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Phishing - Debt Collection Scam

Hi my name is Adam Robinson with national process service this call is intended for ***** reference number **** this is a formal notice regarding a noncompliance notice that has been filed against you if you have not received this notice properly by mail please contact litigation's office immediately to request a copy to be sent out certified mail please note this complaint can move forward legally without your consent within 1 to 2 business days feel free to contact the office for any further questions at 855-443-5574 please consider yourself notified thank you…

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Odessa, FL

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: National process service

Debt Collections - Debt Collection Scam

Call from 513-257-0121. Looking to contact my family. Message states "My name is Laura Miller with National Process Service. This call is intended for ***. For a reference number ***-****. This is a formal notice regarding the noncompliance notice that is being filed against you. If you have not received the notice properly by mail, please call the litigation office immediately to request a copy to be sent out certified. Please note, this complaint can move forward legally without your consent within 1-2 business days. Please feel free to contact the office at 866-811-0028. Please consider yourself notified. Thank you." When returning the call, they answer the phone and will not state their name, or their companies name. When asking for the name of the business, they will NOT provide it. They claimed to be suing my mom, and wanted personal information. The man was extremely rude when I tried to get more information and he threatened to sue me as well.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Did Not Use One

Phishing

Email received from [email protected]: Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I am looking for a new home for my late husband's Yamaha baby grand piano and would love for it to go to someone who will truly appreciate and care for this beautiful instrument. If you or anyone you know might be interested in giving it a cherished home, please feel free to get in touch with me at [email protected]. Warm regards, Andrea Freeman

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Andrea Freeman

Employment - Trevor Flocken from Flocken Associates

Dear , I hope this message finds you well. I’m an established entrepreneur and business owner working across local and international ventures, including real estate, technology, small business start-up investment and consulting. My work involves frequent travel, project management, and high-level coordination. I’m currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual for a flexible, remote assistant position to support me in managing various aspects of my professional life. Role Overview As my assistant, your responsibilities will include: Managing schedules, travel arrangements, and appointments Coordinating communications when I am unavailable Organizing documents, reports, and correspondence Assisting with invoices and light expense tracking Liaising with vendors, clients, and service providers About the Opportunity This position is designed to fit around your existing commitments while providing consistent weekly compensation. You will receive clear instructions for each task, along with the resources needed to succeed. Compensation & Benefits Weekly Compensation of 2,020 Flexible hours (work from any location) Health insurance and retirement benefits Paid time off I’m currently in Toronto for meetings but will be returning in two weeks to arrange a formal interview and finalize paperwork. This position offers extremely flexible working hours that can easily be worked around your existing commitments. Next Steps- How To Apply: If this sounds like a great fit for you, please send the following details : • Full Name : • Full Address (including apartment, city, state, and zip code) : • Mobile Number : • Current Occupation : I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working together soon! Best regards, Trevor Flocken

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Trevor Flocken from Flocken Associates

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Bookonline.com / Travel

My manager needed me to book him a room at a hotel in Orlando. I looked online for the hotel and called what I thought was the hotel but it was a third party. When I was quoted the hotel rate, the guy told me if I wanted protection against cancellation that I had to agree to a cancellation fee of $19.15, then I commented that I had never heard of a hotel charging that fee and asked him if I was talking to the hotel directly and he said yes, we are a 3 star hotel so we charge a cancellation fee. I asked him so if I cancel a few days prior to the trip if needed, that there would be a fee and he said yes. I told him I was not sure if the trip was on 11/18 or 11/19 since the contact sent me 2 different dates so I had to call back. He said if I give him the details (credit card, expiration date) that he could hold the reservation. I gave him the info and told him to please call me in 5 minutes or I can call him. The next thing I know, he charged my manager's corporate credit card. I called the phone number and the lady I spoke to said she would remove the cancellation fee and that the room charge would take a few days to be refunded. After a few days, I received an email saying the room was Non refundable and that I would be able to get a voucher to use later. I called a number of times again asked they give a full refund for the charge and that I felt they misrepresented themselves and that the transaction was fraud. This has been so upsetting to me and I keep getting internal notices to reconcile the charge. Please help me get this resolved.

Dollars Lost: $196.45

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Bookonline.com

Employment - Flocken Associates

Dear XXXXXX, I hope this message finds you well. I’m an established entrepreneur and business owner working across local and international ventures, including real estate, technology, small business start-up investment and consulting. My work involves frequent travel, project management, and high-level coordination. I’m currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual for a flexible, remote assistant position to support me in managing various aspects of my professional life. Role Overview As my assistant, your responsibilities will include: Managing schedules, travel arrangements, and appointments Coordinating communications when I am unavailable Organizing documents, reports, and correspondence Assisting with invoices and light expense tracking Liaising with vendors, clients, and service providers About the Opportunity This position is designed to fit around your existing commitments while providing consistent weekly compensation. You will receive clear instructions for each task, along with the resources needed to succeed. Compensation & Benefits Weekly Compensation of 2,020 Flexible hours (work from any location) Health insurance and retirement benefits Paid time off I’m currently in Toronto for meetings but will be returning in two weeks to arrange a formal interview and finalize paperwork. This position offers extremely flexible working hours that can easily be worked around your existing commitments. Next Steps- How To Apply: If this sounds like a great fit for you, please send the following details : • Full Name : • Full Address (including apartment, city, state, and zip code) : • Mobile Number : • Current Occupation : I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working together soon!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Flocken Associates

Counterfeit Product - Government DOcument

This website uses predatory practices to make people pay for filling out a passport application pdf (which is a free service on the official government website). Unfortunately, this was the first result on a Google search, which I did not realize was "sponsored". The website uses patriotic US imagery to appear more legitimate. They collect sensitive personal information including name, birth date, place of birth, social security number, parents' names and birth dates/locations, personal address, and of course, credit card information. Once paid, the website sends a filled out copy of the US passport application with instructions on sending it to the legitimate government authorities.

Dollars Lost: $67.88

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: US Passport and Visa

Online Purchase

There were a number of ads up on TikTock advertising a Squishmallows Advent Calendar including a number of people showing what they got, incredible deal, buy two get a third for free, $45 each. I checked out the company, reviews and it seemed legit. Squishmallows are very popular this year. Paid through Shop, so Wavecross does not have my credit card information. They have my email, home address and cell number. They used a tracking company called 17Track, showing the package leaving China, taking a full month to get to Canada. The day of delivery nothing received. Now the company has ghosted me. I’ve messaged the company numerous times, I’ve attempted to get ahold of the tracking company, nothing. I’ve filed a complaint with Shop. I’ve requested a full refund from WaveCross, nothing.

Dollars Lost: $90

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Wavecross

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare

These people pose as companies booking rentals for companies. But when you confirm the reservation at the company it’s supposed to be reserved with. It doesn’t exist

Dollars Lost: $181.23

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Car rentals.com

Credit Cards - Credit Cards

Multiple Spam calls on various toll free numbers from ‘ridgegate financial’. Do not call entry does not remove the number from the list. 6-7 calls per day usually in the evenings Eastern Time.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Ridgegate Financial

Phishing - Loan Solicitation - Phishing Scam

I get multiple toll free phone calls a flfay from different toll free numbers all saying its "ridgegate financial" calling about a personal loan i never tried to get. I keep selecting to remove me from list but then a new number calls. Its never ending. Some of yhe numbers : +18775277807, +12706498681, 18003652714, +18339917306

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Phishing

Fake Invoice from PayPal that looks official sent as a PDF download (preview opened automatically on phone--did not download attachment) Invoice Number: 76_ONJH981153 Date of Issue: Nov-24-2025, Monday Stripe 2660 Monterey Rd, San Jose, CA 95111 USA Billed to [email protected] PayPal Stripe User $571.87 (USD) due Nov-24-2025, Monday Your recent transaction of $571.87 to Coinbase Corporation has been processed successfully. Please note: It may take a few moments for this transaction to appear on your statement. If you have any questions about your order, feel free to contact our support team within 24hours at +1.808.481.4596 Description : BTC Purchased Qty : 1 Unit price : $571.87 Amount : $571.87 Subtotal : $571.87 Total : $571.87 Amount due : $571.87 If you don’t recognize this transaction, please contact PayPal Support at +1.808.481.4596 to initiate a dispute or file a claim. Copyright © 1999-2025 PayPal, Inc. All rights reserved. PayPal is located at 2660 Monterey Rd, San Jose, CA 95111.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

San Jose, CA- 95111

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Stripe - IMPOSTER

Online Purchase

I made a purchase the beginning of August this year for 2 pairs of stretch jeans. What I received almost a month later were 2 pairs of sneezy pants nothing like what was purchased. I immediately contacted the company to return. I kept getting responses from a Jessica Puntro with their supposed customer service department. I have sent no less than 50 emails over 3 months with responses over and over that she personally was taking care of the refund. Never happened. If you Google the company they have listed addresses everywhere and list a Chicago Illinois phone number not even in service- 773-546-3695 and another at this La Miranda address that when auto picked up is a travel company. I have exposed them on a post on FACEBOOK hoping they are put out of business.

Dollars Lost: $82

La Mirada, CA- 90638

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Mila Rosabella

Employment - Lionsgate

Received this text and did not reply: Hi, this is Evelyn Marie from Lionsgate. We’re excited to offer you a part-time remote position where you’ll help our merchants improve their product visibility online. • Flexible schedule: 60–90 minutes a day, 4 days a week • Pay: $250–$500 per day (with a guaranteed $1,000 every 4 working days) • Benefits: Free training + 15–20 days of paid vacation each year We currently have 8 openings. If you’re interested and 25 or older, please text 14434156823 for more details.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Lionsgate

Phishing - Kelly Services - Impostor

Hi, I'm a recruiter at Kelly Services (US) , my name is Lesley. Your background and resume have been recommended by multiple online recruitment agencies. Therefore, we would like to offer you a great remote online part-time job to help update app store data, increase app views and downloads, and provide you with free training. Flexible part-time and full-time work, allowing you to work 60 to 90 minutes a day, 4 days a week, and earn extra income on weekends. You can work anytime and anywhere according to your schedule and earn $250 to $500 a day. The basic salary is $1,000 per 4 days of work. Paid annual leave: In addition to maternity leave, paternity leave and other statutory holidays, ordinary employees also enjoy 15-20 days of paid annual leave. The company currently has 50 vacancies, if you want to join us, please send a text message to 2029039840 for more information (Note: You must be at least 25 years old)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Kelly Services

Government Grant - Global Environment Facility Grant program

They were stating they were the Global Environment Facility Grant Program. If i gave $500 in gift cards last evening, then i would receive $90,000. This morning. I gave the $500. In google gift cards. Once they were given i didnt hear from anyone until today. They were trying to contact me to have fedex deliver the money. I pressed them and they said I would have to give $1200. To the fedex driver and then they would give me a government certificate that I was entitled to the money. Then, the money would arrive at another time. I just lost $500. But they tried to get 1200. Dollars from me for a free grant. $500. Is too much for a senior citizen, plus $1200. On top of that.

Dollars Lost: $500

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Global Environment Facility Grant program

Employment

Dear Candidate, I hope this message finds you well. I’m an established entrepreneur and business owner working across local and international ventures, including real estate, technology, small business start-up investment and consulting. My work involves frequent travel, project management, and high-level coordination. I’m currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual for a flexible, remote assistant position to support me in managing various aspects of my professional life. Role Overview As my assistant, your responsibilities will include: Managing schedules, travel arrangements, and appointments Coordinating communications when I am unavailable Organizing documents, reports, and correspondence Assisting with invoices and light expense tracking Liaising with vendors, clients, and service providers About the Opportunity This position is designed to fit around your existing commitments while providing consistent weekly compensation. You will receive clear instructions for each task, along with the resources needed to succeed. Compensation & Benefits Weekly Compensation of 2,020 Flexible hours (work from any location) Health insurance and retirement benefits Paid time off I’m currently in Toronto for meetings but will be returning in two weeks to arrange a formal interview and finalize paperwork. This position offers extremely flexible working hours that can easily be worked around your existing commitments. Next Steps- How To Apply: If this sounds like a great fit for you, please send the following details : • Full Name : • Full Address (including apartment, city, state, and zip code) : • Mobile Number : • Current Occupation : I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working together soon! Best regards, Trevor Flocken

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Flocken Associates

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Fake Vacation Club Scam

I purchased in good faith what was supposed to be three seven-day vacations and an all-inclusive seven-day resort stay. After taking the money, nobody will return a phone call or email. The website looks legit, but once you place a hold on a hotel, there is no response and the hold drops in 24 hours. Do not pay money to Lifestyle Vacations. They are very helpful and nice when selling the package. Everything they offer sounds great. The website looks good. You can put a hold on a hotel, but you can never actually book anything no matter how many phone calls or emails are left. The packages Lifestyle Vacations sell are a complete fraud.

Dollars Lost: $249

FL

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Lifestyle Vacation Clubs

Phishing

I received a pink half sheet of paper/post card size notice saying “motor vehicle service notification”. It had a “record ID” and the make of car i drive. It also had my current name and current address. It said i have not contacted them to have my vehicle service contract activated and that the contract on my Toyota has expired. It had a toll free number on thr card.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

St. Louis, MO

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Nond

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Online Airline Tickets Booking Scam

Thrive Travel list prices on their website - request upfront payment and then cancel your reservation claiming billing issues. Infact the published prices are fake. I spoke to a representation real-time and not one published price was available. All were more than doubled what was published. I've attached a screenshot of a current listing priced at $775, says 1 ticket left at this price (10:05AM EST on Nov 25, 2025). It has said this for the past 2 days even after I purchased the ticket - yet my ticket was never booked. Upon calling the agent earlier (9:36AM EST on Nov 25, 2025) and also checking that the option was still available, I was told this fare was no longer available (I was looking at the website, and checked back later) I had the screen up and not a single flight was avaible for what was listed. Scam to get your infomation, then calls you to say not available and trys to book you for a full freight+ price. Price i was quoted was $1,629 - if i went directly to airline website same flight was $1,552.65. DON'T BOTHER WASTING YOUR TIME.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Thrive Travel

Employment - Phishing - Employment Solicitation Scam

I hope this message finds you well. I’m an established entrepreneur and business owner working across local and international ventures, including real estate, technology, small business start-up investment and consulting. My work involves frequent travel, project management, and high-level coordination. I’m currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual for a flexible, remote assistant position to support me in managing various aspects of my professional life. Role Overview As my assistant, your responsibilities will include: Managing schedules, travel arrangements, and appointments Coordinating communications when I am unavailable Organizing documents, reports, and correspondence Assisting with invoices and light expense tracking Liaising with vendors, clients, and service providers About the Opportunity This position is designed to fit around your existing commitments while providing consistent weekly compensation. You will receive clear instructions for each task, along with the resources needed to succeed. Compensation & Benefits Weekly Compensation of 2,020 Flexible hours (work from any location) Health insurance and retirement benefits Paid time off I’m currently in Toronto for meetings but will be returning in two weeks to arrange a formal interview and finalize paperwork. This position offers extremely flexible working hours that can easily be worked around your existing commitments. Next Steps- How To Apply: If this sounds like a great fit for you, please send the following details : • Full Name : • Full Address (including apartment, city, state, and zip code) : • Mobile Number : • Current Occupation : I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working together soon! Best regards, Trevor

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: flockenassociates

CryptoCurrency

Ellsworth and Vane advertised on Instagram to join test group in cryptocurrency futures trading. I decided to check it out. The WhatsApp group initially focused on teaching about stocks and crypto (good stuff educationally), and they also recommended stocks/crypto to buy and when to sell. I watched their recommendations for 2 months and most of their recommendations in stocks profited 20-50% (short/medium term like 5-20 days). They also gave away free USD, BTC, USDT and their crypto EVOX. They then shifted to participating in 1 week of testing, 2-3 trades per day, using a platform called Vinance and Realm, using their $300 where at the end of the week you return the $300 and you keep the profit. All of their trades were on Cryptos that only existed on their platform, so no way to validate behavior elsewhere. In 5 days I grew that to $900. Then they shifted to put in your money, always advising to be conservative and only small amounts, and continue testing, 2-3 trades per day. That continued for 2 weeks. I put in $500 and grew that to $3800 in 2 weeks. At the end of 2 weeks I did a trade using ~ 10% of my account (~$350) going Long and during this trade it went negative - 500%, which is $1750.00. All of a sudden the trade closed automatically and my account went to $0.00, except (1) the amount withdrawn was ~ $3200, (2) I had $3800 in my futures account, and (3) the trade went up to 250% (or $875 profit). The admin claimed I used 20% (which still would have been under $3800) and that it was my fault. Also, the admin had said since this was testing if we followed the trades they would cover any losses, but they claimed I did not follow the trade, even though I had screen shots before and after that showed my balance, what I bet, what it closed at, and my final balance. I spoke to several other members in the group and the same thing occurred to some of them. The people running the group were: Walter Johnson, Kenneth Hudson, Charles Moreau, and Lydia Quinn. They claimed they were FinCEN certified, but I found out on FinCEN their status was submitted. Also the Vinance and Realm site they used (https://h5.vinancerealm.top/) and App were created in July 2025. I could not validate their existence in any way. Technically Iost $500 of my own money, but others I talked to lost as much as $20,000. There were others saying they were betting amounts in excess of $500,000 but no clue if they were real or if they lost their money. Lastly, I was given about 750 units of EVOX, which the admin claims when it is unlocked in 02/01/2026 it is mine and I can withdraw it, and it is worth over $3000 as of 11/25/25, but I will be surprised if that money still exists as clearly they were a scam. I think the ended me earlier than others using more money because I was starting to question the validity too much and they were concerned I might be a poison pill to the rest of the group.

Dollars Lost: $3800

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 25, 2025

Business Name Used: Ellsworth and Vane

Online Purchase

I ordered clothing from the ad which said purchase was 100% full refund protected. The ad now says FREE refunds/replacements. They kept stringing me along about delayed product arrival. Once it finally arrived the quality was poor and not as represented on every item. When I wanted to return the items they wrote it was too expensive to ship back and I should keep the items. I kept writing back and they tried to get me to agree to take a few dollars as as a reimbursement. They strung me along for months, telling me they didn't have the money. After months, when I agreed to take half the amount, of course they refused to pay. TOTAL SCAM. Kiss your money goodbye. Local Return address on package: Gichael Lichael, 220 W 21 Street Los Angeles, CA 90007

Dollars Lost: $92.67

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: usa health awareness clothing

Employment

Scammer advertised on Craigslist, then ran supposedly live group interview. At end, asked for participants to sign up for Errors and Omissions Insurance Policy through https://pay.thetravelcertification.com/

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Los Angeles, CA

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Travel Agent Institute

Online Purchase

Did a "free" personality test at the site when I finished the website said I needed to pay only one dollar for the results. I then paid the$1 and the site directed me to another page with the message saying, "Oops this page does not exist"

Dollars Lost: $1

Sheridan, WY

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Efaq

Advance Fee Loan - Ignition Financial

Just a text that says. Hi Camren, Alexis here with Ignition Financial. I saw your loan request come through, looks like you're pre-approved for $40,000. If you no longer need an easy, low-hassle solution that is tailored to your situation just let me know. Or are you free for a call now? Reply STOP to opt out I never replied

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Ignition Financial

Identity Theft - BCBS / KROLL Information Assurance

I received a letter stating my company insurance BCBS of Illinois had a security breach and that my personal information had been taken, including my SSN. They then offered to provide me with a year of security for free. All I had to do is provide them with all the information they said they already have, yes including a spot for me to enter my SSN. The letter went on to give me credit reporting agencies I could contact. I called the number provided to see if it was real and i yalked to someone and told them Kroll's website wasn't secure and i didnt feel ok entering my SSN, address, email, phone number. He understood and told me its ok so finish entering your data and when it asks you to MFA skip it and click I'll do it later. Then i searched the 866 number and saw other people reported this. I dont know if this is real or not.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: BCBS / KROLL Information Assurance

Phishing - Robo Calls

They left a message stating this is a formal notice regarding a noncompliance notice that has been filed against you. If you have not received this notice properly by mail, please contact litigations office immediately to request a copy to be sent certified mail. Please note this complaint can move forward legally without your consent within 1 to 2 business days . Feel free to contact the office for any further questions at 855-443-5574 please consider yourself notified. I did not call them back it is a scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Employment - Job Offer Scam

Dear Alma, I hope this message finds you well. I’m an established entrepreneur and business owner working across local and international ventures, including real estate, technology, small business start-up investment and consulting. My work involves frequent travel, project management, and high-level coordination. I’m currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual for a flexible, remote assistant position to support me in managing various aspects of my professional life. Role Overview As my assistant, your responsibilities will include: Managing schedules, travel arrangements, and appointments Coordinating communications when I am unavailable Organizing documents, reports, and correspondence Assisting with invoices and light expense tracking Liaising with vendors, clients, and service providers About the Opportunity This position is designed to fit around your existing commitments while providing consistent weekly compensation. You will receive clear instructions for each task, along with the resources needed to succeed. Compensation & Benefits Weekly Compensation of 2,020 Flexible hours (work from any location) Health insurance and retirement benefits Paid time off I’m currently in Toronto for meetings but will be returning in two weeks to arrange a formal interview and finalize paperwork. This position offers extremely flexible working hours that can easily be worked around your existing commitments. Next Steps- How To Apply: If this sounds like a great fit for you, please send the following details : • Full Name : • Full Address (including apartment, city, state, and zip code) : • Mobile Number : • Current Occupation : I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully working together soon! Best regards, Bramwell Flocken

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Seaside Home Health LLC

Online Purchase - The Kindness Company - Knit Nation

There is a site on Facebook under "The Kindness Company" for Knitting newspapers under "Kint Nation. It looked very reasonable as there were email comments and even videos. So, I order for a free subscription even though I had to pay the fee of shipment of $3.95. And, of course I used my credit card. I am assuming at this time that this is a scam since I have not yet received the newspaper. I ordered Sept 28th and then the company stated it was shipped on Oct 3rd and it would take 8-22 business days to receive it. As of now it is way past 22 business days and I have still not received the Knit Nation Paper. They also, automatically charged me again on October 28th, which I did not want a subscription for this paper for the full price of $10.95. Note, I was only requesting one paper to decide if it was any good. I just emailed to them to cancel from any further orders and remove me on the mailing list. I also requested to please credit me back for the September order of $3.95 and the October order of $10.95. Within less than 30 seconds they emailed back to me stating "I’m so sorry for the frustration and inconvenience you’ve experienced. I completely understand how disappointing it is not to have received your newspaper after waiting so long, and I apologize for any confusion with your subscription charges and mailings." In email they stated if I want to cancel the subscription (which I did not think I even did request a subscription) to "please use this link: Manage Subscription. Simply enter your email address to receive a Magic Link, log in, and you’ll be able to pause or cancel your subscription and update your preferences." What is Magic Link and is this more of a scam?

Dollars Lost: $14.9

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: The Kindness Company - Knit Nation

Online Purchase - Online Retailer Scam

The company Mew mews are dress store online completely scams I lost 180 us for one merchandise they show perfect and they send u something very different like costumes material and face coat like 10 US and staffing. And I refound that and they don’t send my money back and I have to close my Business account. Because I don’t will lost that money for scammer company from china be saling very bad merchandise are not the one they show u in pictures. If need contact me feel free ************ ***** **********

Dollars Lost: $175

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Mew Mews

Phishing - Phishing

my name is sophia marshall with national process servers, this call is intended for shawn crawford reference number 302493. this is a formal notice regarding the noncompliance notice that is being filed against you. if you have not received the notice properly by mail please call the litigation office immediately to request a copy be sent out certified. please note this complaint can be brought legally without your consent within one or two business days. please feel free to contact the office with any further questions at 855-443-5574. please consider yourself notified.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

AZ

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: national process server

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Last Fare Deals

This was my first time dealing with this sham of a company. I paid for a flight, they charged my account yet never gave me my E-ticket nor boarding pass. My flight is due to leave tomorrow. It’s been a hassle trying to get in contact with them, I finally got ahold of Martin “the supervisor” to get a refund. After a heated argument he claimed to grant me a refund, then he just hung up, I’ve been calling them back to actually make sure the refund is received, but of course, no such luck. I’m still getting the one around. I disputed the charge with my bank, bought a new plane ticket with a reputable company. Do yourself a favor, do not use this company. Pay the extra money for convenience and peace of mind.

Dollars Lost: $220

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Last Fare Deals

Credit Cards - Scare-Tactic Scam

First and last name Reference number xxxxxx This is a formal notice regarding a noncompliance notice that has been filed against you If you have not received this notice properly by mail, please contact litigation's office immediately to request a copy to be sent out certified mail Please note this complaint can move for legally without your consent within one to two business days Feel free to contact the office for any further questions at ******** ** Please consider yourself notified Thank you

Dollars Lost: $0.0

OK

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Litigation Office

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Travel Scam United Imposter

They call you repeatedly back to back to make it seem urgent. I blocked it until i recieved a voicemail from them Anna (scammer) said that purchased a economy ticket flight and that I have to be flexible with scheduling. They tried to reach out before but because I didnt respond, now I have to pay more than my original ticket amount due to me responding later. It a sounded legit when I was speaking with her, *** ****** ****** *** * ****** **** ** *********** Call me bias but each time I contact any sort of customer service, it's some person with * ****** ****** **** ** ********* ** *********** I had to call the phone number on the back of my credit card, and no surprise another one of them that I can't understand clearly. Credit card is with Citi too and they also have these people to represent them.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

FL

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: United Airlines

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Flight trip charge

I needed a name change on my international travel documents. I was told because it’s 24 hrs before my flight it was difficult for the agent to fix the mistake. I was transferred to someone else who might be able to help. He told me I needed to pay $260 US or I could be denied boarding. I gave credit card info, address and date of birth. At the end he said I had to scan my passport in and that would have me checked in. I was emailed all my new documents from Westjet. At the airport there was no name fix. This made me think I was scammed. I googled the company name and seen stories just like mine. Now I don’t know what to do? They have all personal information now.

Dollars Lost: $260

ON-

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Flight trip charge

Online Purchase - Expedia Spoof The Travel Makers and PCM Travels

On 08/21/25, I checked my flight information a week before my trip and discovered that the seats I booked were gone and one of the excursions we booked was gone! I couldn't find Expedia's Customer Service number on their website, so I searched on-line. I found 1-844-584-4767. I called that number and a representative called me back on 414-404-8619 (from Milwaukee, WI) and a second time from 410-697-5188 (from Millersville, MD). They could see my flight info and my trip info. They charged me $734 for new seats and $185 for the excursion. I was very confused, furious and argumentative because Expedia has no hidden charges and why am I paying more? In the end, it was pay or lose the seats and the excursion. It wasn't until later, when my husband was talking to a real person at the real Expedia number who said that the number I used is not affiliated with Expedia and that they never charge more after the trip and flights were booked. At the time were so upset our seats and excursion were gone that I wasn't thinking straight. I have no idea how they did what they did, but they scammed me out of $734 and $185. They posed at Expedia and they were not. Even the email had Expedia on it. The email address was [email protected]. She said it was her email she uses from home. I was so upset I didn't connect it with a possible scam. Stupid, I know. This company also uses PCM Travels. When I disputed the charge with my credit card, someone emailed me ([email protected]) at 844-752-4464 ext 5034. Hoping for a refund.

Dollars Lost: $7.34

Reno, NV- 89511

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Expedia Spoof The Travel Makers and PCM Travels

Online Purchase - My Passport Hub

Website is misleading - leading you to believe you are paying them to renew your passport, when actually all they do is fill in the form (that you can get for free on Government website.

Dollars Lost: $119

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: My Passport Hub

Government Agency Imposter

I received an uploaded doc to apply for an LLC.  You are only allowed one photo, really? Additional info: Return envelope address PO Box 4265 St Paul MN 55101 Toll free: 877-329-4662. Check out their website. It says, "Complete your annual report in minutes." They charge $99. 

Dollars Lost: $0.0

St. Paul, MN

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: CFS Secretary of State impostor

Online Purchase - something AI

It says free and then when you get to them, they want $99 for the website and then if you want 100 of them then they wanna charge another 297

Dollars Lost: $99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: something AI

Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Hawaii Island Ocean Tours

This "business", Hawaii Island Ocean Tours is available on groupon for Kona, Hawaii. Unfortunately, we were one of the many groups that fell victim to this business scam and had our vacation time wasted. TLDR, purchased spots and booked an appointment to join their night time manta ray snorkeling tour. Received a text from a random number saying our scheduled time would be changed due to lack of customers. DEAVON FREEMAN (one of the employees) went on and was incredibly rude and further gaslit us by saying we didnt pay for parts of the reservation and that we would need to be recharged in person even though it was already paid for. He and the reservations person miscommunicated with each other! Wouldn't refund us after arguing with us saying we didnt pay, although we did and Deavon just didnt read the booking details in the notes. (We have screenshots) They cancelled our tour 3 hours before the already set scheduled time, the tour is about an hour away. AND the reservations person still said we couldnt be refunded (yet again) and to call back tomorrow. BUT when we already expressed that we felt it was UNSAFE to do a night tour with them (due to all the miscommunication and his aggressive tone) and asked for the refund, they said it was "impossible" and it "couldnt be done." This was such a crazy experience and has left such a bad taste in our groups' mouths. It's such a shame that as kamaaina, this is how we get treated and taken advantage of. We paid for a service, set an appointment time, and never received the service. You pay for something and get placed on standby even though they have "set appointments." Their reviews are still relatively high online BUT they are old reviews from more than a few years ago. Majority of their reviews on Yelp and Viator from within 12 months are reporting the same issues. We dont want the same thing to happen to anyone else.

Dollars Lost: $138

Kailua Kona, HI- 96740

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Hawaii Island Ocean Tours

Online Purchase

I took and passed sports psychology coach certification taking 10 question exam then purchased lifetime certification also lifetime pocket card i got only free coffee mug but not sports psychology certification for 999.99 gor even payment plan i used shop pay, then thry instead of payment plan took 999 dollars of my disability im on also have not received my LIFETIME CERTIFICATE YET IN SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY SO NOR LIFETIME SPORT PSYCHOLOGY COACH POCKET CARD OH GET THIS AMERICAN SPORT FITNESS ASSOCIATION DOES NOT HAVE A PHONE NUMBER EITHER only [email protected]. it said i payment plan through shoppay on my ordr and asfa still took 999. My tracking number is 9261290389122542976610

Dollars Lost: $999.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Counterfeit Product - Sweatscrew.com

Company advertised 100% cotton, oversized sweatshirts as a buy 1, get 2 free deal with a bonus gift of a pair of socks. They also advertise your order will be shipped within 24 hours. It took 2 weeks for the order to ship and another week for it to arrive. I paid the $60 with a credit card, received only 1 of the 4 items I order which was not 100% cotton but 100% polyester and have not received any more information from the support email to initiate a return and refund. This company is 100% operating on false advertising

Dollars Lost: $60

Neward, NJ

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Sweats Crew

Government Agency Imposter - TSA Imposter Website - Passport Renewal Scam

This is the first site that comes up when you try to reapply for government passport. They charge you to fill out forms that is free and available on the government website and then basically send you a PDF of what you filled out for you to take to the post office. You still have to pay for the passport fee at the post office as you normally would done. You basically pay to fill out a free form. They do not provide any service. IT'S A SCAM.

Dollars Lost: $164.8

NY

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: My Passport Hub

Employment - You Tube Imposter Employment Scam

I was approached via text with this message: Hello! I'm Angela, a customer service representative from YouTube. Your resume has been recommended by multiple online recruitment platforms. High-paying position: YouTube Optimization Specialist Flexible working hours | Remote work | Daily salary: 80-600 No experience required - free training provided Monthly salary: 6,000-10,000 + daily salary (immediate payment) Long-term position, part-time or full-time options available Help increase the visibility and viewership of YouTube user videos Company benefits: 4-day paid probation period. After the probation period, you can sign a formal labor contract with the company. Enjoy statutory paid holidays, medical insurance and education subsidies. The longer you work, the more welfare policies you will enjoy. For more information, please send a message to this number: +13023775382

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: YouTube

Phishing - Weill Cornell Imposter - Phishing Scam

Someone posted the number on the official Weill Cornell website. It leads to a fraudulent line. I have experienced this before, when I was trying to cancel CVS Extra Care, and the cashier lied to me, saying I can only call the number that he wrote on a piece of paper to cancel, and this was the same scheme, trying to get my personal info to send me "a free device".

Dollars Lost: $0.0

New York, NY- 10065

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Government Agency Imposter - TSA Imposter Website - Passport Renewal Scam

I went online to renew my United States passport and found a site called passportsubmission.us that looked like an official government service. The page used government style language and walked me through what looked like the DS 82 renewal process. It asked for all the information you would expect on a passport application, including full legal name, home address, date and place of birth, parents names, Social Security number, and contact details. After filling everything out, the site required payment for what it described as a passport renewal service and charged my APPLE credit card about $129.00. Only after the payment went through did I realize this site is not connected to the United States Department of State and is not a real passport agency. The confirmation did not come from a .gov email address, there were no clear instructions about mailing my renewal to the official processing center, and the customer contact number on the site was 978 971 0688. I have received no legitimate passport service at all. This site appears to exist only to collect sensitive personal information and charge a fee by pretending to be the government passport renewal website. I am disputing the charge with my card issuer and reporting this so others know to avoid this site and use only the official travel.state.gov website for passport renewal.

Dollars Lost: $129

Brooklyn, NY- 11249

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Online Purchase - Qrcodecreator.com

I had no idea when I used the QR code maker that they would lock me into an annual contract by threatening to cancel my QR code. I thought it was a free trial and used the code, printed cards with the code, and then got cornered into paying for a subscription I will not use. This is absolute fraud - no indication this would happen.

Dollars Lost: $140

Dublin 18, IRE

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Qrcodecreator.com

Credit Cards - Financial Analysis Department

Multiple calls received and voicemail messages: Connected with Hey, this is Riley, I'm trying to connect from the Financial analysis Department, I see here that we were able to get you flagged for final approval for a personal loan starting at sixty five thousand dollars with a flexible monthly payment of two hundred seventy five dollars per month. These offers tend to go fast, so timing is important here. Give me a quick ring when you're free at (833) 487-2706. That number again is (833) 487-2706. Talk to you soon

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown, NY

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Financial Analyst Department Company not identified.

Online Purchase - Flowers by Eva

I did an internet search for a small town local florist (Silt, CO). First option to come up was Flowers by Eva. They had beautiful options. I looked up the company and found a discount promo code. I thought it was suspicious that there was no address in the contact information of a "local florist". Unfortunately, it wasn't until after I placed my order that I checked the 844 area code to find out that is a toll free number with no geographic location.

Dollars Lost: $140

Unknown Location

Date Reported: November 24, 2025

Business Name Used: Flowers by Eva

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