Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service -- Fraud or scam -- Complaint #5371453
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5371453
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-Product: Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Fraud or scam
State: Texas
ZIP Code: 78665
Date Received: 2022-03-26T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-03-26T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I got scammed by an entity that pretending to be a legit employer. They offered me a job, sent me a check, and asked me to deposit the check and pay vendors through zelle and wire transfer to setup home office. On XX/XX/2022, I deposited a check of XXXX dollar at the bank thinking it was a valid check. XXXX XXXX verified the check, cashed it, and check processed and money became available in my account. Employer asked me to transfer XXXX dollar through Zelle. Then, on XX/XX/2022, as all XXXX dollar processed and became available, employer asked me to do multiple Zelle and wire transfers. So i did XXXX dollar through three Zelle transactions to XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) and XXXX dollar wire transfer to XXXX XXXX XXXX, thinking they are valid vendors. On XX/XX/2022, I received notification from XXXX XXXX that they returned the check. At that time, it hit me and I realized i've been scammed. I straight away called the bank and let them know, and even went to the branch. Branch asked me to call, when I called it keeps transferring me to here and there and it's very hard to talk to anyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5371453 about?
Complaint #5371453 was filed against Early Warning Services, LLC regarding Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service specifically about Fraud or scam. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-03-26T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Early Warning Services, LLC respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Early Warning Services, LLC?
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Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.