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Counterfeit Product - KaryLief

A video starring Dr. Oz, promoted and endorsed a supplement called KaryLief, which supposedly relieves Tinnitus (ear ringing). The video was compelling and included many "if you order now" bonuses/gifts. On 12/2/2025, I ordered 6 bottles for $294 using their Cartpanda processing portal. Turns out the Dr. Oz character was a lookalike actor posing as the real Dr. Oz. Total fraud, and now I had doubts about the actual product. On 12/3/2025, I contacted customer support via email and requested cancellation of my order. Multiple emails were sent to [email protected], requesting cancellation, no response. Finally, on 12/4/25, Jessica Rodrigues (Support Karylief) replied, saying it had already shipped but the tracking number showed it had not left their facility. The package on 12/8/25. Another request was made asking how to return the unopened package for a refund. Response ... "According to terms, all approved returns undergo a thorough inspection and are subject to a 20% administrative fee (inspection, handling, and payment processing). This means that the maximum refund after a return is up to 80%, provided the bottles are 100% resalable." Or ... "If you wish to avoid this hassle, I can offer an immediate alternative: a 20% refund of the order value, without the need to return the product." It was clear that I wanted to cancel the order before it was processed. The Dr Oz endorsement was convincing, but I found out after ordering that it was a fake, fraudulent video. I feel like I was sold an inferior product by an imposter, and now I see they just want my 20%.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Aurora, CO- 80011

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: KaryLief

Credit Repair/Debt Relief - Loan

I was applying for a personal loan and I was contacted by phone by Mark Williams and he and I discussed arrangements for me to secure a personal loan

Dollars Lost: $2700

San Francisco, CA- 94105

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: The Lending Club IMPOSTER

Government Agency Imposter - Registered Agents Plus

Email looked like it was from the state with a blue seal reminiscent of the state seal of Michigan. Informed me it was time to renew my business registration and provided a link directly to registration and payment which I thought was on the state website, from a state email. I paid $195.00 for a registered agent business I don't need. When i realized it I called customer service and talked to Marco and he issued me a refund after i vehemently explained that I don't want his service, don't need his service, and that it really looks like he is impersonating the state of Michigan with the logo, branding, emails, and website. He did grant me a refund but then when he called back to confirm that I received it, he was still trying to convince me that it has nothing to do with looking like the state of Michigan and the money still goes to the state technically and tried to convince me they could act as my registered agent blah blah blah. I understand that i got my money back but it's upsetting that I genuinely thought I was dealing directly with the state of Michigan and unknowingly giving out my PPI, payment information, business information, to a random company in FL. I know a lot of other individuals and small business owners are going to fall prey to this because of how the email was branded.

Dollars Lost: $200

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Registered Agents Plus

Online Purchase - Shecurve

Shecurve is a heavily advertised women’s undergarment and clothing retailer, mostly on social media. In questioning where my product is that I purchased weeks ago, the “retailer” took 48 hours to get back to me to tell me it is out of stock and they can let me know when it comes back in stock. The item was not out of stock when I ordered nor did they reach out to tell me it was out of stock. They just never shipped. When asking for money back, they no longer responded. Upon reading comments on their Instagram page, others had the same experience where money is taken and no one receives product.

Dollars Lost: $37.51

Denver, CO- 80230

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Shecurve

Online Purchase - Anderson Mini Dachshunds

I bought a puppy and paid online for her to be delivered. It was all a scam. They tricked me for weeks claiming there were issues, that they would resolve.

Dollars Lost: $1015

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Anderson Mini Dachshunds

Advance Fee Loan - Sterling River Lending

They call me 12 times a day and even when blocked and asked to take me off their list they change their number and call again

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Sterling River Lending

Counterfeit Product

On June 24th I received an email saying that I needed to file "The Annual Registration" for my business with the State of Michigan. I thought this came from the state and I needed to pay it to keep my license active. I just realized this is a scam when I went to the state website. This is what it states a the link. https://www.michigan.gov/lara/i-need-to/apply-for-or-renew-a-license-or-permit Scam Alert The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs will never ask you to provide your credit card numbers or other personal information over the phone, by text, email, or letter. Please see our IT Security & Data Protection page for more information on how to identify scams and report suspicious activity. Businesses are receiving fraudulent notices titled "Annual Statement 2025 Past Due" from “Business Filing powered by Firstep" or New Business Filing LLC, requesting $300 and personal information. This is not from LARA. Annual statement fees are $25, can be filed online at www.michigan.gov/corpfileonline, and filing history can be verified at www.michigan.gov/corpentitysearch. When I called to ask them what I had paid for they couldn't tell me and just kept saying that I had signed the form for the "Annual Report". I never received a report, but they did get me to sign something. They refused to give me my money back due to the signature. Again, I received nothing for the charges. They also said I had a "late fee" attached which is a scam to make it look legit.

Dollars Lost: $300

Dayton, OH- 45458

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Business Filing

Online Purchase - Adorella boutique

I ordered fleece lined leggings on Facebook. They didn’t send a confirmation email at all, just thanks for your purchase. That was 11/28/25. I tired contracting there’s no connection to a real person, there’s no way to cancel or prove purchase outside of the bank statement. Move to 12/12/25 another 29.99 for taken from my card with no email trail.

Dollars Lost: $47.92

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Adorella boutique

Employment - BeaconCrate Freight

The person called me claiming to be “Chelsea Manning” recruiting me for a logistics checker position. I checked Indeed or past applied job applications that did not come up for that company and for that position.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Salvisa, KY

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: BeaconCrate Freight

Online Purchase - Lipoless

Saw ad on FB. Placed one order then charged for 2 orders.

Dollars Lost: $594

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Lipoless

Tax Collection - Tax Resolution Unit

Um. Hello, um, this is George from the Tax Resolution Unit and my direct line is 866-878-0393. I've been trying to get hold of you for the past few days. I'm going through your file and files flagged after the 2025 extension deadline, and yours still shows a balance or some missing returns. Not sure if you received our letter in the mail. Please press one now to connect with the tax officer assigned to your file. Thanks for the new administration, the IRS has reopened funding for the fresh start program. It's meant to help people reduce or even wipe out what they owe. So they can get have a fresh start as the name speaks for itself. You can also call back at 866-878-0393 and ask for the resolution department. Just mention your reference code or application ID if you already received one. And if you prefer not to hear from us again, just call and press 9.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Tax Resolution Unit

Tax Collection - tax resolution oversight department

Hello, this is Ethan Cole with the tax resolution oversight department. I'm reaching out about your unresolved tax situation. Based on the most recent records, you may qualify for the 2025 IRS liability reduction program. It's part of government backed relief effort, aimed at helping families reduce or even eliminate back taxes due to financial hardship, and I think we might be able to get you enrolled into this because your current situation. There's still budget left for your state and the window is open until the end of the year. So now is a great time to check where you stand. You can also call us back at 800-294-9424 speak with a tax resolution officer and find out if you're eligible. It could save you 1000s. We'll walk you through next steps, review your eligibility and help you get access to your resolution portal. I'll be available until 5 PM today and I look forward to speaking with you.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Tax resolution oversight department

Phishing - Carshield - Impostor

I asked Carshield to stop sending me their junk mail, I do not want or need their service. I want them to stop, but the person on the phone refused to listen to me. VERY RUDE AND DISRESPECTFUL!

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: Carshield

Employment - (857) 422-8657

The scammer filled out our online form requesting an appointment. After contacting via email, they responded with "I am a petroleum engineering and i am at work in the oil rigs offshore drilling crude oil, I have the house on the market for sale and most of my clients are complaining about the front yard trees, Stop by and Email me the estimate to remove them and stump grinding."

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 12, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A

Counterfeit Product - MSC Cruises - Impostor

Wanted to contact MSC cruise lines regarding our upgrade bid and room assignment. I called the first number on google search and was connected to a scammer who I unfortunately gave my booking number to. She the explained that we won’t get clearance with our upgrade if we don’t pay new taxes and and fees for the higher tier upgrade that we won. After charging my credit card that’s when I realized that the email was wrong it wasn’t clearly MSC it was cruisereservations. I learned so many things out of this sad debacle. The charge came up as cruise rsrv then changed to Kavya travel No receipt or invoice given just an email Confirmation of our “confirmed MSC yacht Club experience” They said we will get the room assignment after a few hours and no room assignment and clearance was given since they are not directly connected with MSC. They are just impersonating and speaking on behalf of MSC. Cruisers and buyers beware!

Dollars Lost: $1084.98

Unknown Location