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VASANTHA about VK-KARFCS
PLEASE METION THAT NAME PERSON WHO ARE USEING THIS ID NAME : CNPI00106620 GE
They repeatedly tried chattering my card for weeks and finally when I got a new card they somehow charged my new card this is bull shit
Bexx about 26435
So my accounts were hacked in july and all info leaked onto the darked (experian told me before kaspersky, pay for dark web monitoring if you want alerts!)
Texts Started in October 2020
All from midpayweek.com
They look like all the other texts copied & pasted above
All have links that i refuse to click on
So i was an idiot in 2019 and in a moment of desperation had used 2 different payday loan services (not midpayweek), dont know if it's related
Also my Dave account was hacked (with thousands of orher people, they sent me a letter informing/warning me my info was leaked)
Dont fucking use those services. They will charge you like x5 times more than what they offer
So if you get a one time payment of $50)
You'll pay that company like 2 or 3 grand because of interest and fees and bullshit
And there's no grace period
So if you dont suddenly become employed with a job that pays well while miraculously having zero bills, you will be fucked
Ruined my perfect credit score for the next seven years, still havent recovered financially
Just sell your unused stuff, guys. Books, clothes, phones
Sell your plasma or sperm
Join a research trial and take crazy research drugs for science
Babysit, tutor, data entry, sell your used underwear or pictues of your feet to weirdos on fetish sites
Do not use those quick payday loan services!!!
In mid 2019 we visited Pisa, Italy. Some months later we received a ticket in the mail for a car we had rented and the date we had visited. The violation being in-order with our records, we paid the ticket.
In late 2020, we received a letter from Kehoe Financial Group which apparently has multiple reported addresses including 463 Livingston Street suite 102-154, Norwood NJ (per recent notice dated Dec 14th 2020) and 190 Moore St., Ste. 203 Hackensack, NJ (per the Better Business Bureau), herein after referred to as KFG. The letter from KFG was detailed but critically flawed as to any chance of legitimacy, per the following details. All parties experiencing similar notifications are encouraged to report the associated details.
The so-called 'Ticket Date' on the KFG message is from mid-December 2020. The reported "Protocol #" and "License Plate #" in the header of the KFG message (under the heading "RE: MUNICIPALITY F PISA") match those of the 2019 ticket we already paid. Obviously this is not possible, since we have not traveled overseas since mid 2019, more than half a year before the pandemic. But the KFG-reported numbers and language matching an actual fully processed and remitted non-moving traffic violation are quite telling as to intent of KFG.
The KFG notice continues with a bold-font, all-caps, underlined "NOTIFICATION OF TRAFFIC VIOLATION FINE" and reports "You owe and amount of...", with a value in U.S. Dollars roughly between 2 and 3 times the previously remitted 2019 violation, depending on the currency exchange rate between the US dollar and the Euro.
The KFG message, however, contains no reported value in Euro reported from the municipality of Pisa, Italy. The language and presentation of the KFG message are very stern and clearly state that money is owed, implying a new violation more that 1.5 years after our trip, but from the same License Plate number and 'Protocol #'.
This is apparently an attempt to dupe unsuspecting former travelers who may not clearly remember making earlier payment of a violation (per the extended period between real vs. KFG-reported violation), or who may decide that since they obviously can afford overseas tourism, it may just be better to make the payment to clear up the matter and simply 'avoid any hassle'. In the perpetration of mail fraud or wire fraud, these types of trick are common practice by the fraudster to increase the chances of 'buy-in' on the part of the victim or the 'mark'.
It would seem that either Mr. Matthew Prolifrone or Ms. Kimberly Adamo or both of the reported principles (per BBB) either have connections to someone with access to municipal records of Pisa, or are securing this information from the public records of that town if available, or are securing information from rental car records from Pisa or another regional airport serving international travelers and renting cars to same. It seems clear that these two individuals are fraudsters.
Our CEO, Mr. Dabao is asking if you are available for a brief discussion, could you please let me know so I can send you an overview. Thank you for your response. We want to improve our customer relations so we are essentially looking to form a working relationship with you based on Collecting payment for outstanding invoices and payment from future sales.
Many thanks,
Ms. Kennie Kem
Executive Assistant to LuLu Dabao
LuLu O. Dabao
Founder, AZ Int'l & DABAO Machinery.
Asia O: 15 Jinsha Main Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China 071000
North America O: 2300 West Sahara Ave, Ste 800 Las Vegas, NV 89102
China & Hongkong M: +852 8193 0482 O: +852 8193 0827
Japan O: +81 345 790 656
www.dabaogroup.com
DEAR SIR
I am a direct Mandate to a genuinely renowned Investment Finance Company offering Cash & Asset Backed Financial Instruments on Lease and Sale
at the best rates and with the most feasible procedures.
Instruments offered can be put in all forms of trade and can be monetized or discounted for direct funding.
For Inquiry contact Email: bwtradefinanceplc@gmail.com
Skype: bwtradefinanceplc@outlook.com
Regards,
Thomas Cage.
Theresa about 1-410-200-506
FRM:5125068558
SUBJ:Account temporary limited. Call 51250685
MSG: to resolve the issue #udbuvdsj
Shelley about Midweekpay.com
Got text from Miles saying he could get me $1,080 by early Wednesday. In the link it said Midweek Payday. I responded 'but can you suck your own d*ck? That was two weeks ago, haven't heard back yet. Evidently that's an effective way to stop them. LMFAO!
Keep receiving text messages from this number saying that I’m ok to apply for a loan ... I’ve never had dealings with this company whatsoever so I don’t even know how how they’ve got my number !!
Notice of Class Action Settlement re Google Plus – Your Rights May Be Affected
Offers $12 compensation if you had an account with Google Plus! Sounds like a scam to grab your personal info.
The bogus website link is www.GooglePlusDataLitigation.com
How much will I receive from the Settlement?
The Plan of Allocation provides for Settlement Payments to Claimants as follows: The Net Settlement Fund shall be allocated to Claimants on a pro rata basis up to an initial maximum distribution of US$5.00 per Claimant. If there are insufficient funds to pay claimants $5.00 based on the number of claimants, the payment to each claimant will be reduced pro ratably. If sufficient funds remain after calculation of the aggregate initial maximum distribution of US$5.00 per Claimant, the allocation shall be recalculated on a pro rata basis up to a maximum distribution of up to US$12.00 per Claimant. For clarity, the maximum Settlement Payment to be made to any single Claimant shall not exceed US$12.00.
How do I get out of the Settlement?
If you do not want to be part of the Settlement, you must submit an Opt-Out Form no later than October 8, 2020. You may obtain the Opt-Out Form at www.GooglePlusDataLitigation.com. Your completed Opt-Out Form may be submitted via e-mail to Info@GooglePlusDataLitigation.com, or via postal mail to the following address: Google Plus Data Litigation, Attn: Opt-Out Requests, P.O. Box 58220, Philadelphia, PA, 19102. If you opt-out of the Settlement, you will not be bound by the Settlement Agreement, you will not receive a Settlement Payment, and you will not be allowed to object to the Settlement.
Got the same mail! It has more info and a bogus website link. Take care!
How do I get out of the Settlement?
If you do not want to be part of the Settlement, you must submit an Opt-Out Form no later than October 8, 2020. You may obtain the Opt-Out Form at www.GooglePlusDataLitigation.com. Your completed Opt-Out Form may be submitted via e-mail to Info@GooglePlusDataLitigation.com, or via postal mail to the following address: Google Plus Data Litigation, Attn: Opt-Out Requests, P.O. Box 58220, Philadelphia, PA, 19102. If you opt-out of the Settlement, you will not be bound by the Settlement Agreement, you will not receive a Settlement Payment, and you will not be allowed to object to the Settlement.
Do I have a lawyer in this case?
Yes. The Court has appointed Class Counsel to represent you and other Settlement Class Members. In this case, Class Counsel are John A. Yanchunis and Ryan J. McGee of the law firm Morgan & Morgan Complex Litigation Group; Clayeo C. Arnold and Joshua H. Watson of the law firm Clayeo C. Arnold Professional Law Corporation; and Franklin D. Azar and Margeaux R. Azar of the law firm Franklin D. Azar & Associates, P.C. You will not be charged for these lawyers. If you want to be represented by another lawyer, you may hire one at your own expense.
How will the lawyers be paid?
The attorneys representing the Settlement Class have not yet received any payment for their legal services or any reimbursement of the costs or out-of-pocket expenses they have incurred. Class Counsel plans to ask the Court to award attorneys’ fees from the Settlement Fund not to exceed $1,875,000 which is 25% of the Settlement Fund, and reimbursement of costs and expenses in the approximate amount of $200,000.
Got this fake email. The from address interestingly is noreply@amazon.com. Take care!!
"We lock your Amazon account and hold all your last orders.
We took this action, because the billing information you provided did not match the information in the card issuer file.
To unlock your account, you can click the button below and proceed with identity verification to prove that it is your account.
Verify Account
We appreciate your patience with our security measures.
Thank you for your attention.
Best regards,
Amazon Help Center"
My wifes3 debit card was attacked last night around 3:00 am Pacific time. The amount was $59.30. I take this personally as disrespect towards my wife and myself. If you contact thsm allow them to know I'm not a person to cross.
Scott Pres DEFIANTOUTCASTS mc
Tasha about SCRHUG.COM 888-983-5075 NH
I've getting billed 39.90 every month on the 27th, even while I was in jail. This is bull crap and I need a solution not a dumb cite that tells me to post my complaints
They billed my pre paid card but no order number
Sylvia about CRSCR.com
I never signed up for this fucking company I don't know who they are all the sudden I keep getting these 39.90 takn out of my debit card account why are you taking money out and it's not once a month they take this shit out like twice a week a lot of my money is gone I need that money back that's my kids money I need my money back right fucking now something's got to happen you going to put my money back on my card I'm not playing games whoever these people are you just can't keep taking money out somebody's account where is the 1-800 number for them this is fraud this is identity theft this is not right the LAW needs to be contacted about this
I lose my internet from 3 days. Daily I got 3GB data but from 3 days nothing. Company care executive tell me there is nothing like that it will be ok till 2 may while I complain it before 2 days. They are not answering perfectly they cut my call also. I don't think so this problem will come from company I doubt on it. My mobile number is (9627725754).
Please help me to come out from this problem and I got back my daily internet.
Easter about CASE NO: FGTM-98524L2
This is to notify you that Easter Laramore is currently in default under its obligations to ACE cash Financial Group Inc in the amount of $1200.18
CASE NO: FGTM-98524L2
Loan Account No. 006698 Dated December 19th, 2017
Amount Outstanding: $1200.00
This is regarding your payday loan. Collection Associates Acs Inc Is a parent owner company of 476 Internet paydays Loan company. With all technical Proofs Company has filed a lawsuit in the county courthouse. You have to pay least $300 (25% amount of your outstanding amount as per FDCP Act-811) today for avoid the warrant and any legal action.
Practice: Civil Right, Banking and Finance, Debtor-Creditor Rights.
Our client ACE cash Financial Group Inc. Is a Finance Company claiming outstanding dues of a Pay Day Loan provided to their Client by administrative offset of monies payable by the Government.
If you do not appear at that time and place, judgment with costs may be made against you in your a
Obviously, not my real name above. Does anyone have a phone number for midweekpay? If yes, Please post it in the comments of a message like this. It's ridiculous that midweekpay doesn't list contact info. They're a pathetic company that caters to coward-a$$ criminals
Find Your Warrant Copy
CASE FILE #: HA5 -32186
DUE AMOUNT-$997.77
Respective Debtor,
This is to inform you, that you are going to be legally prosecuted in the Court House within a couple of days. Your S.S.N is put on hold by the US Federal Government, so before the case, if filed we would like to notify you about this matter.
It seems apparent that you have chosen to ignore all our efforts to contact you in order to resolve your case. At this point, you have made your intentions clear and have left us no choice but to protect our interest in this matter. Now this means a few things for you, if you are under any state probation or payroll we need you to inform your manager/Concerned HR department about what you have done in the past and what would be the consequences once the case has been downloaded and executed in your name.
Now, FTC is pressing charges against you regarding 3 serious allegations:
1. Violation of federal banking regulation act 1983 (C)
2. Collateral check fraud
3. Theft by deception (ACT 21 A)
If we do not hear from you within 24 hours of the date on this letter, we will be compelled to seek legal representation from our company Attorney. We reserve the right to commence litigation for intent to commit wire fraud under the pretense of refusing to repay a total outstanding amount committed to, by use of the internet. In addition, we reserve the right to seek recovery for the balance due, as well as legal fees and any court cost incurred.
WE CARRY ALL THE RIGHTS RESERVED TO INFORM TO FBI, FTC YOUR EMPLOYER AND BANK ABOUT FRAUD. And once you are found guilty in the courthouse, then you have to breathe entire cost of this lawsuit which totals to $13,428.15, excluding amount you borrow, attorney's fee & the interest charges. You have the right to hire an attorney. If you don't have or can't afford one then the court will appoint one for you.
If you are looking for resolve this matter then kindly respond back on Citizencrimecommission.nyc@gmail.com and speak to "Officer Brian Rosner" to resolve this issue ASAP.
?
Kindly Regards,
Officer Cathy Jones
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Mtaslima about VK-RBISAY
ulsterbnk@europe.com give me many my account 1.4milions dollar us
Your Uber vide: 5995. Reply stop to +3362 to unsubscribe
Sent me bogus cashier's check, and wanted me to buy three gift cards at different Wal-Mart stores. Then I was to e-mail them photos of both sides of these gift cards. I checked the check out, and even called the Columbia State Bank. Somehow, they had the right routing number, but it was in the wrong place, and the account number they used did not exist. I'm just saving it to show as an example of the kind of scams that are out there. I did write VOID across the check. Lesson Learned? What would you say? Ha Ha Ha, I hope they spent some money overnighting it through UPS.
Now into the pet scam business. This guy will send you a bogus cashier's check for his purchase including the $$ for his arranged shippers. He will ask you to pay the shippers via MoneyGram. You will be dumb enough to do it. His fake check will bounce. You will lose your money. if you manage to not to lose all of it he will threaten you via continuous messages, etc. Moneygram names = Andrew Gregory and Gregory Smith (Pittsburgh PA). Additional email KennJackson37@gmail.com
received an email from fordj@2046@gmail.com they where saying it was urgent to contact them, not to ignore. In the long run, they had a fake cancer story blah blah blah, 2 million bucks later. I didn't bite. I told this person they're a scammer an should be ashamed of themselves using a cancer story and that I have reported them. So beware.
This is a company that participates in fraudulent activities. When you call the number you get put on hold for an hour and then you speak too someone who is either rude or does not speak English. I never authorized this and now they won't give my money back!
Same story as Jessica.Nuhydrate is a total scam using Joanna Gaines as a come on. Please don't fall for it.
Received this sms in Malaysia. SKYLINK FINANCIAL GLOBAL RESOURCE BUSINESS LOAN up to ~ RM5000-RM500,0000 PROJECT FUNDED up to ~100,000,00 MBB RHB HLB recommend customer can take 10% commission
CASE FILE #: HA5 -3265301
DUE AMOUNT-$997.77
Respective Debtor,
This is to inform you, that you are going to be legally prosecuted in the Court House within a couple of days. Your S.S.N is put on hold by the US Federal Government, so before the case, if filed we would like to notify you about this matter.
It seems apparent that you have chosen to ignore all our efforts to contact you in order to resolve your case. At this point, you have made your intentions clear and have left us no choice but to protect our interest in this matter. Now this means a few things for you, if you are under any state probation or payroll we need you to inform your manager/Concerned HR department about what you have done in the past and what would be the consequences once the case has been downloaded and executed in your name.
Now, FTC is pressing charges against you regarding 3 serious allegations:
1. Violation of federal banking regulation act 1983 (C)
2. Collateral check fraud
3. Theft by deception (ACT 21 A)
If we do not hear from you within 24 hours of the date on this letter, we will be compelled to seek legal representation from our company Attorney. We reserve the right to commence litigation for intent to commit wire fraud under the pretense of refusing to repay a total outstanding amount committed to, by use of the internet. In addition, we reserve the right to seek recovery for the balance due, as well as legal fees and any court cost incurred.
WE CARRY ALL THE RIGHTS RESERVED TO INFORM TO FBI, FTC YOUR EMPLOYER AND BANK ABOUT FRAUD. And once you are found guilty in the courthouse, then you have to breathe entire cost of this lawsuit which totals to $13,428.15, excluding amount you borrow, attorney's fee & the interest charges. You have the right to hire an attorney. If you don't have or can't afford one then the court will appoint one for you.
If you are looking to resolve this matter then kindly respond back on Citizencrimecommission.nyc@gmail.com and speak to "Officer Brian Rosner" to resolve this issue ASAP.?
Thanks and Regards
Karen Miller
I got an SMS without interacting with HDFC Bank giving an OTP asking to create ATMPIN! This is FRAUD.
"One Time Password (OTP) for debit card ending 6523 is 367796. Pls use this OTP at HDFC Bank ATM (language selection screen) to create your ATM PIN before 05Jan19"
Hotspringravelling.com.
2nd prize $200000AUD. Apparently received in error. Claim to make exception with approval from sponsor who is http://www.amandaaidenholdings.com/english_version/index.html
Just have to transfer $4K to allow transfer of funds if you sign NDA. Kenny Lim Kenny.Lim@hotspring travelling, bunch of crooks.
Bogus offer! Beware!! "You are now eligible for 0% financing. Press 1 to activate it. This offer is only available for the next ten minutes."
I got a similar one from NO DELAY CASH. Dont know whether this is legitimate. Most unlikely. You may end up losing money instead of getting a loan!
" http://m.nodelaycash.co.uk/5UnKKx1C Loans upto £2000, payable over 1 to 36 months with NO UPFRONT FEES "
Text message received from 954-736-9304 . This was about a free Walmart shopping Card. All of US$1,000! And provided a bogus link to click to "claim" your gift card.
Special Alert Agnus! Dear Valued WalMart Customer, U just won a no cost 1000 USD worth of Shopping GiftCard. Get now at th2i.us/winn
I ordered a product for a free trial. I was to be charged only $4.95 s&H. But they went on to hit me with $89.95 after 4 weeks. No response from them at all. Does anyone know how to cancel and get out of this mess?
I saw their ad on Facebook for a Adidas Yeezy 700 waverunner. Price was good and I ordered. But I received a fake adidas product after 3 weeks. Since then have not been able to get them to send me a return address neither am I getting a refund. This is scam.
This seem to be a popular scam. I got the same SMS today reported by ThomaS. The link to click was http://uq4.one/3HeOwK. Don't click! Virus! Take care!
Sent me this message with a dangerous virus link to view. Fido text fraud. " 14530 bk (10001) FID0-MSG You have received a payment! See : http://188.166.166.189 View the link above for details. Opt-out send STOP "
Left message asking to call 347-809-3468 stating my social is suspended and a legal claim is initiated! Weird! Decided to ignore this one.
530-402-8852 called. Recorded voice. Sounded like "Bureau of Credits" ...wanted me to admit I owe money on an unidentified loan! Trash! Blocked this number!
Got a similar offer for free back brace provided I share medicare information!! The call came from 337-545-5943
I got multiple missed calls. Two or three rings and it stops. This must be some scam. Prompting people to call back??? Looks like an international number +22364470489
DVLA messaging to tell you about refund of excess tax paid! Want you to go to a scam website https://dvla.company posing as DVLA!
gbsm@gmx.ch? Got this shitty message! "GoodNews! Your Mobile Number Won £486000GBP Samsung UK/MALAYSIA Promo Draw. To Validate & Claim Prize EMAIL us. Your Winning Unique ID: YW8203; Name; Address and Telephone number to: gbsm@gmx.ch"
Email with attachment loaded with Virus!
Dear Customer,
Thanks for using DHL Delivery
DHL Airwaybill NO: 435450811
Origin: CHINA
What is attached?
This email contains the following attachments:
· 1 set of DHL transport label and document of the consignment note.
· 1 shipment receipt.
· 4 customs invoices (only if requested).
Access the shipping documents?
Kindly find attached shipping documents.
Thanks for shipping with DHL
I was called and told to pay up a medical bill which was not mine! I don't keep any bills unpaid for long. This call is a scam. Hang up if they call you!
You have won $500 worth free travel vouchers from Costco! Fake Costco member offers! Beware! This has nothing to do with Costco. You could get scammed into paying for a bogus travel package!
The caller said I won money from American Dream Foundation. Asked me to pay taxes $7500 to receive 750,000 prize money! Told him to ply his stupid trick elsewhere!
Left voicemail informing me about suspension of my social security account since it has been "compromised" (Hmmm...) You dont get voicemails from the SSA! And that too without identifying me by my name!
The caller said there was a subpoena against my name based on a civil complaint and that I need to call or have "your lawyer" call them! As if we retain lawyers whole year round! Nasty scare tactic indeed!
The female said her name was Betty Thompson! But she had a fake accent and was certainly an alien or an illegal immigrant trying to scam you
This is my favorite scam robo-call. The bad grammar in the robo-call makes me laugh every time. So much a non-english speaker who just used a translation engine and then make a robo phrase out of it. I just want to have them keep calling so I can get a good laugh every time. Who would believe this was real. No gov't employee calls it your "social" over a phone line. duhhhh
Fake Directv marketer. Offers 50% discount on future bills if we send him 5 months advance! Cool scam!
Left voice mail posing as a. FBI employee. Attempts to scare you to extort money
Anne about Officer James Morrison, CRA
Officer James Morrison. From various 613 (area code) numbers. I have blocked several of them. They keep calling.
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FCC's stand on unwanted text messages
It’s illegal to send unsolicited commercial email messages to wireless devices. The messages may promise free gifts or cheap services. Scam artists posing as Govt agencies could send messages threatening action unless money is paid. Spam texts can contain phishing links designed to steal personal info or may infect user's phone.
2017-11-19 00:55:13Millions lost each year - Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, citizens lose millions of dollars, each year, by responding fraudulent text messages. Scammers use deceptive text messages to lure consumers into providing personal or financial information
2017-11-18 22:40:22In Australia, ACMA handles actions on spam SMS messages
Report spam SMS to ACMA by forwarding to 0429 999 888. If you have a grievance about a specific SMS message, submit a complaint to the ACMA or contact the ACMA on 1300 855 180.
2017-11-18 22:27:50Stopping Spam SMS Messages - UK
Organizations must only send marketing text messages to individuals, if they have agreed to receive them, except where there is a clearly defined customer relationship. Forward spam SMS messages to 7726 for the network operator to act.
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SPAM TEXTS PHISHING LINKS SMS SCAM
What are the popular SMS/Text Message Scams?
Spam texts (SMS Messages) are sent by computers, bots or apps programmed to spit out hundreds of messages every minute. Scammers expect only a very small percentage of recipients to respond. To increase the chance of successful hits, scammers flood mobile phone networks with millions of messages. Their ultimate aim is financial gain by defrauding unwary recipients who respond assuming that the spam text message they received is legit. Report at Myrmillo.com.
It's important for you to be aware of various types of SMS scams and hence be guarded.
Lottery / Sweepstakes Spam Texts
The fraud business of making money by sending spam SMS commenced with "lottery winner" scam! It's wide spread across the globe. Unwary recipients are amazed to hear they have been "randomly" selected to win a large prize. Scammers use names of well known corporations including Coca Cola, Pepsi, Apple, Microsoft to make the text appear legit. Report at Myrmillo.com.
Bank Account or Credit / Debit Card Suspension
Text message disguised to make it appear as if sent by your bank or your credit card service provider could make the recipient call back or click a phishing link, all designed to steal account credentials. Deceived users panic when they are alerted by unauthorized debits. Report at Myrmillo.com.
Fake Loan Spam Texts
Scammers send bogus messages informing users that their loan application is approved and to get back to them, to receive funds in their bank accounts. The deceived user ends up making an advance fee payment for a loan which never existed. Dubious websites collect loan applications and pass on the phone numbers of unsuspecting customers to criminal networks, for a fee. Report at Myrmillo.com.
Bogus Debt Collection Spam Texts
Fake debt collectors and bogus law firms, send out messages about unpaid debts. Same message is sent to thousands of people, at the same time! Someone who may have defaulted on a loan could get scammed into believing that the message, is in fact, from his creditor and end up paying money which does nothing, to reduce his debt. Report at Myrmillo.com.
IRS, HMRC Tax Demand Scam
In US, Canada and the UK, messages demanding tax payments are a major source of fraud. The messages are largely sent out by scam operators in foreign countries who have local agents to collect "tax" from panicking tax payers. Once a tax payer reverts, the fake tax agents threaten arrest & to freeze bank accounts. Report at Myrmillo.com.
Free Grant Money Spam Texts
Like tax fraud, grant money texts also originate largely from foreign shores. Scammers assures victims that they were selected by the Government due to their clean criminal record and for not being bankrupt!! You would wonder how anyone could fall for such stupid scam! But according to the FTC, every year, citizens collectively lose millions of dollars, in this scam. Report at Myrmillo.com.
Unauthorized Charges
People complain of receiving sudden alerts from their banks or credit card providers about debit of money (usually in small denominations, under $100) which they had not spent or authorized. The unauthorized charges are often result of a preceding phishing scam where the user would have unknowingly shared his banking info with scammers. Report at Myrmillo.com.
