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Online Purchase - Online Purchase - Lamp Scam

I ordered a Tiffany-style, stained glass lamp cat from 3D optical lamp. It was supposed to be made out of resin or a resin and glass combo and were advertised as having a standard A/C plug. The picture on the website of the lamp was absolutely stunning, and it looked like a high-quality item. Keep in mind there are multiple websites showing the lamps I thought I was buying from this website. What I received were very cheap plastic cat lamp that looked like it came from the dollar store. It was poorly painted and had several large paint brush smudges all over the “stained glass” sections of the lamp like a kid painted them. The lamp had a USB outlet, not the advertised A/C plug. The lamp in no way resembled the material, style, shape or coloring that was advertised. Website quote, "Each piece is hand-soldered to form a mosaic of vibrant colors and textures." Website quote, "Crafted from dozens of hand-cut stained glass pieces, each lamp is assembled with care to ensure a unique character and glow." Website quote, "Every handmade glass cat lamp is meticulously assembled by skilled artisans using high-quality materials. The stained glass is joined using traditional copper foil techniques, ensuring both strength and beauty." What a frickin rip-off.... how can they continue to do business in our country?

Dollars Lost: $40.44

Victim Location: Jack, AL, USA - 36346

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: opticallamp.com

Employment - Imposter

I received the same initial offer as documented in this LinkedIn Post. (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/i-almost-got-scammed-im-someone-who-should-have-known-david-soden-vdtle/) The company name is slightly changed (Admirals Talent vs Admiral Talents) but every other detail is basically the same. I felt the initial offer was a little too good to be true and this article came up in my research. I did not get to the stage there they tried to scam me for money or tell me I need to pay to optimize my resume.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Mill Valley, CA, USA - 94941

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Admiral Talents Imposter

Debt Collections - Debt Collections

I am calling on behalf of document delivery services. We have been retained to schedule and deliver legal documents to you between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM at either your home or your place of employment. You'll be making only 2 attempts to deliver these documents which will require a signature as proof of delivery. If we are unable to deliver these documents after 2 attempts, it will be classified as a failed action to serve, which will resolve in the pending matter to proceed further without your consent. If you have any questions or if you need to reschedule this delivery, press one now to be connected to the next available representative, or you can call the office directly at 888-342-9218 and reference your file number. 2026-008238. Please be advised this call has been logged and submitted as proof you have been notified of this spending legal matter. Have a good day.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Half Moon Bay, CA, USA - 94019

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Debt Collections

Caller stated that a company was in process of filing legal papers against me. I asked what the company name was and she said she doesn’t know but the parent company is Allies Lending. I asked well can you tell me what companies they own and she said I don’t know they have a lot. I said well can you see on the paper and she said no because it’s a sealed court record and that the statute of limitations is coming up on it because it’s from 2019. I asked her well what are they trying to sue me for and she said a bad check. I told her I do not own checks and did not write one back then. She then said well no one uses checks anymore and that the law is changing. She then said she is going hang up on me because I wouldn’t listen to her but I just wanted to know what she was calling about as I have my debts worked out or in process of getting worked out, but I have nothing outstanding from 2019. The woman had a bad attitude and every time I called back she just got more upset and said I was wasting her time.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Nashville, TN, USA - 37211

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Phishing - Phishing

An automated caller named Heather Holland calls me 5-6 times per day over the span of 2 months saying that I applied for a personal loan and that she can offer me better loan terms. I never applied for a loan, loan relief, or anything even remotely close to what she is stating. I have asked for my number to be on the no call list and they still call me. I have blocked over 30 phone numbers that they have used to call me but still the always end up calling from a different one.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Tuscaloosa, AL, USA - 35401

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Phishing - Phishing

They wanted us to send them our statement from Clover and said that we were suppose to get a code from them. The whole conversation seemed suspicious, as they barely could explain why they were calling. They were going by the name Maya and wanted to stay on the phone while I emailed them the statement, which I didn't luckily.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Lynn Haven, FL, USA - 32444

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Clover 3rd party

Phishing

Was told i would be getting a package with info and a card with 800 a month benifits and was given a phone number of 740 736 3809 and contact name of michelle to cal for any queations .

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Poplar Bluff, MO, USA - 63901

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Federal tax audit subsidy

Other

I received a call on 5/13/26 from (305)602-6253 and didn't answer, but they left a voicemail. The message said they were calling about a pending legal matter and they were the document delivery service. They would make 2 attempts to deliver between the hours of 8am-4pm at my home or work and needed my signature. If they did not get my signature, it would be a failed action to serve and would then be a pending legal matter to proceed further without my consent. They told me to call back (888)342-9218 and use reference #2026-800954.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Jacksonville, FL, USA - 32216

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Document Delivery Services

Other

I thought I was going to be able to rent a trailer found it on Facebook market place. The guy James text me after inboxing a lady on Facebook and he said he was going to do credit checks on me I did 3 different ones they ended up being monthly subscriptions but I got them all canceled and the trailer is in colony mobile home park but I got there and the owner did not know a James, about the Facebook add, and someone lives in the trailer. I have also sent everything over to the owner so she could report it as well

Dollars Lost: $35

Victim Location: Dothan, AL, USA - 36303

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Colony mobile home park

Other

I ordered a book which was marketed to be a physical book, however it turned out to be an e-book which was fine with me. After a couple days, $39.99 was taken from my account for failure to cancel a subscription that I never subscribed to I only purchased the e-book. The customer service team cancelled the membership but did not refund the charge $39.99.

Dollars Lost: $39.99

Victim Location: Berkeley, CA, USA - 94710

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Breezedeals

Phishing - Identity Theft Scam

They called saying I had unauthorized payments/accounts being opened for a certain amount of money by a certain person and asked if I knew the person. Something felt off and I stated When I said this is a scam and they got angry and I hung up

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Virginia Beach, VA, USA - 23455

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: JP MORGAN CHASE securities Imposter

Phishing - Phishing

The scammers called saying they were from Walmart customer service and that someone was trying to charge a Play Station 5 and headset under an account in my name. They are requesting that you press "1" if this was not authorized. I had left this call go to my voicemail and checked it after . I verified with my bank and no such charge has been made. Do not press any number at any time.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Pensacola, FL, USA - 32514

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Walmart

Employment

I received a suspicious text message that read: "Hello Irasema Martinez, we received your resume and would like to know if you are available for an interview on 05/14/26 at 10:45 AM in Orlando, FL." The message did not include an address. Since I couldn't find any information about this company in my personal folder of applications, I decided to look it up on Google. I discovered that this company had been listed for complaints regarding scam activity.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Deltona, FL, USA - 32738

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: LN Group of FL

Online Purchase

Do not purchase from them… scam! They took money from my debit card 5 times . March 6 $119.36, April 3 $75.49 May 1,8,11 107.95. They will not respond to phone, email, or chat.

Dollars Lost: $518.7

Victim Location: Steeleville, IL, USA - 62288

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Lipovia

Phishing - Loan

i have had over 96 calls from these people, claiming to be Stone Gate Lending Union. I have told them over and over to stop calling, stop leaving messages and even supposedly removed from their system, but they continue to call! I have filed a complaint with the FCC. They are also calling my son on his phone and its his personal account, Each time I block their number a new number is used, Somehow this must be stopped!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Henrico, VA, USA - 23294

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Stone Gate Lending Union

Online Purchase

order placed April 29, 2024 for shoes. After credit card payment of $97.00 the site provided an order #12360 and a tracking number SBDLG0000512281YQ . This number doesn't appear anywhere. I have emailed the customer care provider three times for assistance to no avail.

Dollars Lost: $97

Victim Location: Hampton, VA, USA - 23666

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: deloxusa

Phishing - Phishing

text received from 571-581-1742: Dear XXXXXX, Congratulations, your TM application for XXXXXX serial number XXXXXX has been successfully assigned to USPTO Examiner Allen Snyder. As part of verification, please contact your Examiner directly at 201 972-5216 to get the approval of your application. A reference email has also been sent to you. Please check your spam folder in case it was not delivered to your inbox. Regards, Examination Dept. Reply DELETE to Unsubscribe

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Sonoma, CA, USA - 95476

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: USPTO Examination Dept

Counterfeit Product - Counterfeit Product - Cartertoronto

The shoes were advertised as flexible leather with arch support. They included “orthopaedic” in the description. The shoes are some form of plastic with a completely flat footbed. After 12 emails, I finally received a confirmation of a full refund and no need to return the shoes. We shall see if the refund comes through but at least I have written confirmation for my bank. Do not give up. That’s what they count on. They started with a 15% refund or return shoes at my expense, with tracking, for full refund. Shoes cost $100, tracked shipping is ~$80. So $180 total spend for a $15 refund. The refund then went to 20%, 25%, 50% and finally 100% with no requirement to return the shoes. The key is to reiterate repeatedly that the product is materially misrepresented, that a claim for reversal with your card company has been initiated and that you will return the shoes at their expense only. Even then it will take lots of back and forth. I told them I filed a dispute and provided them with the deadline for reversal provided by my bank. They finally succumbed.

Dollars Lost: $100

Victim Location: ON, CAN - M6N 3Y1

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Cartertoronto.com

Advance Fee Loan

Company calls 6-7 times daily, leaves a message or it’s a recorded message when you answer. Claims you requested information about a loan and starts asking for personal information and details. I’ve asked repeatedly both with a live person and through their automated system to be removed from the call list and they keep calling

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Lakeland, FL, USA - 33811

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Stonegate Lending Group

Other

Email received; Dear ******: Your Social Security Statement is streamlined and easier to read than ever before. That is because we have redesigned the Statement to provide you the most useful information up front and at a glance. We encourage you to check your Statement at least once a year to review: Your earnings record (to make sure it’s accurate and notify us if you see any errors); Your personalized monthly retirement benefit estimates (which now display how much you can expect to receive depending on when you decide to start your benefits between ages 62 and 70); Other useful information that will explain your benefits and help you prepare for your financial future; and New fact sheets that provide additional information based on your specific age group and earnings situation. You can access your new Statement by signing into your account at socialsecurity.gov/reviewyourstatement. Now that you can access your Statement instantly and anytime online, we will not automatically send one by mail. We hope you find your new Statement useful and informative.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Lake Charles, LA, USA - 70605

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Social Security Administration Imposter

Retail Business

Geek squad scsm

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Hampton, VA, USA - 23669

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Geek Squad

Phishing - Loan

These people call multiple times a day with different phone numbers offering a large loan. They can’t be blocked because they keep using different phone numbers. They all ask to return a call at 855-357-2205

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Fredericksburg, VA, USA - 22407

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Unknown

Phishing - Warranty Scam

I received two calls from this number and a different number (252-691-4265). I called both numbers back and the same AI/Bot voice said, "thank you for calling save on home warranty, how may I help you." I didn't speak and simply hung up. I know it was a scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Ahoskie, NC, USA - 27910

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Save on home warranty

Online Purchase

Purchased item off tik tok and never received it even though they took my money.

Dollars Lost: $30.99

Victim Location: Savannah, GA, USA - 31419

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Sorellawear

Online Purchase - Online Retailer - Brushing Scam

I have received two packages from Davve Sarzaz One package was empty and the other package has a small envelope in it with black tiny seeds?? I did not order anything from this person, do not know how he got my name and address. ALSO the phone number I put in contact by his phone number, that is my work phone number not anything associated with this Davve Sarzaz. You have to put something in there or you can not continue with the report

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Atchison, KS, USA - 66002

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz 70 E Hawthorne Ave Valley Stream NY 11680

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes - Fake Prize Winner Scam

A toll free # was at Tory in VA - I was told to call other number which was Ann Gardner of APG & I won 3.4M they would pay all taxes, delivery, ins. I was not to tell anyone I won but I needed to get certified check of $7,780.62 ASAP & mail fedx or next day mail they would call & give me who to make check out to & mail it to. They were too urgent & continued to call me back. Blocked & reported Scam

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Albrightsville, PA, USA - 18210

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: APG group

Online Purchase

You book a flight with them, they cancel the flight, they don't issue a refund. They keep the money and keep telling your refund will come later. Originally they said 45 days, now they say it could be months.

Dollars Lost: $1349.34

Victim Location: Glenside, PA, USA - 19038

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Adam Vacations

Phishing - Stonegate Lending Union

They have contacted me numerous times after I’ve asked to be put on the do not call list. They would not give me an actual address for receiving legal complaint, but they have called me persistently.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Columbus, GA, USA - 31907

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Stonegate Lending Union

Retail Business

On May 12, 2026 at 2:55pm a call went to my voicemail. It is a recorded message that states they are Apria Healthcare, that I have an outstanding balance, and to prevent further collections effort to call them at 971-217-9927 to provide payment via credit card for balance owed and any future charges. They also provide a false website address EPAY.APRIA.COM to pay online. Thankfully this was not a successful scam call. Nice try bad guys. I know that I do not have a balance with Apria. Before calling any phone numbers or going to websites "they" provide you, do some research first.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Orange City, FL, USA - 32763

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Apria Healthcare

Phishing

I was called on Wednesday morning and given an automated message saying there was an important message for me and gave my full name. When i went through the call process I was only told it was a message regarding my father and was not given further information. When I asked what the message is or who it is from I was asked for more personal information and when I told them I would not provide any information until they identified who they represented and why they were calling they hung up on me. I called back 8 times and was not told the name of the company that is calling me and was hung up on multiple times before even getting to an operator. I am worried this organization is looking to scam my father and get personal information or worse with the help of AI call representatives. They claimed to be a law office but the call experience in no way represents any legal business.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Sarasota, FL, USA - 34233

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Harmon Tanner Asset Recovery LLC

Phishing - Ava Nelson / Process Server

Received 2 calls, back to back, from different phone numbers and 2 relatives had received calls, also from different phone numbers on the same day. They received the same recording. I did attempt to call the number they provided me using *67, attempting to locate a business name, however the phone rang for a while and went to a generic message prompting you to leave a voicemail. The voicemail that my relatives and I received is as follows: "This is Ava Nelson calling to follow up with a complaint received in our office for “my name”. The document case number is ###-#####. Documents regarding your file are being prepared to be sent out. You will need to be available to sign for the delivery. The issuing agent will dispatch confirmation. If they are unable to reach you at home, they will attempt to reach you at your verified place of employment. In order to stop further action from being taken, you will need to call 951-999-4091. This call has been logged and recorded as proof of efforts being made to notify you."

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: White City, OR, USA - 97503

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

I ordered some skincare products from Hair Color Hub on April 23, 2026. Supposedly the item label for USPS was created on April 24, 2026 and I was supposed to receive the items by April 30, 2026. As of this date, May 13, 2026, I still have not received the items and the shipping details have not been updated per the tracking number. USPS is still waiting for the package so they can update tracking.

Dollars Lost: $84.8

Victim Location: Williams, AZ, USA - 86046

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Hair Color Hub

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

Item supposedly sent from Hong Kong. Supposedly delivered 4/12/2026 with tracking number JSECQ2075235474YQ . Item (a dress) never delivered. This "delivery service" is a scam, multiple BBB complaints for same problem. If sending business is legit (doubtful), this company probably keeps items for resale to their own profit. Emails to this company bounce back as undeliverable. PayPal refuses to reverse charges because the sending company states the item was delivered, they obviously believe the scamming company (probably this "delivery service") instead of the honest consumer. Out the money. Never again. FYI the phone number I left for the company is MY number, there is no phone number listed for this company (surprise..) and the computer won't accept my complaint without a number.

Dollars Lost: $51

Victim Location: Springfield, MO, USA - 65802

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: JS Express

Phishing - Advanced Financial Servicing

Says I owe a payday loan and I have never taken a payday loan in my life. I looked up the company and it’s a legit company. But who keeps calling is not from the actual company I don’t believe.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Madison, OH, USA - 44057

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Advanced financial servicing

Online Purchase

Selling made in America flags. That first appear to ship from Ireland to Hawaii. (I am in SC). Then when they never arrive they supply fake logistics that show the package all over the place.

Dollars Lost: $44.5

Victim Location: Okatie, SC, USA - 29909

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Lightenous

Online Purchase - Online Purchase - Dkindo

I purchased a bassinet and was provided a tracking number. After 29 days the product showed delivered when it was not. I tried multiple time to contact the e-mail provided and weeks later they said they would ship again. I got the new tracking number and every update was exact to the day with the same wording and again the product showed delivered before our local time - it was not. This site is a scam. They take your money and you get no product.

Dollars Lost: $86

Victim Location: ON, CAN - M8Z 2Z6

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Dkindo

Employment

##- Yes! You can reply directly to this email within 30 days and Jamal will get it. Just make sure it’s above this line so we can read it right. -## Good morning Jane Doe ! I hope this email finds you well. We are reaching out on behalf of LSS Logistics, Inc. after receiving your resume via indeed, which was kindly forwarded to us by Keystone Home Health, Inc & El Dorado Chevrolet Mazda. We are currently hiring for remote position, including: IT Support Specialist Data Analyst Operations Coordinator Home Health Aide (You are needed to pick a position and specify to the manager you are interested in.) If you're still available and interested, we would be pleased to move forward with the interview process. Position Details: Compensation: $32.11 per hour. Benefits (After 30 Days): Health, Dental, Life, and AD&D Insurance Employee Wellness and 401(k) Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time Off & Holidays Next Steps: Interview Instructions To proceed, please contact our Assistant Hiring Manager, Mrs. Amy Cooper via Signal Messenger to schedule your interview. How to Connect: Download the Signal Messenger app from the App Store or Google Play Store Add Mrs. Cooper using either of the following: Phone ID: (952) 460-5258 Username: ************ ***** ************************************************************************************** Interview Timing: Immediately upon receiving this message. Company Website: https://lsslogisticsinc.com/ If you have any question please email ([email protected])

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Herndon, VA, USA - 20171

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: LSS Logistics

Phishing - Phishing

This is the second letter I recieved about a renewal policy for vehicle coverage for a 2021 cadillac escalade. Has my name and wants me to call 888-270-2309. The letter only states that it is from PPG and has an agent name of Thomas S. Cameron III

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Ogden, UT, USA - 84404

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: PPG agent name Thomas S. Cameron III

Online Purchase - 2Tactic

I purchased a product online and never received the product or a shipping email confirmation I have provided the company with two emails and two phone numbers and a screenshot of the bank transaction and they still say they can't locate my order.

Dollars Lost: $79.75

Victim Location: Bloomfield, KY, USA - 40008

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: 2Tactic

Counterfeit Product

They advertised QUILTED bags online. Very cute. I checked Amazon and they carried some of the line so I thought they were an honest company. Bags came unquilted just paint on canvas. They wouldn't own up to the fraudulent advertising. Solution was for me to donate the bags to charity or pay to return them to China. Another $20.

Dollars Lost: $60

Victim Location: North Port, FL, USA - 34291

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Aiorrax

Other

I am calling on behalf of document delivery services. We have been retained to schedule and deliver legal documents to you between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM at either your home or your place of employment. Will be making only 2 attempts to deliver these documents, which will require a signature as proof of delivery. If we are unable to deliver these documents after 2 attempts, it will be classified as a failed action to serve, which will result in the pending matter to proceed further without your consent. If you have any questions or if you need to reschedule this delivery, press one now to be connected to the next available representative, or you can call the office directly at 888-342-9218. Please be advised this call has been logged and submitted as proof you have been notified of this pending legal matter. Have a good day.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Nashville, TN, USA - 37203

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Document Delivery Services

Debt Collections

A Robo voice left me a voicemail stating : This message is solely intended for Lacy Smith. I am calling on behalf of document delivery services. We have been retained to schedule and deliver legal documents to you between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at either your home or your place of employment. We'll be making only 2 attempts to deliver these documents which will require signature as proof of delivery. If we are unable to deliver these documents after 2 attempts. It will be classified as a failed action to serve, which will result in the pending matter to proceed further without your consent. If you have any questions or if you need to reschedule this delivery, you will need to contact the office directly at 888-342-9218 and reference your file number. 2026 dash 783214. Please be advised this call has been logged and submitted as proof you have been notified of this pending legal matter. Have a good day.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Callahan, FL, USA - 32011

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: document delivery services

Other

I received an email stating that our account was past due and they required payment via phone.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Saint Petersburg, FL, USA - 33710

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: UPS Imposter

Credit Cards

I received a small cube pkg. from USPS Tracking #USPS Shipping. It seemed suspicious to me so Googled his name and discovered this is a scam probably empty. I am not sure if I should open it or. not.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Apex, NC, USA - 27502

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Davve Garzaz

Retail Business

My daughters and i were looking on sites looking for houses to rent. I was looking for a specific one that was on another site but could only find it on Craigslist. I inquired about property via the 716 382 9553 number and said that i was interested. I was told that I along with 3 other adults, (2 of which are my daughters) had to fill out an application to see if we were good candidates for the place. Despite not seeing the house in person yet. The person send me a link via Google that i filled out as did my daughters and another adult which gave all our personal information SS#, license/ID, current picture and multiple other personal details. I was told in order to process we would have to pay $50 each, which equals $200 in total. The person insisted that I pay through chime. I told them that I do not and never will use an app for money exchange. The person said to ask my children to see if they would help me download chime or if they had chime in order to send the money. I questioned it due to the response sounded like it was AI generated or not responding to what I was saying or had said. I asked to meet in order to see house. The person made excuses and needed to process the application and monies first. I said that if they don't meet that i would report them due to not wanting to show the house and wanting to exchange money beforehand. We arranged to meet. I then got the original post from my daughter and messaged the real estate agent that was on that post. I confirmed the meeting at the posted address on the date what time. The real estate agent responded saying they never arranged this meeting and that I was more than likely scammed by someone posting a duplicate real estate account on Craigslist. The real estate agent informed me that he never posted on Craigslist. That I should report it. He also said that this has happened before and it needs to stop but doesn't know how to stop it. This person got my personal information, along with my 2 daughters and another adult as well as a current picture.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Blairsville, PA, USA - 15717

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: N/A

Counterfeit Product

1. Nowhere does it say that assembly is required, nor did you send any instructions. Then when I reached out to the company, they sent me a homemade video of a different product and it was in Chinese, not English 2. It’s says “lighting effects” included but there are not any 3. Also says “decorative function” included but there isn’t 4. The advertised picture is NOT what I received

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Victim Location: Virginia Beach, VA, USA - 23456

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: www.funnyrose.com

Counterfeit Product - Counterfeit Product

Product was advertised as Areliaa brand but item received was a knockoff JAYSUING TRANSFERPROOR COLOR I contacted customer support. Here’s their response: Thank you for reaching out and for explaining what happened with order ARL74503. I understand how frustrating it is to feel like you received a knockoff instead of the name-brand product you were expecting. To clarify, the item you received is our Areliaa product. During a packaging transition, some batches are shipped with the manufacturer or supplier branding instead of the Areliaa name on the tube or box. The formula and performance are the same as the Areliaa product advertised on our website, but I understand that this still feels misleading and not what you had in mind. We do not have a separate Areliaa-branded version available to exchange in cases like this, but we can absolutely resolve this for you. You have two options, and you can choose whichever feels best for you: you can keep the item and receive a partial refund, or you can return it within 90 days of delivery for a full refund of the product price. Return shipping costs would be your responsibility, and original shipping fees are generally non-refundable. If you would like to return the item, please reply and confirm that you prefer a full refund via return, and I will send you the detailed return instructions. If you would rather keep the product with a partial refund, let me know and I will process that refund right away.

Dollars Lost: $27.98

Victim Location: Fairfield, VA, USA - 24435

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Areliaa Imposter

Online Purchase

I purchased a boneless chair through a site called “Lumenpicks” from TikTok. It took me to a legit looking website that said “Lumen” and had me pay $37 and give all of my personal details to make the purchase. I did receive an email immediately after saying thank you for my purchase. I also received a message that said not to dispute any charges with them or they would file fraudulent charges against me. I thought this was very strange so I started researching this company. Come to find out it is a scam! Three days after my initial purchase I started seeing charges on my bank card for $69.99 luckily I locked my debit card once I found out they were a scam so they didn’t get anymore money from me after the $37. But now I’m scared to unlock my debit card and use it. I need to get a new one, but unfortunately this will cause me a hassle, because I need my direct deposits to keep going to my card. It’s a mess and completely unfair that they have now scammed thousands of customers. TikTok won’t take responsibility because they say once you click the link it takes you off their site, but I wouldn’t have been scammed in the first place if the ads didn’t come on my TikTok page. Needless to say I won’t be using TikTok anymore either. I really hope the proper channels can investigate these scammers so people can stop being scammed. Times are so hard on so many of us and we don’t deserve to loose more money. I purchased that no less chair, because I have no furniture and can’t afford to purchase any. I had a new baby last year and instead of always sitting on the floor with my baby I was wanted to have a place for her and I to sit together.

Dollars Lost: $37

Victim Location: Hudson, FL, USA - 34667

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Lumenpick/Lumen

Counterfeit Product - Counterfeit Product - Aurin Vancouver

Ordered dress as seen online and when it came it was awful, same colour and basic shape but fabric was horrible. You would not want a table cloth out of it, much less a formal dress.

Dollars Lost: $59.95

Victim Location: ON, CAN - L4P 3X3

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Aurin Vancouver

Online Purchase - online scam

Selling a kids play set and it's a scam. They said they were getting rid of old stock at a discounted price.

Dollars Lost: $9.49

Victim Location: Norfolk, VA, USA - 23518

Date Reported: May 13, 2026

Business Name Used: Nurture nutra source

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