payment from scammer.

Dollars Lost: $6469.11

Iowa City, IA- 52240

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Impersonator of Royal Carribean

Debt Collections - Debt collections scam

Just threatened me to contact them but never gave me any info on reason I asked why and they said they can not give info in text that I had to call.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

TX

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: MLS group

Employment

The attack came from: +62 831 37328053 Hello, my name is Isabella and I'm a recruiter at Warner Bros. We saw your profile on several online recruitment platforms and were impressed by your background and experience. We are currently offering a flexible part-time opportunity where you can work in your free time. This position is responsible for assisting YouTubes and major brands to increase data traffic. The work content is simple and we will provide free training to help you get started quickly. The daily salary ranges from US$50 to US$3000. When you work 3 days, you can get an additional salary of US$300, and when you work 4 days, you can get an additional salary of US$1000. You can get your salary immediately after the work is completed. All payments are made on the same day. If you would like to join us, please send a text message to this cell phone number:16612277855

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Phishing - Mortgage services group, LLC

Post card asking me to call 866.773.4232 about a recently closed mortgage recorded January 08, 2025

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Mortgage services group LLC

Online Purchase - Facebook Ad

I ordered a "2 step looper" beading tool advertised on Facebook. It had been posted at $26.99 and that I got 40% off the cost. I charged it to my credit card. Subsequently, I got an email from "PayPal" saying it was charged to my PayPal account via my credit card. They wrote: One Step Looper Pliers $26.99 USD 1 $26.99 USD Shipping and handling $6.99 USD Sales Tax $9.95 USD Discount -$2.16 USD Total $45.28 USD Payment $43.12 USD This transaction will appear on your statement as PAYPAL *MIDEJUBSHOP MID" There was writing was in chinese (I think) and english. I called paypal and they said nothing was charged to my account; but for me to monitor it. I checked my credit card and it was charged to that account. I waited to see if it ever arrived. It did, but is of very poor quality and is very oily. I sent them an email to the address they provided: [email protected] It got returned to me as an invalid email address.

Dollars Lost: $43.12

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Facebook Ad

Advance Fee Loan

Received a text message stating that I applied for a loan for $50,000 it included a link.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Ignition Financial

Phishing - Bank of America / impostor

Received three text messages stating they were from Bank of America and had three different charge amounts $228.30, purchased at Amazon and $228.15, and $228.15 Purchased at Apple, all located in Billings, Montana.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Billings, MT

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Bank of America / impostor

Online Purchase - Sports Booking Online App Scam

Gwin claims to be a sportsbook but has different rules and basically doesn’t allow you to take your money out no matter how much you bet.

Dollars Lost: $10

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Gwin

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