Scam

A Chinese-American individual received repeated calls from a T-Mobile number claiming to be from United Healthcare's 'Chinese division,' with the caller persistently attempting to engage despite the recipient's denial of any prior business. The caller's behavior deviated from typical scam patterns by targeting the individual repeatedly after being hung up on.

A person received a Spanish-language call claiming a package delivery was imminent, but later discovered the package was not out for delivery. The caller used a wireless number and subsequent calls were suspicious, leading the individual to suspect fraud or a potential kidnapping.

A 54-year-old father was scammed into purchasing multiple Kotak Life Insurance policies with excessively long maturity periods (40 and 60 years). One policy was canceled during the free look period, but another remains active. The submitter seeks guidance on filing a complaint with IRDAI for a refund.

A person with cancer is struggling to avoid burdening their 100-year-old mother while seeking advice on how to manage their caregiving responsibilities. Another individual reflects on potentially avoiding a scam.

A user clicked a Reddit link to watch SpongeBob in Spanish, triggering popups claiming a virus infection and preventing system shutdown. They contacted a provided phone number (866-881-4764), shared personal information, and are questioning if the incident is a scam.

A college acquaintance with 100 mutual connections offered $500 to use a selfie in an art piece, claiming it would be sold for $2000. The user is cautious about accepting payment via Zelle and suspects a scam, later confirmed by others. The artist sent samples of their work but the user ultimately distrusts the arrangement.

A person received a suspicious text with an official-looking case number and was contacted by individuals claiming to represent a company, demanding personal information. After verifying with the county clerk, they confirmed no new legal action existed against them, suspecting the interaction was a scam. The case number referenced a past year, and the individual refused to provide sensitive details like their date of birth.

A user sent gift cards to a friend outside the US due to banking difficulties, but the friend sold them for cash. The user is now concerned the friend may be involved in a scam and is unsure if their account could be compromised.

Jay Mattier reported a scam where a caller impersonated a young man he raised, claiming to be in an accident and needing money for a bond. The scammer used fake crying and a convincing lawyer to pressure him, but Mattier avoided sending money after verifying the situation. Attorney Jason Stoogenke advised recognizing such scams by checking for code words or inconsistencies.

A user received a call from a 'No Caller ID' number with someone claiming to be a sheriff from a neighboring county. The caller asked about two individuals, spoke in an unprofessional tone, and hung up after the user requested repetition. The user suspects a scam due to the blocked number and the caller's odd behavior.

Inside Success TV marketed a $20,000 deal for a Roku video as a 'TV opportunity,' using fake urgency and misleading claims about reach and success. The service offers minimal media exposure for a high cost, with critics accusing it of scam tactics and exaggerating benefits.

The article warns that ByHotelea.com, a platform offering complimentary hotel stays in exchange for content and reviews, may be a scam. Key concerns include requiring applicants to pay a fee to join, a lack of transparency, and a generic recruitment process. The author questions the legitimacy of the platform's business model.

A person fell victim to a Shopify mentor scam after being introduced to 'Michael' through a Facebook group member named Samantha. The scam involved fake client testimonials, gift card payment schemes, and a fraudulent $5,000 order spike. The scammer later revealed Samantha and Michael were the same person using the same phone number.

A California resident received a suspicious voicemail from a Central Oklahoma number, which used a glitching AI voice to request a $1499 payment. The caller urged the recipient to press one to speak with customer support, prompting the recipient to block the number and express concern about potential fraud.

A 95-year-old father-in-law received a $9,000 tax refund check, attempted to cash it at his old bank but the account was closed, later cashed it successfully at a new bank, and is now secretive about the situation. The family is concerned about potential scams and the check's validity.

A user received a suspicious text message claiming to be from PayPal about a $300 transaction hold, but the message used an Outlook email instead of a phone number and provided a non-official fraud department phone number. The automated message included a copyright notice and urged immediate action, leading the user to question its legitimacy as a potential scam.

The user is receiving unsolicited messages and calls from websites they never visited, claiming they created accounts or showed interest in tools. They received a call from Ceat Tyres alleging a query was raised from their number, which they deny. The user is concerned about potential hacking or scams.

A user reports persistent harassment from 'Credence Resource Management,' a company with 235 one-star Google reviews alleging scams and credit score impacts. During a call, an Indian woman claimed the user was listed under a fake name, 'Frank Woody,' which the user suspects is a tactic to extract personal information.

A user is considering an interview for a Marketing Assistant position at Valore Events Inc., listed on Indeed as a 'confidential' company offering $600-800 weekly. They express concerns about the company being a scam due to lack of specific details and their own struggles in the job market.

Alex Delgado, a longtime journalist, was scammed out of $72,000 after receiving a fake text message. The incident highlights the risks of scam communications targeting individuals.

A Reddit user fell for a scam after clicking a suspicious link, leading to account takeover and email change by an imposter on Discord. The user reported the scam and is seeking help to recover their account.

Former news anchor Alex Delgado was scammed out of $72,000 after a fake text. He is now back in the news with a personal story.

A person hired for a customer service job discovered it involved sales efforts pushing donations for 'the national firefighters thing,' raising concerns about the legitimacy and destination of funds. The individual questions if the operation is a scam and notes tactics to avoid being identified as telemarketers.

A person received a suspicious PayPal email claiming a payment was completed for Charles Cook, including an invoice and phone number. After verifying PayPal's official contact information and reporting the email, the issue was resolved. The individual expressed concern due to an ex-partner's family members previously using their name for fraudulent orders.

A user's friend received a suspicious Discord message requesting them to download a CurseForge plugin for a Minecraft server. The sender's account may be compromised, as the request involves an unverified ZIP file and JSON file that showed no results on VirusTotal. The user is unsure if this is a scam or a legitimate request.

A user (F19) received multiple emails asking if they still had an 8.5 Nike item for sale on Vinted, despite not using the platform. The sender provided a Vinted link after being questioned about potential scams, and the user blocked them after realizing they may have clicked a Vinted ad on YouTube.

A user fell victim to a Payactiv scam after sharing a photo of their ID and personal information with a fraudulent support agent. They later discovered the call was likely a scam and have taken steps like filing a police report and planning to obtain a new ID. The scammer obtained their employee ID, phone number, and email address.

A user canceled their Starz account and received a refund but later got an email containing a chat transcript from their cancellation. They responded 'yes' to the email but are now concerned it might be a scam due to suspicious 'kbounces' in the security details.

A scammer called pretending to be PayPal, providing the user's details and requesting a verification code for a 'suspicious transaction.' The user initially hesitated but later realized the call was fraudulent after their baby cried and they discovered the scammer was not affiliated with PayPal.

A Canadian resident claims they were scammed by Global Work and Travel after paying $1 to apply for a teaching position in Costa Rica, only to be charged $7,400. Despite requesting a refund, they were unable to recover the money and found legal action impractical due to international costs. The individual alleges misleading advertising and billing practices by the company.

A British tourist was shocked by an Australian crocodile travel rule, mistakenly believing it to be a scam. The incident highlights a cultural or regulatory misunderstanding between the traveler and local authorities.

A person received a suspicious call from an unknown number claiming to be from 'protective services' (not a real US agency) at 8 PM on a Sunday night. The AI-generated voice message urged a callback, followed by a text with a blurry business card image, raising concerns about a potential scam.

A business receives daily scam calls from individuals impersonating 'Merchant Services' to request sensitive information about a non-existent merchant account. Callers use spoofed caller IDs and attempt to deceive employees into divulging details, though no legitimate account or personnel exist. The scam appears designed to exploit potential vulnerabilities through social engineering.

A scammer named Luis, claiming to be Brazilian, attempted to solicit a $450 'annual donation' on Savannah's River Street by discussing water conservation and oysters. The scammer and a partner wore vests with green clovers, but the victim's child intervened and avoided the transaction. The incident highlights a potential scam in the area.

A user was scammed out of $2,500 after being tricked by a fake Discord moderator through a friend's hacked account. The scam involved threats and a fabricated report, but the user avoided sharing sensitive information like their SSN or passwords.

A user received a Samsung account verification code via iPhone's Message app despite never creating a Samsung account. The same verification code was sent in 2024 with a different account number, raising concerns about potential scamming.

A user attended a free 4th of July party listed on Eventbrite but found that the venue staff had no knowledge of the event. The event was promoted on Instagram by the host, but upon arrival, multiple attendees faced confusion as the staff denied any awareness of the party. The organizer did not respond to inquiries.

A grammar school chief is investigating parents who used fake addresses to secure their child's school placement. The case involves fraudulent practices to gain admission.

A user suspects a scam after being recruited via WhatsApp by a 'co-founder' exhibiting red flags, including a fake company deck, lack of LinkedIn profile, and AI-like communication. The user questions the scammer's intent and notes a parallel phone-based job scam attempt.

A user received an automated call from Bank of America claiming an unauthorized Apple transaction, but suspects it is a scam due to no active BofA account. The user questions if scammers are targeting Apple Pay linked to old accounts or using general phishing tactics.