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Employment - Gorilla Logic / impostor

Received a text message for an interview with Gorilla Logic. I have never applied to this company before, so I did not reply to continue the "interview" process. A search of the phone number led to another post here for a different company name.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Gorilla Logic / impostor

Investment

Phone number called and asked if i wanted to cash out equity on my home and reinvest in another home

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Can't remember

Online Purchase - Ban bain trade

I was looking at my PayPal charges, I didn’t recognize that one. I looked them up and sure enough I didn’t buy anything from them. It was clear by what others had said we were scammed too. How can people be so awful! The person targeted is a mentally disabled adult child, this happens more to her than you’d ever believe. People engage through email or phone and she instantly thinks she has a new friend. To you scammers, I say Shame on you!! She was scammed so much around the holidays, it’s sickening because they befriend her and they know it, she doesn’t know what a scammer is. But she knows what a friend is, a credit card and how to use her computer, it’s just a shame.

Dollars Lost: $24.35

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Ban bain trade

Employment

Hello, this is Eleanor Garcia, HR Client Service Representative at WBD Global Streaming. We have obtained your phone number by working with multiple HR platforms. As a result, our company has a job for you as a content promotion assistant, which is a great remote part-time/full-time online job with one-on-one coaching to get you started. Paychecks are billed daily. You can earn anywhere from $100 to $500 per day if you wish. Monthly pay is around $6,300. 3-day paid trial period with a $1,000 newbie bonus at the end of the trial period. If this is what you want, send a message to this WhatsApp number +13185018631

Dollars Lost: $0.0

ON-

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Elenor garcia

Phishing - Phishing - Unclaimed Funds Scam

I sent directly to my voicemail. Voicemail then said "Hello, you're eligible to collect $5286.00 Please contact us at www.myreliefcheck.com"

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Tech Support

?? FINAL NOTICE: PAYMENT FAILED service will be paused at 11:59 PM on October 21, 2025 UPDATE PAYMENT NOW ?? This is your final reminder. Unresolved accounts will be automatically locked until billing is updated. If you’ve already updated, no further action is needed. Manage Preferences · Unsubscribe Cloud+ · 1341 Beechwood Dr · Kyle, TX 78640 4 Attachments • Scanned by Gmail

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Johnson City, TN- 37604

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: ?? FINAL NOTICE: PAYMENT FAILED service will be paused at 11:59 PM on October 21 2025 UPDATE PAYMENT NOW ?? This is your final reminder. Unresolved accounts will be automatically locked until billing is updated. If you’ve already updated no further action is needed. Manage Preferences · Unsubscribe Cloud · 1341 Beechwood Dr · Kyle TX 78640 4 Attachments • Scanned by Gmail

Other

Urgent letter from unnamed agency threatening that my home warranty, which I don't have (and I live in a rental apartment to boot!), that is secured by my bank, will expire unless I call them. They say they have been trying to contact me unsuccessfully and that this is the final notice before termination of the non-existent home warranty policy.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase - Online Purchase Scam

I ordered a basic pair of running shoes from Kicks Crew. I was patient at first, as it took almost 2 weeks for a shipping label to be made, however, as the weeks dragged on I grew more and more suspicious. My order was "delayed for postage assessment, held awaiting payment" for several weeks. I contacted customer service at kicks crew to see what the problem was and they continually reassured me they would handle it. A few weeks later my USPS order was marked as LOST. At this point I reached out to Kicks Crew to let them know I would like a refund, but their policy is "once it's shipped, no refunds," so I filed a dispute with the credit card company. I then received a message from Kicks Crew telling me, again, that they would get this handled in 10 days, and that they would refund the shipping costs IF I cancelled my dispute with the credit card company. Fast forward another week and now the USPS package is marked as "The package associated with this tracking number was found to bear counterfeit postage and is now considered Postal Service property under USPS regulations and will not be delivered." So I've been wearing my raggedy old running shoes the last 2 months awaiting my new ones, and now they're not coming. This whole process has been an absolute nightmare.

Dollars Lost: $178.56

New York City, NY

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Kicks Crew

Employment - HireArt Imposter - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

I received the following text message from +63 928 459 1483: Hi! This is Katie Moore from HireArt. I’m reaching out to share a popular online part-time opportunity that has generated a lot of interest. We’re looking for part-time remote assistants aged 23 or older, who can earn $250–$500 per day, with a guaranteed minimum of $1,000 every four working days. The schedule is fully flexible. You only need to work 60 to 90 minutes a day, four days a week. No special skills or prior experience are required, and you will receive hands-on training before officially starting. The work involves helping multiple merchants optimize their products to increase traffic and visibility. You can work entirely from home and set your own schedule. We also offer fifteen to twenty days of paid vacation each year, along with standard leave benefits. We currently have a limited number of positions available. To apply, please reply 'Yes' and we will provide you with the full details.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

NY

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Retail Business - Nearme Locksmith or Locksmith Tech

I call phone number off the internet for a locksmith, he came to my house and unlocked a door with a broken key, and put new lock on. He literally robbed me of $780.00 -----he way over charge me and he knows it. When I tried to call him and get his location he became and sounded very suspicious to me, I tried calling a second time and he would not answer---- He took advantage of me while I was in need, to unlock and fix my door. Please be aware of this person or company------he called me from this phone number 402-284-0090 it comes up on phone as Locksmith Tech This person/ company should be put out of business and in jail. Please Be Aware.

Dollars Lost: $780

Omaha, NE

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Nearme Locksmith or Locksmith Tech

Employment - Kelly Services Impostor

Random text message offering fake employment. 

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Kelly Services Impostor

Rental - Locayt

The company had a rental listing on Zillow with the address of *** Franklin Avenue, Taft, Ca 93268. I requested information about the property through Zillow and received a text message wanting me to fill out a pre-screening application in order to tour the property. The pre-screening cost $49. I was told that once the pre screening was completed, I would receive information about touring the property. I was also told that if we chose not to move forward after we toured the property, the $49 would be refunded. I completed the pre-screening application on 10/1/25 and followed up multiple times and was told that I would get information about the tour once pre-screening was completed. The listing was removed on 10/7/25 and I followed up again asking for a refund since I never toured the property and was told I could not get a refund because I never toured. I have attached screenshots of the conversation.

Dollars Lost: $49

Taft, CA- 93268

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Locayt

Online Purchase - [email protected] / Cavender's Imposter Online Retail Scam

Contact multiple times since June 2025 via email and still refuses to refund money or provide product.

Dollars Lost: $82

TX

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: [email protected] / Cavender's Imposter Online Retail Scam

Online Purchase - E Car Rental

My grandparent searched the internet for a car rental at the Las Vegas airport. He found this phone number promising $25/day but required you to pay with a prepaid debit card. The person on the phone was unable to explain why and could not provide further information. My grandparent did give them personal information but stopped before giving money.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: E Car Rental

Employment

Hello, I am Eleanor Garcia, a Human Resources Customer Service Representative at WBD Global Streaming.   We obtained your phone number through our collaboration with multiple HR platforms. Therefore, our company currently has a Content Promotion Assistant position that is suitable for you. This is an excellent remote part-time/full-time online job that offers one-on-one guidance to help you get up to speed quickly. Salary is settled daily. You can earn between $100 and $500 per day. The monthly salary is approximately $6,300. A 3-day paid trial period is provided, and after the trial period, you will receive a $1,000 new employee bonus.   If you are interested, please send a message to this number: +12154330870

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: WBD GLOBAL STREAMING

Employment

“Thank you for replying to the remote position on our LinkedIn page.” Proceeds to say I need verification and a non-refundable $29.99 background check with a link. Signs email as Maria Aralleno, Leadspire Digital LLC

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Remote, NC

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Leadspire Digital LLC

Counterfeit Product

KateandLauelLife.com is impersonating Kate and Laurel's branded website KateAndLaurel.com. KateandLaurelLife.com pretends to be selling authentic Kate and Laurel products, but is not affiliated with the brand and does not ship product; rather just takes your money. They do not respond to customer inquiries and customers call Kate and Laurel trying to resolve the issue. We (Kate and Laurel brand) are unable to help, given this is a scam site. Kate and Laurel has reached out to KateandLaurellife.com to ask them to stop this scam, but they do not respond and continue to trick consumers.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Kate and Laurel Life impostor

Advance Fee Loan

I have received the same phone call/voicemail from multiple different numbers. Each one states the same thing, "this is Lauren from the lending review dept and we are processing your loan for $58,000. Please call us back". I block the number each time and never answer but they call again. I get 3 or 4 a week.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: This is Lauren from lending review department no specific business listed.

Online Purchase - Passport Website Scam

Their website appeared to be an official government website to renew your passport online. Instead, it gathered more information than it needed (parent's names, etc.) and then sent pre-filled out forms for the government.

Dollars Lost: $189.95

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: US Passport Visa

Online Purchase - Trends Hauler

I order treadmill from Trends Hauler and pay by my credit card. They took money and never conttact me ,no item was send.

Dollars Lost: $39.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Trends hauler

Retail Business - Save our shoe

Fake business not real

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Save our shoe

Online Purchase - Trends Hauler

A ******** add came up for trends hauler so I clicked on the link and made a purchase. The website looks legit with secure checkout icons and good customer reviews. Once I made the purchase I became suspicious because I didn’t receive a confirmation email. On their ******** page there a many reviews from people saying the page had scammed them and stole additional money from them they did not authorize. They made an additional charge to my card for $379 even with my card being locked. I’m disputing the charges with my credit card company now but some how they hacked my phone to make it look like the purchase was made from my device.

Dollars Lost: $379

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Trends Hauler

Counterfeit Product

Listed custom hats on TikTok. Purchased four for $210.00. Items arrived in plastic bags, instead of hat boxes, several weeks later. The item received were nothing like the items I ordered. I received one black hat and three identical beige hats. When I complained, the support person, Britney stated they gave me “upgraded” items. I was not happy and asked for my money back and a return label. Britney offered me 40% of my funds and said I can keep the products. I said no way! You made the mistake, I’m not paying for it. On the website it notes free returns it the fault was their own. If that was enough- after checking my credit card statement, they over charged me for the products by $30 and didn’t inform me! This company is a scam!

Dollars Lost: $231.1

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Rock Hatter

Credit Cards

Called my business's line, the line had a lot of static. They said they were auditing merchant fees and asked about mine on my cc services. Said I had overpaid and asked me to send a PDF copy of my statement to start a case. It all sounded odd, so I told them to email me and I would review it the next day. I used the info in that email to look them up, and it looks like it is just a scam, as I suspected.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Murrells Inlet, SC- 29576

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Merchant Services

Phishing - Wells Fargo - Impostor

I received a final notice claiming I owe money to Welks Fargo bank for delinquent funds owed on my home. I do not have a mortgage nor do I owe anything on this home.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Wellls Fargo

Other - FB Marketplace Car Scam

Found a car on facebook marketplace and then we met up at the location of where the car is, which is a dealership. I bought the car as is. Then I was waiting for my title and plate which never came from the mail. I called the number from their website and it was a completely different company under the same name and they had said that the company I bought my car from is an unlicensed dealer that no longer has a running company. I have their original phone number from the paperwork I was given and they continue to not pick up the phone or call me back.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Battle Creek, MI- 49037

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Battle Creek veterans mortors

Phishing

I got a text that said, “ Carol, your $615 WI Safe Driver balance is still unclaimed. Extended till July 25th. See if you qualify: roadbonusreview.com Stop2End” That was just one of multiple texts that I received. I thought it was from the gov agency at first then realized it was a scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: WI SAFE DRIVER impostor

Online Purchase - Online Purchase

I was trying to purchase from nature sunshine and somehow ended up on nature sunrise website instead. Nature sunrise has the exact same label on their bottle as nature sunshine except the label says nature sunrise. They look exactly the same. Immediately after i placed my order i realized what i had done and tried to cancel the order but they refused. There is no phone number to call.

Dollars Lost: $53.55

Toronto-

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Nature sunrise Impostor

Counterfeit Product - Counterfeit Product

Ad on Instagram showed a crystal advent calendar and said it was from California but it shipped from Finland, taking a month and when it arrived, it was plastic junk with small pebbles and glass

Dollars Lost: $35

CA

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Sosurface.com

Online Purchase - Barbara Huson / Facebook Marketplace / Auto purchase

I bought a 2003 Toyota tacoma pickup for 800.00. Then she wanted 1,000 more for shipping. Then she wanted 1,000 more for taxes. Then she wanted 500.00 more for storage in shiprock nm. Then she wanted 500 more, i dont know why, but i didnt srnd ut to her. I used apple cards. She told me that i had to go through ebay to buy this truck. I called ebay and they said that they had no record of this transaction. She told me that i could get my money back if i sent her another 500 to complete the transaction. I didnt send ger any more money and i haven't heard from her since. Thus happened in September. I sent her 2 500 and 11 100 apple cards

Dollars Lost: $3300

Helena, MT- 59602

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Barbara Huson / Facebook Marketplace / Auto purchase

Employment - Employment

They sent this email: Leadspire Digital LLC [H6359] Dear Faustino, Thank you for applying for the open remote position through our LinkedIn page. We're excited to move forward with your application and are pleased to inform you that you've been shortlisted for the interview. --- ?? Position Details Job Type: Full-time Starting Pay: $30/hour --- ?? Mandatory Background Verification Before we can schedule your interview, all shortlisted candidates must complete a quick background and identity verification through TransUnion, one of the major U.S. credit bureaus. This is a one-time secure step required to move forward in the hiring process. We do not evaluate your credit score - we only verify that the background report is completed. --- Step 1 - Complete Your Verification. Access Your Secure Background Check via TransUnion Takes about 3-4 minutes Cost: $29.99 This fee is required by TransUnion (not us) and is non-refundable. Use the above link only - it's tied to your application External or third-party reports will not be accepted --- ?? Step 2 - Finalize Your Report Follow the on-screen steps until your payment is processed and you receive confirmation that your background check is complete. Once your verification is successful, your application will automatically move to the final review stage. There's no need to submit anything manually. --- What Happens Next We'll send you a confirmation email within 24-48 hours. Verified applicants are prioritized for interviews. Applications without verification will not be reviewed further. Best regards, Maria Arellano Leadspire Digital LLC This email is only for the person(s) addressed. Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Leadspire Digitap LLC

Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Bridgeport Business Products

We received an invoice on 10/9/25 for legal items in the amount of $405.18. Upon Google search, the address appeared to be residential, the business was registered on 09/2025. And a search of the phone number brought me here.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Eagle Point, OR- 97524

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Bridgeport Business Products

Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Bridgeport Business Products

Invoice for Bates Pre-Inked Stamp, 4 Side Index Tabs, 3 Dividers for Pleadings for $405.18 to our law firm. We have never heard of this business. There is no working phone number or website for the business.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Eagle Point, OR- 97524

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Bridgeport Business Products

Online Purchase - Off The Record

Was looking for a attorney for my speeding ticket cuz it was over the speed of 25 miles. It directed me to Off The Record. SCAM!!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Seattle, WA- 98101

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Off The Record

Advance Fee Loan

Was going to accept a personal loan from them. They kept changing the way they could send me the money. First it was to my bank then use sofi then they would send me a completely blank check that I would have put in the #, their name and my name. Finally they told me to go to crypto.com and open an account so that they could purchase crypto.bitcoin etc..i don't know alot about all that crypto stuff but it seemed pretty hinky to me..tried talking out of not doing it finally calling me scared. Told them no I could do that.convo ended

Dollars Lost: $0.0

VA

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Freedom credit loans llc

Online Purchase - Bymood

I ordered the supplement for my daughter for ADHD relief via Instagram post. They offered a free gift and straws. After waiting 2.5 months the product has never arrived.

Dollars Lost: $26.77

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Bymood

Online Purchase - VINhistoryUSA

This vin history USA company intentionally deceives customers to try and get them signed up nefariously into a membership program they claim that you'll get a $1.00 vin history but that's a lie you can't actually get a comprehensive report for a dollar and once you've paid for that and don't get it they allegedly sneakily try to get you signed up into a membership agreement they have 0 intent of actually delivering on what their website claims which is a service for a dollar that's an impossibility with them and then they go and they start charging you and they make it very difficult to cancel their entire model is a scam then to cancel they want you to click on some link well hell no fool me once they have to provide some other way for you to cancel than to continue clicking into their scamming links everything I'm trained on says don't click on their links but you have to continue to go down the rabbit hole with them to cancel that can't possibly be the right way or solution so I filed A fraudulent claim with my bank and I got a new debit card so they couldn't charge me anymore because that's the only sure way I won't get scammed again.

Dollars Lost: $29.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: VINhistoryUSA

Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Bridgeport Business Products

Received invoice for products we did not order or receive.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Eagle Point, OR- 97524

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Bridgeport Business Products

Employment - BioVersys AG

The email received: Dear Candidate, Thank you for your interest in joining BioVersys AG. After carefully reviewing your application and qualifications, we are pleased to inform you that you have been selected to advance to the next stage of our recruitment process for the Administrative Assistant and Data Entry Representative positions. To proceed, please contact our Hiring Manager, Mr. Nawaz Khan, via Telegram Messenger (@nawaz_bioversys) and include your reference code BVG-832 for verification. Please note that this opportunity is available exclusively to candidates currently residing in the United States. We look forward to connecting with you and exploring how your skills, professionalism, and dedication can contribute to BioVersys AG’s mission of driving innovation and scientific excellence. Warm regards, Human Resources Department BioVersys AG

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: BioVersys AG

Employment - Bounty shipping

They sens package to my house promising to.pay me for reshipping them and after 30 days they ran off with my money

Dollars Lost: $45000

Portland, OR- 97217

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Bounty shipping

Employment - McCann

I never fall for scams but report them when I can. This is the third text I have received from this particular scam. Just wanting it documented

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: McCann

Employment - Leadspire Digital LLC

Received this email (it seems clear that they know when someome is applying to a job on at least LinkedIn): Leadspire Digital LLC [H6359] Dear [], Thank you for applying for the open remote position through our LinkedIn page. We're excited to move forward with your application and are pleased to inform you that you've been shortlisted for the interview. --- ?? Position Details Job Type: Full-time (Remote) Starting Pay: $30/hour --- Why This Step Matters Our remote roles involve access to company systems, client data, and reimbursement processes. For compliance and security, every applicant must complete an official background check through TransUnion, one of the major U.S. credit bureaus. We do not evaluate your credit score - we only confirm that the background check is completed. This process is fully secure and does not impact your credit score. ---- Step 1 - Complete Mandatory Background Verification Before interviews can be scheduled, all shortlisted candidates are required to complete a quick background & identity verification through TransUnion, one of the major U.S. credit bureaus. Note: This does not affect or check your credit score. It simply verifies your identity so we can move forward securely. Takes approx. 3-4 minutes Fee : $29.99 - required by TransUnion (not us) and non-refundable. Must be completed through the secure link below Reports from other sources will not be accepted Access Your Secure Background Check via TransUnion --- Step 2 - Finalize Your Report 1. Complete the TransUnion verification. 2. Once your background check is confirmed, your application will automatically move to the final review stage. 3. No need to send anything manually. --- What Happens Next You'll receive a confirmation email within 24-48 hours. Verified applicants are prioritized for interviews. Applications without verification will not be reviewed further. Best regards, Maria Arellano Leadspire Digital LLC

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Leadspire Digital LLC

Employment - Leadspire Digital LLC [H6359]

"Your Job Application Has Been Shortlisted!" Dear Applicant, Thank you for applying for the open remote position through our LinkedIn page. We're excited to move forward with your application and are pleased to inform you that you've been shortlisted for the interview. --- ?? Position Details Job Type: Full-time (Remote) Starting Pay: $30/hour --- Why This Step Matters Our remote roles involve access to company systems, client data, and reimbursement processes. For compliance and security, every applicant must complete an official background check through TransUnion, one of the major U.S. credit bureaus. We do not evaluate your credit score - we only confirm that the background check is completed. This process is fully secure and does not impact your credit score. ---- Step 1 - Complete Mandatory Background Verification Before interviews can be scheduled, all shortlisted candidates are required to complete a quick background & identity verification through TransUnion, one of the major U.S. credit bureaus. Note: This does not affect or check your credit score. It simply verifies your identity so we can move forward securely. Takes approx. 3-4 minutes Fee : $29.99 - required by TransUnion (not us) and non-refundable. Must be completed through the secure link below Reports from other sources will not be accepted Access Your Secure Background Check via TransUnion --- Step 2 - Finalize Your Report 1. Complete the TransUnion verification. 2. Once your background check is confirmed, your application will automatically move to the final review stage. 3. No need to send anything manually. --- What Happens Next You'll receive a confirmation email within 24-48 hours. Verified applicants are prioritized for interviews. Applications without verification will not be reviewed further. Best regards, Maria Arellano Leadspire Digital LLC

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Leadspire Digital LLC [H6359]

Employment - Wharf Capital Investment

Received the following text, unsolicited, following applying for other jobs on indeed. No listing on indeed comes up for this company. The website obviously is secure based on the url, but looks very generic and suspect. The "names and photos" of "hr manager, cpo, and ceo' are on the website with official looking icons for their linked in profiles etc but the icon doesnt click through to anything just reloads the existing page with their very generic web page copy on it. I researched these things outside of the text and didnt interact with the links inside the actual message at all due to the fact this info was shared here and someone else said they behaved in further suspicious ways, mentioning crypto and cashier's checks and confirming a scam with the check issuing bank. I copied and pasted the text content below to add my more limited red flag experience to the pile even though nothing beyond the initial text transpired in my case as i didnt interact with the message due to what i found here. "I'm Rodrigo from Wharf Capital Investment( https://wharfcapitalinvestment.com ). we believe your background aligns well with several remote positions we're currently hiring for, including: ALL REMOTE Personal Assistant Customer Service Rep Data Analyst/Entry Staff Accountant Please use the link below to connect with us on Microsoft Teams and schedule a convenient time for your interview: https://teams.live.com/l/invite/FEA3-MJAvlRS8UqZRE?v=g1"

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Wharf Capital Investment

Employment - Skybound Freight

I gave my full name, date of birth, address. Also, had to send a picture of myself holding my driver license.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Denver, CO- 80237

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Skybound Freight

Online Purchase - Online Purchase

Puchased dresses but never received them.

Dollars Lost: $49.98

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: HK Yujin Co Limited

Counterfeit Product - Sproutmalls.com

I saw an ad on Instagram for perennial seeds. The ad showed a person receiving a box of seeds. The ad said they were over 9000 types of seeds in the order. They were on sale for $16.99, with $6.99 shipping. The first problem I had was that they also charged me $7.45 sales tax but I live in Oregon so I disputed that charge but they refused to reverse it according to PayPal. I kept getting shipping updates saying it was going through customs having come from Ireland. Then the day after they said it made it through customs. They said it had arrived in my mailbox. I looked in my mailbox and there was a very tiny package from California.( from someone named Gichael Lichael , 1 west redondo beach blvd , Gardena, ca ) There was a very small packet of seeds about 2 1/2 x 2 1/2”. No identifying information or instruction and no invoice. I have attached a picture. Billed from “mox wcicf

Dollars Lost: $32.28

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Sproutmalls.com

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

I ordered a product with minilabbies. Not only the product does not work at all. Upon reaching out to customer service to request a return they had blatantly lied and told me their return policy is only 7 days. Their website clearly states 30 days from the day you receive the product. Additionally, this business seems to be not very legitimate as they dint even have a support phone number or an address associated with this. I would believe that this is a Chinese company intent of misleading customers.

Dollars Lost: $180

Unknown Location

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Minilabbies

Counterfeit Product - VitaRenew

The scam was perpetrated by a woman posing as a doctor who did a long presentation touting the gummies as promoting gut health and skin renewal

Dollars Lost: $294

Aurora, CO- 80011

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: VitaRenew

Government Agency Imposter

On 10/20/2025 I received two separate letters from the same "company", listed as "Business Posting Department" with a mailing address of 911 Central Ave., Suite 24-199, Albany, NY 12206 and another listed as the Business Resource Center with a mailing address of 911 Central Ave., Ste 24 PM#373, Albany NY 122206-1304. Both documents appear to purposely be constructed to look like official correspondence from New York State. The first, entitled "Certificate of Status Request Form", all but demands they be sent $87.25 (in my case), for them to send me a copy of a "New York Certificate of Status" for a PLLC I recently formed. The second all but demands $92.58 (in my case) to be mailed a copy of state and federal labor law postings. This letter directly implies not purchasing this may subject the business owner to substantial civil penalties.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

NY

Date Reported: October 21, 2025

Business Name Used: Business Resource Center

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