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Online Purchase - Online Purchase
These tests are marketed as "free" or very inexpensive, but customers are then subjected to hidden, recurring monthly subscription charges after providing their payment information.
I purchased a single test for $1.95. Just two days later, my bank's fraud department alerted me that Mentalabs had attempted to charge my credit card for a subscription I never knowingly authorized. When I contacted the company about this unauthorized charge, I received the following response:
"When you initially signed up for our service, the subscription was set to automatically renew at the standard billing rate agreed upon at the time of your checkout. This renewal information, including the exact date and amount, was also clearly detailed in the Welcome email sent to you immediately following your initial trial purchase. Because the subscription was not canceled prior to the renewal date, the system processed the scheduled charge automatically.
I realize this might not be the answer you were hoping for, but as outlined in Section 11 (Refund Policy) of our Terms and Conditions, refunds are strictly not provided for subscriptions that have renewed prior to cancellation.
I also want to clarify our 14-day refund policy, as it is sometimes misunderstood. This 14-day window is strictly applicable only if no digital content has been accessed. Because our system automatically logs you in and grants full access to the dashboard, results, and assessment materials immediately upon completing the trial purchase, the statutory right to a refund is waived . Therefore, we are unable to process a refund for this current billing cycle."
The company claims that a "Welcome" email containing all of these subscription details was sent immediately after my purchase. That email does not exist. The only email I received following my $1.95 purchase is reproduced below in its entirety:
"We're thrilled to have you join us on this journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance. You've taken an important step by completing your profile, and we hope the results will offer you deeply validating insights into your lifelong experiences! Your results serve as a key indicator of your unique sensory and cognitive patterns. Understanding them can open doors to better self-compassion, more clarity in managing your environment, and a stronger sense of your authentic self.
But that's just the beginning! At Mentalabs, we provide much more than just the initial test. Our platform is designed to support your journey with a variety of personalized assessments and engaging tools - including targeted sensory regulation exercises and unmasking guides - to help you understand your unique neurotype. Whether you're looking to prevent autistic burnout, build healthier boundaries, or simply enjoy meaningful, psychology-based activities, we have something to offer.
We believe that learning how your unique mind works should be a validating and empowering experience, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Explore our platform, discover new insights, and embrace your authentic neurodivergent self!
Need help or have questions? Just drop us an email at [email protected] or hit reply. Our team is ready to assist you anytime.
Thank you for choosing Mentalabs — we can't wait to see you thrive!"
As you can see, there is no mention whatsoever of an upcoming renewal date, subscription amount, or automatic billing.
Fortunately, my bank recognized the attempted charge as suspicious, flagged it as potential fraud, and declined the transaction before any money was taken.
This business model relies on customers unknowingly enrolling in recurring subscriptions while later claiming that adequate notice was provided. My experience demonstrates otherwise. I would strongly caution anyone considering using this service to read every line of the terms before entering their payment information.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: BC, CAN - V5V 3R7
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Mentalabs.org
Advance Fee Loan
LETTER TO RESTRUCTURE HOME LOAN, DUE TO A RECORDED FORECLOSURE. ASK FOR UP FRONT COSTS $1500.00. $800.00 EVERY MONTH AFTER, FOR 6 MONTHS. OR UNTIL OCTOBER OR NOVEMBER 2026.
Dollars Lost: $1500
Victim Location: Kailua Kona, HI, USA - 96740
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: YOUR MAIN FINANCE COMPANY
Phishing
Call came up "Possible Scam". In the course of the conversation I asked for a callback number. I then asked
if she was calling from a cell phone (yes). [Recognized a cell phone prefix]. When I asked for the Sacramento phone of the CA State Energy Program, she could not give it to him and put her "supervisor" on the line. When I asked for the same information, he hung up. Apparently they are hawking "rebates" for various home improvement items like insulation.
Seems to be your basic phishing scheme. Call came from 323.408.5414.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Berkeley, CA, USA - 94708
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: California State Energy Program
Counterfeit Product
Donna's Dresses bills itself as a small boutique dedicated to women who value comfort, quality and timeless style, They have beautiful photos of high-quality dresses online. Once a purchase is made, they take nearly a full month to get the product to the consumer, and then the quality is extremely poor (think completely transparent dresses). Once you reach out to their support line, the ghost you, then offer you a 10% credit if you return the items and pay for international shipping costs-this is a known scam.
Their return policy is 30 days after receiving the items for a full refund.
This is a well-documented, total scam, and they function under a number of names including GoldenPaws Boston, Donna's Dresses, Frugaze, Mary & Linda Nashville, The Hyper Run, Selena Rose and Gallerycomplex LLC.
Dollars Lost: $107.92
Victim Location: Somerville, MA, USA - 02143
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Donna's Dresses
Counterfeit Product
I ordered the product and received it. It was cheaply made! Then they attempted for the last six months to keep charging me and my car denied them. But they finally charged me again when they changed their name from Souleora to Souleora.com. That’s when my card okayed the charge.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Watsonville, CA, USA - 95076
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Souleora
Debt Collections - The MLS Group Process Server Imposter Debt Collections Smishing and Identity Theft Scam
Family received text that said “ Reference Request - (my first name)
(My last name)
Hello,
This is a formal request to confirm current location or employment details for (my first name) (my last name).
This matter is time-sensitive
- please reply today with any details you can provide.
Chuck P. Schuman
Resolution Team
The MLS Group Stop
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Plano, TX, USA - 75025
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: The MLS Group Process Server Imposter Debt Collections Smishing and Identity Theft Scam
Online Purchase
I placed an order online. I received the normal follow-up emails including one that indicated the order was delivered but I did not receive anything. They have been giving me the run around since.
Dollars Lost: $90
Victim Location: Petaluma, CA, USA - 94952
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Peter Olivera
Counterfeit Product - NEXTNECKLACE
I ordered a white gold & aquamarine ring; the item sent to me is NOT real - and, they sent me a ring set in yellow gold with a turquoise stone. I have been emailing them for some time about how to get a refund, and they sent me instructions to send to "JCHKHK" at an address that is a warehouse (I looked this JCHKHK up, it is not a retail site). I told them I would not be sending the ring to some warehouse to get "lost" and then have to fight with them about the refund; I wrote that I want an actual retail location with a person's name to send for my return. All around, I can see that this is not a legitimate business & I have been scammed. I will be taking it up with my credit card Fraud Department to get my money back.
Dollars Lost: $200
Victim Location: Excelsior, MN, USA - 55331
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: NEXTNECKLACE
Online Purchase - furgenix
they fast delivery but i don’t receive anything..called them many times but only 1 answer and when asked for refund no confirmation of refund sent already more than 1 month and tried to call but only voicemail answering.
Dollars Lost: $61.74
Victim Location: Lynnwood, WA, USA - 98087
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: furgenix
Employment - Nexus Workforce
I found a Facebook listing and reached out to the person that created the listing. She then gave me an email to the HR Department. I was hired two days later without an interview. I followed the instructions for the on boarding, and filled out my w-4 and direct deposit. I completed 9 hours and 30 mins worth of work and was supposed to get $259.52 for an hourly bonus that I have now lost. They then had me fill out a form to receive money for my Sign On Bonus $500, and $4,200 for e-courses they ask us to take. Now they have my SSN, Banking information and home address.
Dollars Lost: $437.72
Victim Location: Grafton, WV, USA - 26354
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Nexus Workforce
Online Purchase - Lilywish
I ordered a dress and blouse on July 12, 2026. Money was taken out of my bank account for payment and they never sent a confirmation email that it is shipped. No products and the emails have disappeared from my email account that confirmed the order. No record.
Dollars Lost: $69.98
Victim Location: Prineville, OR, USA - 97754
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Lilywish
Phishing - Phishing Scam
Rec'd scam phishing text message Mrs Moran your DOGE check is about to be delivered. Just need to confirm my zip code.to click on link gop26.net / nQNJL56luy to respond by 9pm to receive refund check. I did not click on anything.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Garden City, NY, USA - 11530
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: N/A
Advance Fee Loan
I needed a loan and i tried to apply to one and got a call from a foreign speaking voice that sounded possibly indian. They asked how much i needed and i said 4k and they said they would process the info and after a few details they said to fill out the information on a separate website and claimed that its another associated company and feom there i got to a part asking for bank login and username and when i called and asked he said it was to make sure the account is good and i could take out my money and change password afterwards. From there I called the actual advance america and they confirmed that they dont have any of that and would never ask for login and password. I hope these people get caught soon.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Montebello, CA, USA - 90640
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Advanced America
Counterfeit Product
CRAFTFOLK (ECOMCLOUD TRADING LTD) - https://craft-folk.com/policies/contact-information.
“I received Maggie’s Handquilted Hippie Bus Weekender, and it is not as advertised. The item does not have the hand-sewn motifs shown in the listing, and the inside lining is plain white polyester rather than the patterned fabric shown in the pictures. It is mass produced in Hong Kong and not by CA artisans as promised. On top, 90 day return policy is fraud and they dont send prepaid return label as written in website and asking to return at own cost internationally in Hong Kong. Their phone# is not in service either and emails are ignored. Please arrange a full refund and provide a return label at no cost to me.
Dollars Lost: $59
Victim Location: Fremont, CA, USA - 94555
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Craftfolks
Debt Collections
I was called one afternoon buy what i thought was a debt collector because i do owe for a credit card. This person told me my name and birthdate then told me ibwas going to be in court if i didn't agree to make a payment arrangement. Once i agreed to do so she was all of the sudden very nice and friendly i gave her my debit card number and my email address as well so i could get everything set up. I made the first payment and my card flagged it as fraud but i immediately called the place that i was being scammed by and told them to run my card again i had to approve the transaction. Obviously the thought of me beig scammed was never in my mind so i continued to make the second payment. Today when i checked the mail i had a letter from the credit card place that i thought i had been paying the whole time and it showed that i hadnt made any payments. So i immediately called the place where i had been making my payments too. When i called it wasnt any sort of automated vouce recorings or anything when the person answered the phone they just said hello which i found strange. Then after telling them about the letter i received in the mail they said let me transfer you to billing. I was then put through to another person which is the only person i have ever talked with during the entire time. She acted like she had no idea who i was and told me i had to call the place that sent me the letter. She then hung up on me and while yelling im hanging up. Call back another time. So i called again and this same person answered the phone and she asked me my name and said she had me confused with another person. Then the lady told me this had to of been from a different credit card that i owed this debt to. I knew right away she was lying. I am very much aware of all of my debt i owe and how many credit cards i have had which is only 3 and none of them match what she was trying to tell me. So i googled the address with the name and it had showed online others being scammed from the same exact address but the letters of the places name were changed. I have disbuted the 2 transactions i have made and i have also blocked them from taking any further payments from me. I am unsure if i will be able to get any of my money back. I don't want this to happen to anyone else. This lady also has the last 4 digits of my ssn.
Dollars Lost: $308.86
Victim Location: Somerset, KY, USA - 42501
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: WGA Associates
Online Purchase
I bought a “product” in this page wildvio and they take 94 dlls, when it was only 15 dlls. They told me that’s I have a credit with them, but when O try to log in they browser say that the page it not exist.
Dollars Lost: $94
Victim Location: Manor, TX, USA - 78653
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Wildvio
Online Purchase - Kanny
On June 11, 2026, I clicked on a Facebook advertisement for a company called Kanny advertising a GoStride 2-in-1 Walking + Vibration Pad. I purchased the item for $65.00.
Immediately after placing my order, I received an email confirming my purchase and providing an order number. Later that same day, I received a second email containing a tracking number. Upon attempting to verify the shipment, I discovered that the tracking number was invalid/fake and did not correspond to an actual shipment.
I immediately contacted Kanny by email, informed them that the tracking number was fraudulent, and requested a full refund. Since sending that request, I have received no further communication from the company. The only correspondence I have ever received from Kanny consists of the initial order confirmation email and the email containing the fake tracking number.
Because the seller provided fraudulent shipping information, failed to respond to my refund request, and has not delivered the purchased item, I have requested a full refund of $65.00, but have not received anything to date.
Dollars Lost: $65
Victim Location: Blue Springs, MO, USA - 64015
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Kanny
Online Purchase - Holmbech Thomas
Offered overstock cargo pants from Phoenix Arizona. When ordered order came out of Fo Shan Shi CN June 25th tracking # ZC61322896399 says delivered July 15 but no package delivered and no answer from compant and still don't know what carrier was used and why no conformation photo of delivery.
Dollars Lost: $44.53
Victim Location: Odessa, MO, USA - 64076
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Holmbech Thomas
Employment
Dear Emily,
Thank you for your interest. While the position you originally applied for has been filled, I was impressed by your background and experience and would like to offer you an opportunity to work with me privately as my Personal Assistant.
This is a flexible, remote position intended to be long-term depending on how the first few months go. The role involves supporting both personal and business-related tasks, and I believe your qualifications align well with the responsibilities.
I am currently away on a volunteering project in Ecuador and will return in two weeks. In the meantime, we will begin with an email-based interview process, and this initial two-week period will serve as a trial phase. Upon my return, I will formally introduce myself, complete the necessary paperwork, and—based on performance during the trial—confirm the position as permanent.
Please review the attached job description for more details. If you're interested in moving forward, kindly reply with the following information:
Full Name:
Full Address (Street/Apt, City, State, Zip Code):
Mobile Number:
Current Occupation:
Looking forward to your response.
Best regards
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Long Beach, CA, USA - 90805
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Scott Levine Associates
Online Purchase
Found on Facebook and they have a legit site. So I made the purchase but never received the product.
I’ve emailed and they give me the run around and at first said I’d have to wait until I received the items and then I could return them and get a refund. But then the next time I answered the “lady” said she would look into it and issue a refund. I NEVER heard back from her or anyone and I STILL have NOT received my refund. This is a scam site!
Dollars Lost: $58.85
Victim Location: Gulf Shores, AL, USA - 36542
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Theethiopica.com
Online Purchase
I purchased an item on kelvoshop.com but the company tried to push through additional (unauthorized) charges on my American Express card, which American Express declined. However, one additional (unauthorized) charge totaling $39.99 did process and I am still trying to get kelvoshop.com to refund this charge. Via email, they have stated they would process the refund but after more than three weeks and additional email communication, they have not done so.
Dollars Lost: $39.99
Victim Location: Seattle, WA, USA - 98101
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Kelvoshop.com
Employment
Reached out with the following message. I looked into the company before I replied to confirm if it was legit or not:
Hi,
We are pleased to inform you that you are currently being considered for the Remote Data Entry Specialist position with Merit Properties Group, LP.
This is a full-time remote opportunity with a starting pay rate of $30.00 per hour. Based on your background and qualifications, we believe you could be a valuable addition to our team.
Please reply to this message to confirm your interest. Once we receive your response, we will provide you with the Job description for you to go through and confirm if this is a great fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you and appreciate your interest in joining Merit Properties Group, LP.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: San Diego, CA, USA - 92113
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Merit Properties Group, LP.
CryptoCurrency - Azza Mining
They were selling "solar bitcoin mining" hashrate with a daily return. I was skeptical until a group on youtube that I came trust showed how they had made money, and so I eventually decided to invest in June, right before they went offline. The youtube group was Discover Crypto.
Dollars Lost: $400
Victim Location: Aurora, CO, USA - 80013
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Azza Mining
Debt Collections - Debt Collections Scam
Got a phone call from 9142228613 intended for one of my family members saying that I have officially been notified that a case was brought against them (even provided a ‘case number’) and to call their ‘office’ at 8664581291 . This reeks of scam, warning anyone else who may have received this call.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Mount Vernon, NY, USA - 10550
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: N/A
Debt Collections
They called claiming they sent papers to my house, and they had my address and ssn over the phone. They were hostile and rude over the phone and claimed that they were going to LA Courts to file paperwork.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Hawthorne, CA, USA - 90250
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Westbridge Legal Services
Other
I've received numerous calls and voicemails from Advance Financial Services and have never spoke to an actual person. The call usually drops or disconnects when trying to answer or call back. Today, 07/20/26, I returned a call from a number I didn't recognize. A person answered identified as Rosemary from Advance Financial Services. She stated I had a loan from Easy Corp from 2020 in the amount of $500 that I didn't repay. I've never heard of that company and never received documentation by mail. She stated that if I didn't make arrangements today, take I would be responsible for over $2500 plus court costs and attorney fees. She had all of my personal information.
I asked for proof of the documents sent to me and she stated there was a "Stop Order Services" and can no longer send documents to me. I then requested to give me time to do research on this and she gave me her direct number and extension. (866-417-0523, Ext 4455)
I've done some research and can't find anything about this loan in my name, so I will not be calling her back.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Dixon, CA, USA - 95620
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Advance Financial Services, Easy Corp
Home Improvement
Locksmith bait and switch when they refused to tell my aunt the amount for the service. They arrived to ask for a $220 service charge to unlock a residential door and I asked them to leave as we refused the service. They proceeded to ask for $80 compensation for traveling at which point I was met with a racist remark where they said "I don't know where you're from, but this is how it is in America" to which I threatened to call the cops.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA - 90022
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: KeyMe Locksmiths
Debt Collections - Sure Recovery Solutions
Friends and family had received calls in reference to an urgent matter and informed me. I then received a voicemail from this company saying they were an arbitration office and if i were to settle a debt with some payday loan company today it would only cost 1100 dollars but if i disputed it and went to court it would be close to 5 grand. When i told the man that i wasnt willing to pay anything without proof of debt he then told me my accounts would be frozen and hung up on me.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Fall River, MA, USA - 02721
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Sure Recovery Solutions
Employment
I received an email from [email protected] regarding my application from LinkedIn for a data entry specialist. They sent me a link in the email to complete the stage of the interview process. I did not click the link. They also sent me a text message from 310-697-7711 telling me they received my application from LinkedIn and to check my email for the next steps. The email address is fraud. A lot of fraud is coming to me from LinkedIn. Best to say LinkedIn has lost my business and I deactivated my account.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Lancaster, CA, USA - 93536
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Deutsche Bank llc
Counterfeit Product
If I could put zero stars, I would. Not only did the zipper break for the bag I purchased the first time I tried to use it, but I took it to three different places to repair the zipper and I was told that the fabric was too cheap. I even bought roller wheels to go with the bag and since I can’t use them I need to return it. I’ve emailed many times and their Customer Service is absolutely horrible and unacceptable.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Miami, FL, USA - 33138
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Jennibag
Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam
Facebook group with lots of mebmers, I message about purchasing a watch. He helps me look at a few, I decide on one and pay for the watch. Then it becomes Monday and he shipps it using "mshipping" and I tell him that its fake. He ofc denice it entirely, still dont admit it
Dollars Lost: $400
Victim Location: New York, NY, USA - 10101
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: DAVID ERIC FELIX
Phishing
The messages happen every day, multiple times a day. The latest said this:
Hi Karri, just checking in on the $70,000 personal loan. Would now be a better time to go over your options? Or you can also reach us on (341) 232-3407 - CSFI USA.
It also came from the following number - (844) 699-3623
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: North Hills, CA, USA - 91343
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: CSFI USA
Online Purchase
I saw an instagram ad for this new technology - a plug in cooling unit that would work better than a mini-split to cool your room efficiently and without the need for an AC drain. Did it seem too good to be true? Yes. But was I willing to try it? Also yes. The subsequent "marketing" emails after my purchase had the feel of a foreign front business - sparse, vague, and also telling me I hadn't checked out yet, which I had. The confirmation email said I would receive tracking within 24 hours, which did not happen, and that delivery would take place within 7-14 days, which it did not. When I inquired with their customer service a month later, they said it was "on the way" and would arrive in 5-12 days but refused to provide a tracking number for the shipment. I hadn't noticed that the signature on the marketing emails listed, "UAB Rara Digital | J.Jasinskio g. 16B, Vilnius, Lithuania." At this point I stopped communicating and disputed the charge on my credit card. The charge to my card was under a totally different name, also, so definitely fishy. Luckily I was able to escape without additional charges to my card, but this could easily be a scam to gather credit card or personal information to sell on the dark web. Buyers beware!
Dollars Lost: $240
Victim Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA - 90049
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: EpiCooler
Employment - Employment Solicitation Scam
I received an email from Elizabeth Owens ([email protected]) regarding my application for a Remote Data Entry Clerk role. I sent her my resume as she asked and another person emailed me (Sarah Doherty, [email protected]). Sarah gave me a rundown of the job roles, what the company offers etc. When I replied back to her that I was interested, she sent me a link to do an assessment as well as a link for an employee form. I did not click these links and i researched the company and it turned out to be fake. It said that [email protected] was flagged as being associated with employment and hiring scams. Do not reply to any emails or click any links that are associated with these email addresses or with this company name.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Lancaster, CA, USA - 93536
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Healthcare Fraud Solutions
Phishing
I received a message that I purchased a gun from this company; payment method: My PayPal account
I DID NOT MAKE THIS PURCHASE. I NEITHER NEED OR WANT A GUN!!
PLEASE CANCEL THIS TRANSACTION IMMEDIATELY!! AND DELETE THE PAYPal payment!! And clear my name!! Then, please tell me what else I should do to avoid future SCAMS!!
Dollars Lost: $4.5
Victim Location: ON, CAN - N8X 1M6
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Gunsher Ltd.
Debt Collections - Palmer & Walton Asset Recovery
Received a call from an AI agent in 'Processing'. The script was vague, only mentioning that their office received preliminary paperwork, and my phone number was listed as a contact number for the individual they are trying to obtain location information for. Then it instructed me to go to their websites and chat with a live agent. Their website is a dupe of another (Lawson & Palmer - https://lawsonpalmer.com/), with broken links to their privacy policy, terms of service, and FDCPA rights. They are also claiming they are BBB accredited, but they are not on the BBB website.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Denver, CO, USA - 80204
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Palmer Walton Asset Recovery
Debt Collections
My father whom is 79 with dementia is under my full care. The westbridge litigation group left a threatening voice-mail stating they would seize his assets. They claimed to have sent a letter in the mail which was never received by us and then they emailed me a 1 page doc with very little information. Threatened to sue him in court for double the amount and to put a lien on his property. I used the kansas public access portal to search for the court case using the case number given to us and it was non existent/ invalid.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Topeka, KS, USA - 66611
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Westridge litigation group
Tax Collection
Scammer left a voicemail claiming to be Carolyn with Universal Tac Defense. They said in the voicemail my account has an unresolved balance that needs attention before additional fees or collections move forward. They wanted to do a review to see if I qualified for a lower payment option, account adjustment or other resolution program.
Dollars Lost: $0.0
Victim Location: Tallahassee, FL, USA - 32303
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: Universal Tax Defense
Online Purchase - Online Purchase
I ordered a pair of shorts from this site. They arrived and did not fit. I requested a return and mailed them back. It has now been 4 months. I have no received a refund. I've emailed them multiple times and get the same generic email back. Their website also no longer exists. They have also turned off their comments on their instagram. DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY.
Dollars Lost: $169
Victim Location: SK, CAN - S6V 6L2
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: JOHANNA PEARL
Counterfeit Product - GelaTide, GelaMelt
After watching a Doctor Oz Video, it took me to a website that was selling GELATIDE. So I ordered six bottles, and the cost was $300.00. I paid with my debit/credit card. A week later, I received the product, but it was NOT GELATIDE. It was a product called GELAMELT. I did research to find out what this was, since it wasn't GELATIDE. Ultimately, my research revealed that this was an inferior product, not regulated the same as GELATIDE, and also it had ingredients in it that my doctor felt were not safe. I called the company for a refund. They were hesitant, the customer service rep was rude. I told them the video I watched said I could get a FULL REFUND up to 60 days after I ordered, regardless of the reason. I had opened ONE BOTTLE of what I received. So they told me they would only refund me for 5 bottles, and not six, despite what the video said. I sent the product back, had to pay for postage and a tracking number - $14.00, and on July 13, they received the product back, according to the tracking slip. That was 7 days ago. I have not received any acknowledgement they received it. Yesterday I sent an e-mail telling them they received the product back, and I asked WHY I have not received my refund credited to my back account. As of today, I have heard nothing. Also, the number I called initially to start the refund is now either disconnected, inoperative, or out of service. This DISHONEST company owes me $300.00. For SIX BOTTLES. Because that is what the video said. FULL REFUND. But they said they would only refund me for 5 bottles, around $250.00. But as yet, I have received NOTHING. NOT ONE CENT. And now I cannot get anyone on the phone. I am a senior citizen on a fixed income. I NEED THAT MONEY BACK. I regret EVER ordering anything, and I know now this is a SCAM.
Dollars Lost: $300
Victim Location: Kilgore, TX, USA - 75662
Date Reported: July 20, 2026
Business Name Used: GelaTide GelaMelt
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