IDENTITY THEFT Archives

The Zelle callback scam is a new deceptive tactic where fraudsters pose as bank representatives to steal your money. Even the most vigilant bank customers are falling victim. Know the signs and ensure you're protected.

Chase said her identity had been stolen, but it was a Zelle callback scam

August 27, 2023August 10, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

When Patricia Peticolas received an urgent call from Chase Bank warning her that someone had stolen her identity on Zelle, she wanted to do everything she could to help.

When a U.S. Customs agent confiscates Adriana Cordero's passport, she tries to get it back. But government bureaucracy is standing between her and her ID.

U.S. Customs confiscated her passport. How does she get it back?

July 4, 2023April 3, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

When a U.S. Customs agent confiscates Adriana Cordero’s passport, she tries to get it back. But government bureaucracy is standing between her and her ID.

Julie Duteau noticed something strange on her last two phone bills: a surprise $10 fee for a "modem lease." Problem is, she already owns her modem.

This surprise fee made her phone bill skyrocket

April 22, 2023March 18, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Julie Duteau noticed something strange on her last two phone bills: a surprise $10 fee for a “modem lease.” Find out how to avoid unwanted surcharges like this on your bill.

Roku just made a new account for me. But I don’t want one

October 14, 2018October 11, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Is Roku trying to phish Richard Samuels? And if not, why is it giving him the silent treatment? Let’s find out.

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