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Government Agency Imposter - Phishing

I was trying to purchase TSA precheck - I did a goggle search and American Best Filing popped up first on the search. It said it booked me an appointment yesterday at 3:00pm and it gave me the correct address and everything. But when i got to my appointment yesterday the lady told me I had been scammed. She had saw this happen many times before. [email protected]

Dollars Lost: $97

Novato, CA- 94947

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: American Best Filing IMPOSTER


Phishing

Caller represented to be third party contractor; hired by lawyers looking to serve court documents regarding pending claim against family member. stated lawyer group "Premier". Was told to have family member contact them at 1 855 374 5742. Seemed very similary to example, posted.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

VT

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Premier


Employment - Employment Scam

Hi, this is Aria from Amazon Recruiting. We came across your profile and think you could be a great fit for a part-time remote role. The position involves supporting Amazon merchants with product updates to improve visibility. • Flexible hours: 60–90 minutes/day, 4 days a week • Pay: $250–$500 per day (base $1,000 per 4 working days) • Benefits: Free training + 15–20 days paid vacation annually Currently, we have 20 openings. If you’re interested and 25 or older, please text "7135143057" for details

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon-Imposter


Phishing - Homeowner Protection Division

First-Class Mail Presorted U.S Postage Paid Dallas, TX Permit No. 2650 Homeowner Protection Division Home Records Division Full name front and back No return address "Warranty Replacement Notice. Call 1-888-413-5452 for uninterrupted protection. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION"

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Dallas, TX

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Homeowner Protection Division


Phishing - 1(888) 307-2075

US Postage PAID Permit No. 1209 Zip Code 23231 Attention: Our records indicate that you have not contacted us regarding the vehicle service contract on your vehicle. Please call 1-888-307-2075 with your current mileage before December 11, 2025. (car warranty scam text) Lists Operating hours in CST

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Henrico, VA

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Advance Fee Loan - CNFI USA

, this is Alexis from CNFI USA. I see that you recently requested a loan for $40,000. I was able to get your pre-approved. Do you have a few mins to discuss next steps? You can also reach us on (844) 699-3623. Text End to opt out

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: CNFI USA


Employment

They said ill copy and paste: Thank you and Tuesday -9th of Dec. is the deadline to complete the tasks below- Here are the next steps in the hiring process: 1. Compliance Forms: You should have received an email from [email protected] with the subject "REMINDER - Complete MANTECH's Compliance Forms ASAP" regarding the Applicant Questionnaire. Please complete this as soon as possible. If you cannot find the email in your Inbox, kindly check your trash, junk, and spam folders. 2. Relocation and Employment System: Please confirm your willingness to relocate to Germany and that you are agreeable to working under the German employment system. 3. Start Date: Please provide your earliest possible start date. 4. Resume Update: Your attached resume needs to be updated to account for any gaps in your career history. If you have any gaps longer than one month, please document them by listing "Unemployed" with the corresponding dates (e.g., Unemployed from [Start Date] to [End Date]). Additionally, please ensure your resume includes the details of your High School Diploma, including the institution's name, location, and graduation date. Once these steps are completed- I will call you to discuss all the details. To facilitate communication given the time difference, please consider downloading WhatsApp, as it will allow us to connect more easily. Aygozel Tayyrova Technical Recruiter | Defense Sector Cell: +49 179 6766016 ManTech Europe Systems Corp. [email protected]

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Mantech


Online Purchase - https://www.acssart.com

The "toy" ball with exposed electrical parts inside the "ball" which is pretty much open. It's unsafe and the ads are misleading.

Dollars Lost: $63

WA

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: https://www.acssart.com


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

I ordered a sofa bed thinking it was from Overstock.com. After I had already paid, I never received a confirmation or anything. I’ve been checking into it and it still says not shipped and it was ordered early November. I sent an email asking for a refund because I never received it, but I have not received a response. There is no contact phone number to reach them. I just want my money back.

Dollars Lost: $78.69

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Overstock-impostor


Employment - Employment

They want me to receive packages addressed to someone else. Open and snap photo. Seal back with tape and print a shipping label provided in dashboard they have me sign into. And ship packages any post office, ups etc

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Madison, MS- 39110

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Rivertide Express


Online Purchase

Ordered a product 09/21/2025. Did not receive any information nor tracking. Contacted via emailed 10/31/2025. Was told that it would be shipped within 2 business days. Received tracking 11/30/2025. Package had wrong address on it, was delivered 12/04/2025. USPS cannot do anything about retrieving my package. Contacted seller again, received no response.

Dollars Lost: $39

TX

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Mio Stitches


Phishing - Locator Scam

This is Jeanette Davis. I am a private locator hired by our client to locate. {redacted}, about a pending legal matter. It is your legal right to contact us at 1866-362-1765.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Janette Davis


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

Purchased 3 sets and was given a tracking number. Ordered in October and was told it would be shipping from California and would be here in 3 days. Upon looking at the tracking, it showed leaving from China. Checked tracking everyday as the timeframe passed. I contacted them after it had been sitting at one location for over a week. It magically started moving once I contacted them via email. Received a delivered notice on December 3rd but nothing was there. I contacted them again letting them know and they responded saying they would replace. Once I questioned about the location and requesting a refund they stopped all communication.

Dollars Lost: $76

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Vaxwear


Online Purchase - https://watteimall.com

The ad online showed huge box of the snack cakes that will help lose weight, and I ordered 2 boxes. The product which I received were two tiny bags of 4 very small cakes each.

Dollars Lost: $56.54

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: https://watteimall.com


Phishing - Phishing

I received a email stating a automatic subscription renewal was automatically going to occur on Tuesday December 9 2025. And no further action was required.. Here is a copy of the body of the text wording I received..... Hello, We would like to inform you that your protection plan will renew automatically on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. Order ID: #NP056981934/11401313 Amount Due: USD299.99 No further steps are required to maintain your coverage. For questions or cancellation requests, please call Customer Support at (802) 696-6640. We appreciate your continued confidence. Kind regards, Customer Support Team

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Digital lnvoice Team


Employment - H-vac Scam

He hire me to do some hvac work and after that he never paid me back

Dollars Lost: $500

West Valley City, UT

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: DMZ construtction


Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes - Cheng Charlie Saephan

Screenshot of text message uploaded.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Cheng Charlie Saephan


Bank/Credit Card Company Imposter - Phishing Scam - Chase Bank Impostor

The same exact verbiage as described in the above complaint, including the name Shania. However, the reference number was different. Plus, she spoke so fast that I needed to repeat the message several times. Whoever is doing this is quite clever because all prompts on the call sounded legit except for the part when they ask for your full nine-digit SSN. Please beware!!!!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

New York

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Blue Ease Tallinn

Scammer asked for name , phone , address bank payment.

Dollars Lost: $59.95

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Blue Ease Tallinn


Online Purchase - Monica's Chihuahuas

I was inquiring about a chihuahua puppy she was trying to rehome. I paid $100 to reserve the puppy and almost $300 for vet and chip. She should not be trusted.

Dollars Lost: $397

Miami, MO- 65344

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Monica's Chihuahua's


Phishing - Vanity Award - Directory Solicitation Scam

Received a letter in the mail that wasn't even post marked that I was selected for their magazines "Top Counselors in your region". Tried to get me to go to a website and scan a QR code to enter in information.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

New York, NY- 10019

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Best In Medicine


Phishing - Atlas Legal Group PLLC

Transcript (low confidence) Please call us a notified ****** ***** reference number 25 dash 095987. Transcript (low confidence) Please call us a notified ****** ***** reference number 25 dash 095987. Mishadai from pro serve processing calling to verify if you'll be available to accept and sign for legal documents related to a legal matter. You've been named in. Please contact the conducting legal office with your statement at 844-255-3227. You've been notified. Once we returns the call they threatened with subpoena, and repossession of our home. They had her social security number, address and phone number. But wrong last name (maiden was correct)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Atlas Legal Group PLLC


Credit Cards - united collection bureau inc

owe money on credit card ending in 4167 citi mastercard from citibank n a don’t even have a credit card with them ucb reference number 58745234 called citibank and they don’t know anything about it

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Toledo, OH- 43614

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: united collection bureau inc


Debt Collections - Anderson Tate

To Whom It May Concern, This letter serves as an official notification regarding your outstanding debt under Case Number JSRM-991QC, which has been reported to TransUnion as a derogatory account. Anderson Tate Associates LLC represents Cash Advance USA in this matter. You are urged to take immediate action to resolve this issue within the next six (6) hours to avoid legal escalation, which may include, but is not limited to: - Alleged violations of applicable federal banking regulations - Potential charges related to check fraud and misrepresentation - Unauthorized electronic fund transfer concerns - Formal legal proceedings to recover the full balance DEBT OVERVIEW You currently owe a total of $5,149.40. This balance remains unpaid and has been transferred to Anderson Tate Associates LLC for recovery. Cash Advance USA, as the primary lender, reserves the right to pursue this debt regardless of whether the original loan was issued through one of its affiliated entities, including but not limited to: Speedy Cash USA, Cash Net USA, Ace Cash Express, Check 'n Go, Advance America, Check City, Check Into Cash, Title Max, 100 Days, Net Loan USA, Radiant Cash Loans, Apache Lending, Green Trust Cash, Hummingbird Loans, Sierra Lending, Money Mutual, Viva Payday Loans, Bad Credit Loans, 247FastFunds, Cash USA, Loan Assist USA, Main Street Loans, Prism Loans, 247 Credit Now, PersonalLoans.com, Fax-Free Cash, Payday One, Sonic Cash, Money Tree, Egg Loans, Check Cash Loan, Quickly Payday, Personal Cash Advance, Rapid Cash, Sonic Payday, My Cash Now, National Payday, Cash Central Loans, Cash Net 500, Allied Cash, Super Pawn, Check Smart, Cash America Net, Cash America Pawn, Cash Land, Payday Advance. PAYMENT OPTIONS In an effort to avoid further legal actions, your first payment needs to be made today. We are offering the following settlement options: 1. One-time payment of $2,999.99 today – Full resolution of the debt (Savings of $2,149.41) 2. Biweekly payments of $500.00 – Total repayment: $7,325.00 3. Biweekly payments of $300.00 – Total repayment: $8,861.00 4. Weekly payment of $200.00 – Total repayment: $9,409.00 Please note: Lower periodic payment amounts include accrued interest over time, resulting in a higher total repayment amount. Once a payment plan is confirmed, it cannot be altered or modified. FAILURE TO RESPOND Should this matter remain unresolved within six (6) hours, the following actions may be taken in accordance with applicable laws: - Legal case filing with your local jurisdiction - Reporting to major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) - Court-authorized wage garnishment proceedings (where permitted) - Civil litigation seeking recovery up to $32,000.00 (plus legal costs) - Notification to third parties or financial institutions as part of enforcement procedures HOW TO RESPOND Please reply directly via email: [email protected] COMMUNICATION NOTICE Email is the preferred method of communication. Phone inquiries are not monitored. If you have questions regarding your rights or obligations, we encourage you to seek legal advice without delay. Sincerely, Anderson Tate Associates LLC 117 S Lexington St Harrisonville, MO 64701 Phone: (816) 553-4547 Email: [email protected] Website: https://andersontateassociate.com

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Harrisonville, MO- 64701

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Anderson Tate Associates LLC


Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Fake Home Warranty Notice Scam

I received scam letter that said: Response to this notice requested It is important you contact our office at 1-888-404-4504 upon receiving this notice to avoid any unnecessary delays in your coverage before 12/16/2025. This notice is to inform you that the properties home warranty at X address Secured by Lee Bank may be expiring or has already expired. Our records indicate that you have not contacted us yet to get your home warranty up-to-date. Please call immediately as this will be our Final Attempt to notify you about activating your home warranty. Failure to call and prevent a potential lapse in coverage could result in you being liable for all costs associated with any home repairs. However, you still may have time left to activate a warranty on your home before it’s too late. No inspection will be required and final acceptance is subject to your ability to meet eligibility requirements. We reserve the right to revoke your eligibility for service coverage after the expiration date of 12/16/2025. Please respond immediately by calling 1-888-404-4504. Sincerely, Vicky Mercer Program Director, 1-888-404-4504. Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 8 AM to 8 PM EST Saturday 11 AM to 5 PM EST Please be advised that the amount you spend on your home, repairs and maintenance will continue to increase overtime. That means that the average cost to fix a replace your air, conditioner, refrigerator, hot water heater, furnace, appliances, and others will only increase with the age of your home. Not all consumers have previous coverage. We are not affiliated with your current mortgage holder.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Advertising

Have a website with goods that I thought were legit. Each time I’ve checked back the goods change and the “discount countdown” starts at the same exact hour-minute-second.

Dollars Lost: $900

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: United Pet Home


Advance Fee Loan - CNFI Scam

Hi (target), this is Alexis from CNFI USA. I see that you recently requested a loan for $50,000. I was able to get your pre-approved. Do you have a few mins to discuss next steps? You can also reach us on (844) 699-3623. Text End to opt out Ingot this text. I have not asked for a loan anywhere.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: CNFI USA


Phishing - The Tax Resolution Company

This company has called every single day several times a day and when asked to be taken off the call list as I am on the do not call list they just hang up.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: The Tax Resolution Company


Retail Business

The website looked exactly like the real Pandora website. I was buying Christmas gifts and clicked the site believing it was the legitimate Pandora website.

Dollars Lost: $500

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Pandora Impostor


Phishing - Tik Tok Scam

They tried to get emails and banking information phone numbers credit card information were we bank

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Sebina kleck


Phishing - Chime Security Impostor

First a text message from "Chime", asking me if I made a debit purchase, I replied no then they responded an agent was going to call me; my phone rang my caller ID said chime.... The woman on the other side said she was chime security and they were going to set up a new profile for me with a new account number since someone tried to identity theft me.... In the end she sent me an email from chime and worked through the app like she was fa real chime security and told me in 48 hours my new account number was going to be in my app and my money was going to be there as well, my account number remained the same, I called the back that she called me from asking were was my money, she answered the phone and said it hasn't been 48 hours only 24, at 48 hours time that number was no longer in service and my money never showed up O filed 2 dispute with chime they denied both and refuse to give me my money back this was my payroll direct deposit

Dollars Lost: $681

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Chime Security


Phishing - Amazon Imposter

Callers identifying themselves as representatives of Amazon Logistics call repeatedly attempting to gain building access codes and other data about the business and community; Amazon has confirmed that these calls are not from them

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon Logistics


Phishing - Loan Approval Phishing Scam

I get calls 3 times a day from different/random number leaving some version of the following VM: “ I called about your previous loan request your file is now showing nearly approved for $57,000 if you're still looking to move forward press one to speak with underwriting or call 866-959-1687 and ask about your pending approval you may remember applying with us in the past for a personal or consolidation loan at that time we couldn't proceed but that's changed rates have come down and underwriting has opened up especially for borrowers with lower credit if this is still something you need press one now or call us back at 866-959-1687 when you call and just mention your approval reference if you have one to opt out simply press nine…” I block and report every time and keep getting calls from new numbers.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

MA

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Loan Underwriting


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

On line order was placed. Received an e-mail saying order had been shipped with a tracking number. Tracked order to Hong Kong where it stopped. Contacted company a few weeks later and they told me they would resend my order. Sent me a new tacking number. Shipment got to Hong Kong again and disappeared. Have not seen nor heard anything since. Requested a refund but have not heard back. Crickets.

Dollars Lost: $198

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: duymodelmaker


Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes - Pricewater House Spoof

The scammer continuously contacted my 83 year old father. The scammer told him he won 7 million dollars and asked for $2500 in order to receive his winnings.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Charlotte, NC

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Pricewater House Spoof


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

This website charges your card without even getting doctor approval first. On top of it, after being charged initially(6.95) a month goes by and I was charged again for $31.95 for a subscription I wasn’t even signed up for, because I never completed the doctor approval. Business was contacted and I was told that my order was sent out for delivery already and cannot be refunded. Also was told I got a $25 credit but my account is now deactivated and I’m just like lost on how this is legal.

Dollars Lost: $37.95

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Blue Chew


Online Purchase - Dicks Sporting Goods Imposter

It’s pretty simple. I was just online shopping and a fake site popped up like it was a part of Dick‘s and they copywriting and they’re playing as they were the company which they shouldn’t be doing. It’s a bad time of the year. I just won’t be able to be aware and I appreciate it if you guys can get this handled thanks so much. Have a great day happy holidays concern citizen

Dollars Lost: $158.08

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Dick’s Sporting Goods


Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare - Medicare Calls

Harassment they are calling me at least 20 times a day from different numbers

Dollars Lost: $0.0

OH

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Medicare Medicaid


Debt Collections - EZ Money Loans

Person called my parent who told me to contact them or I'm going to jail. I called the number and they claimed I borrowed 4,832.00. I was told if I didn't pay them I'm going to court and getting arrested. They now know about my bank account information.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: EZ Money Loans


Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

Congratulations, dear receiver! This is Facebook’s Chief Operating Officer, Javier Olivan. I am happy to let you know that you have been selected as one of the fortunate winners and will receive $750,000.00 in cash. You have been chosen as one of the few winners for this month based on your profile. Please TEXT your claim code, 182FB, to Mr. Jose Reyna, the claim officer, at (205)-218-9654 in order to pick up your prize. NOTE: To make sure that your profits are unaffected, please remember to conduct polite conversations with our representative. Congratulations and best wishes!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare - Centennial Med Supply LLC

From Aprill 22, 2025 to October 22, 2025, Centennial Med Supply used my Medicare number, which I did not give, to file 5 claims to Medicare for aA4352-Coude Tip Urinary Catheter. Medicare paid $1764 each totaling $8820.00 to this company. The doctor used in each of these claims, Dr. Gary J Petty a physician for Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington WV. Cabell Huntington said the doctor hasn't worked for them for about 2 years. I reported the April 2025 and August 2025 claims to Medicare Fraud. I was not aware of the others until I received an EOB from my previous secondary insurance Mutual of Omaha. I have no idea how this crooked company obtained my Medicare number.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Denver, CO- 80222

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Centennial Med Supply LLC


Online Purchase - The Leather Farm

Claimed the purse was a certain size in top quality buffalo leather. The item is not the correct size. It is not high-quality top leather. It is junk. They are not answering emails. They are not answering their phone calls. The item I received it’s not the item I ordered. It is junk.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Hamilton, NJ- 08619

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: The Leather Farm


Advance Fee Loan - Ridgegate Financial / impostor

All of a sudden, I've been harrassed with multiple phone calls a day from an entity claiming to be Ridgegate Financial. I've never used or heard of this company before. They use an automation to contact and it gives options to speak with a representative or be taken off their call list. They will leave voicemails after each call. They use many different phone numbers, although I've been blocking each of them. It's annoying and disruptive to my every day life.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Ridgegate Financial / impostor


Online Purchase - https://credzy.com/

They said that they offered credit repair services and that the membership was $29.99 a month and IF they did work to repair one's credit that its up to the person's discretion if they choose to pay the $189.99 "work fee" well i sent multiple emails in the first 2 days and I also followed up with a call to cancel my membership and they still deducted the $189.99. This company uses a mobile App called Credzy which they are partnered with.

Dollars Lost: $218

Hildale, UT

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Credit Innovation Group


Online Purchase - Online Purchase scam

Ordered a dress 2 months ago and unable to make contact of when it is. Tracking number also doesn’t work.

Dollars Lost: $95

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Miss Ord


Employment - Intentional Living Coaching

Mary Kent contacted me two weeks ago regarding a job interview we had a scheduled time to meet. She sent me a Google meets link that was fraudulent, I told Mary to call me on the phone and she never did. She tried to reschedule with me 5 times after this first instance.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Summit, NJ

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Intentional Living Coaching


Online Purchase - Shecurve

I placed an order with SheCurve and never received my items. For over a month, I have contacted the company repeatedly with no resolution and only inconsistent, misleading, and unprofessional responses. The company claimed the package was delivered, but could not provide valid proof. Instead, they asked me to “prove my address” by sending photos of my home—an unreasonable and inappropriate request. Throughout this process, SheCurve provided false updates, including claims of ongoing “investigations,” promised refunds, and supposed reshipments that never occurred. Each message contradicted the last, and no legitimate action was ever taken to fix the issue. After researching the company further, I discovered that many other customers have reported the same pattern of undelivered orders, false claims, and refusal to issue refunds. It has become clear that this company operates in a deceptive manner and has a history of scamming customers. I am requesting a full refund immediately, as I have fulfilled every request from the company and have still not received my order or any truthful resolution.

Dollars Lost: $79

Denver, CO- 80230

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Shecurve


Employment - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

I applied to an HR Assistant position for First HR Connect via LinkedIn. The recruiter (Veronica Pavlenko) emailed me a questionnaire, I even received a call from a John Conturso ("HR"), a TX phone number (972-638-0103). After hanging up with John, I did a bit of research. My initial hunch was that there was a misspell on the company's website. The recruiter and John Conturso were nowhere to be found on the company's website, and there was no business contact information for them (on emails). Furthermore, emails/communications came from [email protected] (and not .com). This might be used to hide a true identity. Be very careful as scammers are becoming more sophisticated.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

TX

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: First HR Connect


Online Purchase

I was attempting to order an item as a Christmas gift. I want a green elphaba owala water bottle, a product of the Wicked movies. I typed in the bottle that I was looking for and this website came up. https://wickedforgoods.com. I went through the ordering process, there was a note that the shipping date would be given when the order was complete. This did not happen. So I responded to the email that I received confirming the purchase, asking for delivery date. I also stated that If it would not be delivered before Christmas, I did not want the item. That email address, [email protected], was not found. So I went to Paypal and found another emaiI address, [email protected], that I have sent correspondence to without a response. I also received another email from Paypal that the vendor, GUIORL ACA had updated the total amount of my transaction to $46.00, which I did not approve. I am adding screenshots of the transactions and the emails I have sent.

Dollars Lost: $46

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 9, 2025

Business Name Used: Wicked for Goods


CryptoCurrency

Business Names Involved: Hellobit (also referred to as TSQ) KOGOLD EA Group Individuals claiming to represent the companies: Henry Jones and Quentin Reed Summary of the Issue: I am reporting what appears to be an organized online investment scam involving Hellobit (TSQ), KOGOLD, and individuals claiming to work for EA Group. The operation uses deceptive trading claims, pressure tactics, false emergencies, and sudden account freezes to force additional deposits and prevent withdrawals. I believe these entities are actively scamming consumers and may continue to target more people. Detailed Description of Events 1. Initial Contact and Trading Claims I was contacted by individuals representing Hellobit/TSQ who stated that I had a “trade account” with them. They claimed they would arrange meetings with someone named Henry Jones, who would provide three trading signals to help generate profits. I was also told I needed to recruit additional people into the business before they would provide more trading signals—an indicator of a pyramid-style scheme. 2. Claims of a Cyberattack and Forced 10% Deposit Approximately one month ago, the representative “Henry Jones” claimed that Hellobit had experienced a cyberattack. They informed me that I needed to deposit 10% of the funds in my Hellobit account to “prove ownership” and to “recover” my funds. This demand was made under pressure and with threats that I would lose access to my money if I did not comply. 3. Sudden Deadline and Transfer to a New Platform (KOGOLD) After forcing the 10% payment, they suddenly changed the terms and said I had 7 days to take action or my funds would be impacted. Shortly after, they claimed the Hellobit platform was no longer usable and that all accounts would be frozen until 2027. They pushed me to join a new platform called KOGOLD, requiring an additional $1,000 deposit to continue trading. 4. New Representative and Lack of Certification On KOGOLD, I was assigned to a new handler named Quentin Reed, who said he was working with EA Group. I asked him for certification or regulatory documentation, especially for the United States. He told me they were not certified in the USA and implied that I was “causing trouble” for asking. This is highly suspicious and indicates they are operating without proper authorization. 5. Pattern Consistent With Financial Scams The pattern includes: False promises of “trading signals” Recruiting others as a condition for access Sudden fake emergencies (e.g., cyberattack) Pressure to deposit more money Account freezes to prevent withdrawals Moving users to a new platform to repeat the scam Refusal to provide licensing or regulatory information Intimidation when questioned Because of these behaviors, I strongly believe Hellobit, TSQ, KOGOLD, and EA Group are conducting a coordinated investment scam designed to steal funds and continue targeting new people. Impact on Me I have been unable to withdraw my funds. I was pressured and manipulated into making additional deposits. My account was supposedly “frozen until 2027,” making my money inaccessible. This has caused significant financial stress and emotional distress. Desired Resolution I request that the BBB investigate these entities for fraudulent and deceptive practices. I request assistance in warning other consumers about these companies. I seek guidance on how to recover my funds, if possible, and prevent these individuals from continuing to scam others.

Dollars Lost: $2000

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Date Reported: December 9, 2025

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