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Tax Collection

I have received this call and voice message a few times: Hello, this is Amanda with American Tax Advisors. Today is Friday. I'm calling regarding a time sensitive matter involving tax balances or unfiled tax returns that still need.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Mountain View, CA, USA - 94040

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Amanda with American Tax Advisors

Credit Cards

I continue to receive phone calls that leave this type of voice message: Hello, this is Stephanie Howard with the underwriting department at American Loans. Today is [DATE], and I'm calling regarding your recent loan inquiry tied to [PHONE NUMBER]. We've reevaluated your previous request for up to $58,000 and due to recent updates to our underwriting guidelines, you now qualify, even if you were previously declined or have lower credit. If you're still interested in a loan to help with personal expenses or debt consolidation, please give us a call back at 855-587-5047 to speak directly with the underwriting department. This preapproval is time sensitive. So we encourage you to call today before it expires. If you are no longer interested in a loan, please call the number shown on your caller ID to opt out, we look forward to assisting you.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Mountain View, CA, USA - 94040

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Stephanie Howard at American Loans

Credit Repair/Debt Relief

Applied for direct reserve credit card in April 2026. Waited for my card as well as had email correspondence telling me to wait longer for my card in June 2026. The email addresses I contacted were… [email protected] [email protected] Finally got logged into my acct using last 4 of SS and DOB THE FIRST WEEK IN JULY. The website told me I was not granted credit and to reserve a refund check for the 95.00 in fees I paid. I did so. Today is August 17th. I have no refund, am getting no response from the emails and cannot find a correct customer service phone that doesn’t hang up on me.

Dollars Lost: $95

Victim Location: Aurora, CO, USA - 80011

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Reserve Card Direct Credit Card

Employment - Shopping Prime LLC Employment Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

I applied for one position, but when the company reached out to me, they were offering me a completely different role. I started Googling the company to learn more about it and quickly realized it was connected to a scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Forney, TX, USA - 75126

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Shopping Prime LLC Employment Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

Employment - Delivery Bird LLC Employment Courier Reshipping Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

I received a call from Diane Diana’s regarding a job opportunity. I was told packages will be delivered to my house for me to expect making sure there was no damages. Once I uploaded a pic of the merchandise I would receive a label to send the packages off to fedex, UPS, and the Postal Service. Once I received a receipt them I uploaded to the portal. Each package I received was $20 plus $5 if the package is sent off the same day. Once my payday came I was lock out the system and I was told the system was down. Then a week later my calls was no longer working.

Dollars Lost: $4200

Victim Location: Forney, TX, USA - 75126

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Delivery Bird LLC Employment Courier Reshipping Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Relay Wire / Web Envy / Med Pulse Fake Invoice Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

An email was sent to our account payable department via email for an amount of $9,497.00. The AP team notices several inconsistencies with the invoice and reached out to our IT team to confirm. Every item listed in the attached invoice is a fake service and trying to get money from the company. The IT team found: Their website tracks back to an IP address (148.113.14.82) that is located in India which is very suspicious. The physical address they have listed is a vacant office and searching the address there are other reports of it used for scams.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Saint George, UT, USA - 84790

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Relay Wire / Web Envy / Med Pulse Fake Invoice Phishing and Identity Theft Scam

Online Purchase

Mailed product twice money taken from my pay pal never authorized

Dollars Lost: $84

Victim Location: Fort Benton, MT, USA - 59442

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Jose Mercado

Debt Collections - Process Server Imposter Debt Collections Vishing and Identity Theft Scam

They keep calling me , my ex husband , my girlfriend

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Wichita Falls, TX, USA - 76308

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Process Server Imposter Debt Collections Vishing and Identity Theft Scam

Online Purchase

I ordered a purse and hot a confirmation of my order and never received it! After several attempts to email the company i still have not heard back from them.

Dollars Lost: $140

Victim Location: Chicago, IL, USA - 60636

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Off days LA

Online Purchase

I wasn't approached. I just received a package that I didn't order and it was from that particular company. When I checked on it they were saying there was a lot of scam going on with that name.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Palestine, TX, USA - 75803

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Jose Mercado

Online Purchase

Based on my experience, there are serious inconsistencies between how this business presents itself online and what happens when you actually need to make a return. The company presents itself as a Nashville business and lists a Nashville address on its website. However, I could not verify a physical store operating under this name at that address. The website is now stating that they are “moving,” which raises even more questions for me about the address they previously provided. Everything seemed fine until I received an item that I wanted to return. Initially, instead of simply providing return instructions, they asked me to send photos of the item's measurements, the size tag, and, if possible, a photo showing how the item fit. I provided everything they requested. They eventually responded with return instructions, but this raised another major concern: I was told to ship my return to the following address in the United Kingdom: UK Warehouse 16 Queens Court, Greets Green Road West Bromwich, B70 9EG United Kingdom If this is a Nashville-based company, why are customers being instructed to return merchandise internationally to a warehouse in the UK? This was certainly not what I expected when purchasing from a business presenting itself as being located in Nashville. There is also no phone number where I could speak with someone directly. My original order took almost a month to arrive, and the entire return process has been unnecessarily complicated. After experiencing these issues, I researched the company further and found extremely concerning BBB customer reviews. I wish I had done that research before placing my order. For me, there are simply too many red flags: a Nashville business address where I could not verify a store under this name, a notice claiming they are now “moving,” no customer-service phone number, an order that took almost a month to arrive, an unusually complicated return process, and finally being instructed to send my return to a warehouse in the United Kingdom. Had I known before purchasing that I might have to ship a return internationally to the UK, I would never have placed the order. Buyer beware. I would not purchase from this company again. I strongly recommend that anyone considering ordering from them research the business, its reviews, its physical location, and especially its return process before making a purchase.

Dollars Lost: $87.92

Victim Location: Panacea, FL, USA - 32346

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Curve & Bloom

Online Purchase

I placed an order and soon realized after that I was signed up for a subscription. Before I even received my first order I contacted the company through email and was assured my subscription had been cancelled. The following month my card was charged again & a new order arrived. I called their customer service number and told them I wanted it cancelled they assured me again this time it was cancelled. I could not stop the package and was charged $103.00. I then sent the package back but I used the return address on the box they delivered. I did not send it to their return place apparently. They did provide a portal but I did not see I had a label on the email. While I was dealing with this my card was charged a second time for another order this one I was able to stop before it shipped. They refunded this one. They won’t refund the one I sent to the address on the package they sent me. I still feel they should still try to make this right even though I sent it to one of their other shipping locations. I needed to contact them 3 times to stop them from charging my card. I finally decided to change my card number. I think if I wouldn’t have done this they would have continued to charge it. This was a horrible experience! I would not recommend ordering from them they will just continue to keep charging you even after trying to cancel their subscription.

Dollars Lost: $100

Victim Location: Lakewood, WI, USA - 54138

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Ambrosia Collective

Online Purchase

Healthy Petz scams people by automatically enrolling them into an unwanted subscription. They have NO contact info and have refused to stop my subscription that I didnt want.

Dollars Lost: $186

Victim Location: Riverside, RI, USA - 02915

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Healthy Petz

Online Purchase

SCAM — BUYER BEWARE! I strongly recommend doing your research before ordering from this company. Based on my experience, I do not believe this business operates as it represents itself online. The address listed on its website does not appear to have a physical store with this name at that location. They are now stating on their website that they are “moving.” Given that I could not verify a business operating under this name at the address they provided, I find this explanation extremely concerning. In my opinion, it raises even more questions about why that address was listed as their business location in the first place. Everything seemed fine until I received an item that I needed to return. That is when the problems started. When I contacted the company about the return, instead of providing straightforward return instructions, they asked me to send: Photos showing the actual measurements of the item (length, waist, etc.) A clear photo of the size tag If possible, a photo showing how the item fit They assured me that once they received this information, their team would review it and find a resolution. I provided everything they requested, and then they stopped responding. There is no phone number where I could reach anyone. Even more concerning, their return/exchange policy appears to suggest that if you need a different size, you should simply go back to the website and purchase another item, without clearly explaining what you are supposed to do with the original item or how to return it for a refund. After this happened, I researched the company further and found extremely concerning BBB customer reviews. I wish I had done that research before ordering. My order also took almost a month to arrive, and based on the shipping and my experience, this does not appear to be the U.S.-based retail operation I believed I was purchasing from. Buyer beware. My experience was that the company communicated with me until I requested a return, asked me to provide extensive photographic evidence, and then stopped responding after I complied. The questionable business address, the claim that they are now “moving,” the lack of a phone number, and the difficulty obtaining return instructions are all major red flags for me. I would not purchase from this company again and strongly caution others to research it thoroughly before providing payment information.

Dollars Lost: $88

Victim Location: Panacea, FL, USA - 32346

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Curve & Bloom

Counterfeit Product

Fake compliance Division Doesn’t exist.fake form Bpc-201(A) and certificate of statue request form. Do not respond Report immediately

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Breaux Bridge, LA, USA - 70517

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Business Resource Center

Phishing - AE Home Warranty Dept.

Never signed up to this fraud company. Remodeled a family property there. Long ago 2022 a title company in a nearby town was hacked that a bank I used also later used. This is a 2nd time they texted on this trying to get a callback.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Neodesha, KS, USA - 66757

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: AE Home Warranty Dept.

Debt Collections

Said they was debt relief and i was Qualified for UP to $42000 in debt relief. Just call Sarah at mdsl 866 510 6219 i checked it out here first did not call them back

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Grayville, IL, USA - 62844

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Mdsl

Counterfeit Product

shopping online for cotton/linen dresses. website appeared legit with money back guarantee in 30 days. package arrived in 15 days. no tag of fabric or care of dress. way too small and obviously a flimsy polyester. immediately asked for full refund via email on website. had to send pictures. finally told I would be able to keep dresses and get a refund of $14.84. this is an oversees scam and my bank has already paid so I am out 98.92. don't order from this company. they falsely claim their products and are unable to refund your money. please see attached file for full string of emails.

Dollars Lost: $98.92

Victim Location: Camino, CA, USA - 95709

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Donna's Dresses

Tax Collection - American Tax Advisors

Someone called and left a voicemail claiming that I had not paid my taxes and offering their services to help is manage the situation, claiming that it was urgent and I needed to call them right away.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Seattle, WA, USA - 98168

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: American Tax Advisors

Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare

Call about a charge of almost $200 to hav it removed and was told someone in Orlando ,FL was using my info and they would set up to have their account emptied only it was mine they were taking money from.

Dollars Lost: $1578.69

Victim Location: Moberly, MO, USA - 65270

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Apple w/ Coinbase-Kraken-Stripe Phantom also used

Other - Collection scam

I received a telephone voicemail offering me a $30,000 loan, which they stated I had applied for but I have not. Internet research indicates this is probably a scam and advised me to report it. I have blocked the number and did not return the call.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Tahlequah, OK, USA - 74464

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Consumer Allowance Funding Center

Phishing

They called my sister, left message for me. They called her from a local number but the message gave 887-791-1378. I called and gave the reference number they provided. They knew my name, said it was a mediation department of a pending legal complaint. They claimed I recently waa sent something in the mail about it recently and hadn't heard back from me. I said i hadn't received anything. They couldn't give me any information on the phone unless I told them my birthday and social security number. I refused and told them to send me information in the mail then they hung up on me

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Joplin, MO, USA - 64801

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

I received a call supposedly from Better Homes & Gardens that I had one millions of dollars and a new Cadillac. She wanted to ride with me to Family Dollar to get gift cards. My prizes were supposed to be given to me after I did this. She supposedly called the IRS to get a tax ID to prove to me that they have the money in the bank. I reported this to the BBB to report this scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: High Ridge, MO, USA - 63049

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Better Homes and Gardens - imposter

Investment - Investment Scam - Stock Cash Offer

They made offer to purchase my Prudential Stock

Dollars Lost: $789.1

Victim Location: Tucson, AZ, USA - 85705

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Potemkin Limited

Debt Collections

Someone called from supposed to be processor saying I was going to be served papers from Hartwell legal they only have my name didn't ask for any other information but advised me to call Hartwell and gave me the number and the supposed to be case number file number she asked me to repeat what she told me but I refused and I informed her that I've been trying to be scammed for the last few months and I wasn't falling for it and could she verify that who she say she was she really was she got really upset and just hung up.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Gardena, CA, USA - 90247

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: No business name claimed to be a processor

Employment

They set you up with an account to review hotels. Then the account goes negative. They tell you to deposit the difference and you will get your money back as soon as you finish. Now they want a fee to pull out the money, Paid that and they have it on review for days. and no one in customer service will reply back.

The customer service question board deletes and you have to start over and you can't get copies of your request and what they tell you have to do to get your money released. They are making fake review and taking peoples money to process reviews.

They offer you work to review hotels but then charge you money. They do not release the funds you are owed with out paying a fee. I have paid all the fees and charges and they have not released my funds and will not longer reply to questions.

The customer service platform goes out and the. You start over.

Dollars Lost: $3670

Victim Location: Dixon, CA, USA - 95620

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: hotelorder

Counterfeit Product - Online Retailer - Fake Dentures Scam

I bought what was supposed to be dentures and paid with paypay, the scammer also somehow charged my bank acct $39.00 that i didn't authorize. I received a refund from paypal but am still out $39.00

Dollars Lost: $39

Victim Location: Bristol, FL, USA - 32321

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase

Saw advertisement for shirts on sale. I bought 20 pullover shirts online and paid $40.47. The moneywas taken from my debit card account on 08-04-26. I never received any further information or my shirts.

Dollars Lost: $40.47

Victim Location: Scott, LA, USA - 70583

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: MolisionInc

Online Purchase

I saw a repeating ad for some 4th of July outfits. The price had lowered to less than $5 an item. The company was called California Warehouse. I figured a local company, I'd get it in a couple of weeks. I bought the $1 shipping insurance just in case. Why not for $1 The order was excepted and flashed a 15 day delivery time. That was July 2, 2026. After 15 days I checked the tracking and it said it was coming out of China. Now I'm suspicious. I emailed them. There response was it would be there within the 30 days not 15. I kept tracking it through canada, etc. emailinh them at least 8 times. Always saying give it more time. Then it said it was delivered . They said they'd check into it. That was Aug 13, 2026. I had checked the tracking once more and it flashed that my card had a suspicious charge and hit the button to resolve. Of course I know better. I did contact my card the correct way and disputed the charges. I also emailed the scammers that the products were no longer useful to me and I wanted my money back. I doubt I'll get it but if I do the card company will get their money back. I think the tracking system is a scam too.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Vacaville, CA, USA - 95687

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: California Warehouse

Phishing - Phishing - Loan Solicitation Scam

This guy, Blake Cannon, is a complete scam artist. He had an employee call me offering a no-interest 100K loan, after putting up 50K first. I did, he took it and ran. I have tried contacting him/them numerous times to date only to be hung-up on. They keep calling me from numerous different 'ghost numbers' offering me the same service that they scammed me for too.

Dollars Lost: $50000

Victim Location: Gastonia, NC, USA - 28056

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Blake Cannon

Other

Received a mailing that looked like an official IN document offering a service easily available in the IN gov web site for 32 fee. They were posing as a legal entity offering to file for a 160.00 fee. I found the fraud by a simple google search and contacting the IN site. Very dishonest representation that many may fall for. They should be required to say they are not a IN representative. I took the time but many may fall. Warning. Just go to IN gov.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Carmel, IN, USA - 46032

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: C P S

Online Purchase - WORDMINDGLOW

I ordered a Knive sharpening system from WORDMINDGO and started getting emails from [email protected] None never had a order number or nothing and the money has already been deducted from my account.

Dollars Lost: $48.1

Victim Location: Lawrence, KS, USA - 66047

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: WORDMINDGLOW

Investment - Investment Scam - Stock Cash Offer

yellow form sYIBG THEY WANTED TO PAY US FOR SOME PRUDENTIAL STOCKS

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Skaneateles, NY, USA - 13152

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: new york depositary

Employment

This was the email I received: —————- Hello Kenneth, I hope this email finds you well. My name is Grace Morgan, and I work as an Executive Recruiter at C-Suite Career Corp. I came across your profile on LinkedIn, and after reviewing your impressive background, I believe you might be an excellent fit for one of the senior-level positions our client is seeking to fill. Our Talent Acquisition Manager has recommended you as a strong candidate based on your experience and skills, which closely align with our client's requirements. I am confident that you can make a valuable contribution to our client's organization. If you're interested in exploring this opportunity further, I'd be delighted to discuss the position with you in greater detail. Please, send me a copy of your resume, and we can schedule a call at your earliest convenience. Regards, Grace Morgan Executive Recruiter C-Suite Career Int

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: San Francisco, CA, USA - 94117

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: C Suite Career Corp

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

i recive a bluepost catd in the mail saying i won $100 to $50 call the 18883256317 before date exspire or loss out . well i never call . i figer itwas a scam

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Andalusia, AL, USA - 36421

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: membersgain.com

Other - Tax Collection

This is the message I received: With you, but I wanted to connect while your file is still under review if a tax payment remains unresolved additional penalties and interest may continue to accrue. I’d like to review your situation with you and explain which resolution or repayment options may be available for you. press two now or call me at 877-372-0711. This is Christina Mark following up regarding your tax file after taking another look at the information available. I believe it would be worthwhile to review your situation before any applicable deadline past once I verify a few detail details with you I can explain which tax resolution or repayment programs if any may apply and what the next steps could look like call me at 877-372-0711 your eligibility and any potential changes to your tax balance would depend on your individual circumstance and the outcome of the review if I miss you, call me back at 877-372-0711

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Collinsville, OK, USA - 74021

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Counterfeit Product - Burn Slim

Weight loss pill does not and will not issue refund. Refund request runs you around in circles and then dumps you

Dollars Lost: $206

Victim Location: Gresham, OR, USA - 97080

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Burn Slim

Other

Through Facebook, I clicked on EMSense Foot Massager. I ordered 1 foot massager and then I tried to complete payment. I gave my credit card and then I had to update 2 times before finishing. The invoice came to $94.24US CIBC sent me a message right away expecting fraud because EMSense put $26 checking to see if Visa was valid. CIBC cancelled my card. On my Visa came---$72.42 and $64.15 & I disputed the 2nd cost. It was cleared. I did receive 2 foot massagers. I am keeping them and a BIG lesson learned to always do research and do not buy on line. This company is faud

Dollars Lost: $0.64

Victim Location: BC, CAN - V6Y 1M2

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Emsense Corporation

Identity Theft - Identity Theft Scam

Youngmans Equipment is using my NYSHIP Empire ID number & my name to bill Empire for Medical Supplies. This has happened to my husband and myself before. Empire has denied the claim but this company keeps sending fraudulent bills.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Huntington, NY, USA - 11743

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Young man’s Equipment

Phishing

request on facebook from friend telling i could grant 150000 dollars . i needed to check this I was sent agent name and web site. filled out forms and was approved. Now you have pay 5% ( $7500) of grant up front and they send $15000 dollars. check to be sent to Brenda T. Yates at 2500 Vista Rise , Apt.C Tallahassee, Fl. 32304 Agent Jason Bartram https;//www.facebook. com/profile.php? id=61576427414509

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Leighton, AL, USA - 35646

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: corporation for national and community service cncs

Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill - Fake Home Warranty Notice Scam

Impersonating home insurance collector saying "NY home warranty file is on hold waiting your response"

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Scarsdale, NY, USA - 10583

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: AE Home Warranty Department

Online Purchase - Online Purchase - Recurring Subscription Scam

Proud and Free is an apparel Company online. My husband must have gone on the website and somehow we wound up being charged 24.95 for the past 7 months. My husband was confined to a hospital bed and is no longer with me. I feel he was taken advantage of. I finally got through to the company and had them cancel the so called membership. I would like them to reimburse me all the payments made starting in January through July of 2026.

Dollars Lost: $150

Victim Location: Baldwin, NY, USA - 11510

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Proud and Free

Phishing - BBB - Impostor

In today's call the person says they were contacted by someone at the US Marshal's office. The consumer said that call originated for the reason of winning a car that had been recovered from criminals. He then received a call to process a complaint. He was told that there was a $5.00 fee to process the complaint. They asked for his card number and luckily the call disconnected. He then reached out to our office regarding filing of the complaint, and stated he got disconnected from Allen at our office. BBB advised consumer that we do not charge a fee for complaints.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: USA

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Phishing

I received a call talking about someone trying have me sign a letter. The person hand no information just told me to call 855 762 4025

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Chicago, IL, USA - 60612

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Unknown

Counterfeit Product - Craft-folk.com

Fake phone number, fake product description, fake reviews, fake craftsman. Will not honor cancelation request made before item has been shipped.

Dollars Lost: $124.8

Victim Location: Portland, OR, USA - 97236

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Craft-folk.com

Online Purchase

Purchased an item that i never received nor did i receive tracking info

Dollars Lost: $60

Victim Location: Jackson, MO, USA - 63755

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Tkhotpick

Online Purchase

The ad shows a nurse's uniform, made out of cloth, with actual miniature instruments in the pockets. What I got was a small piece of plastic with everything printed on it. I paid $35 USD for it but it's worth about $1.00. It is DEFINITELY not what was advertised.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Pleasant Grove, AL, USA - 35127

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Artveramemories

Counterfeit Product - RuckusUSA

I ordered a large dog herding ball and cover from RuckusUSA (sold at ruckusball.com and tryruckuspets.com) on May 14, 2026 for $79.99. Nothing shipped for weeks and no tracking was provided. When I emailed to ask, someone identifying himself only as an "Operations Director" replied that the order was "active and moving as expected" but would not give a tracking number, carrier, or delivery estimate. The item finally arrived on June 18, 2026 — 35 days after purchase. The cover failed on June 20, 2026, after three play sessions with my dog. It tore completely away at the handle attachment. The product page makes specific, repeated durability claims: "Built So They Can't Win," "Reinforced Seams — No weak points. No starting point for destruction," "Double YKK Zippers — No exposed pull points for dogs to latch onto," "They Can't Pop It. We Made Sure. No grip points. No seams. No way in," and "Use it the way it's designed to be used and most owners get 6+ months of daily play out of it." What I received has an external webbing handle sewn to the outside of the cover through a single row of straight stitching into one unreinforced layer of fabric, with no bar tacking and no backing patch. The interior seam allowances are completely unfinished — no overlock or serging — so once the seam opened it unraveled freely. The stitch line itself perforated the fabric and created the tear. I followed the setup instructions on their own page and inflated the ball completely firm with no wrinkles, used it on grass, and brought it inside after play. The same product page advertises a "30-Day 'Your Dog Will Love It' Guarantee," stating you can "send it back for a full refund. No hoops. No hassle," alongside icons reading "30-DAY GUARANTEE," "EASY RETURNS," and "Get Yours Risk-Free." I reported the failure with photographs two days after delivery, well inside that window. On July 11, 2026 the company denied both a refund and a replacement, citing a "Refund & Return Policy" — and the link they provided went to the site homepage, not to any policy page. I have never been given a return address or a return label. Since that denial, five different people have replied to me, all using first names only with no surnames and no direct phone number. One asked me to resend photographs I had already sent, plus a video. Two others told me the matter was with the "fulfillment team" and to allow 1–3 business days for a decision. Two months after the product failed, there has been no decision, no refund, and no replacement. I also cannot verify the ratings shown on the product page. The top of the page displays "4.8/5 | 1,631 Reviews," while further down the same page states "4.8 Stars Across 1,621 Reviews" and "Based on 1,621 reviews" — two different counts on one page. A reviewer identified as "Savannah R.," described as a husky owner, appears twice on the page with two entirely different five-star review texts attributed to her. There is no link to view the full body of reviews, no pagination, and no way for a verified purchaser to submit one. I bought this product and have no way to leave a review of it. I have a dated capture of the complete product page with the source URL printed on every page, photographs of the failed cover, and the full email correspondence.

Dollars Lost: $79.99

Victim Location: Beaverton, OR, USA - 97005

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: RuckusUSA

Online Purchase

I tried to create a legitimate account with Vinted and was immediately refused. They won't tell me why they think I'm fraudulent, but I assure you that I am real, but they've kept all of my personal information. They won't let me make an account AND they have my info! They have very little contact information--no phone number and I can't find an email for them--I responded to an email they sent me--so they KNOW I'm real, but they won't do anything. Thanks, cr

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Amarillo, TX, USA - 79118

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Vinted

Phishing - Unknown / (509) 425-9265

They called claiming to be a public providing health, dental, life insurance for people with active DOH licenses. They told me they could only complete the process over the phone and then they would send me information later. They said they provide subsidized healthcare coverage for licensed professionals. They claim to send stuff in the mail in a white envelope with blue text on the front, to get you to second guess and follow through with their scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Vancouver, WA, USA - 98662

Date Reported: August 17, 2026

Business Name Used: Unknown

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