Checking or savings account -- Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes -- Complaint #6398442
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 6398442
Company: Truist Financial Corporation
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-Product: Checking account
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes
State: Texas
ZIP Code: 76210
Date Received: 2023-01-04T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-01-04T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I received a letter from Truist Bank dated XX/XX/XXXX that an account in my name that I did not create was closed because it was overdrawn. There was a balance due of {$53.00} on that account ( Number XXXX. ) I called on XX/XX/XXXX and talked with XXXX explaining that this was an identity theft situation. He said it would be moved to the Fraud Department and gave me case # XXXX in reference to my situation. He said the Fraud Department would reach out. Called on XX/XX/XXXX because I had not heard anything. I talked to XXXX of the fraud department who told me the case had not been picked up and that she would escalate the case. I should receive something in the mail the following week at the earliest. I received a letter dated XX/XX/XXXX with a settlement offer for the overdrawn account. No notation that I had reported this as a case of stolen identity. XX/XX/XXXX I called and asked for the fraud department. I talked with XXXX who seemed confused by the entire issue. We talked from XXXX. She eventually found the case number and said the account was closed and not to worry. XXXX seemed to focus on the idea that the account could no longer engage in transactions so, therefore, cause me no more harm. I explained that I am receiving collection letters on an account I did not set up and that is linked to my data. I do not think she is part of the " fraud department ''. She then told me to take my Truist card to a local branch if I wanted more closure and help with the situation. I told her I do not have a card because I did not set up the account. I do not know what else to do to resolve this issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #6398442 about?
Complaint #6398442 was filed against Truist Financial Corporation regarding Checking or savings account specifically about Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-01-04T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Truist Financial Corporation 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 (Checking or savings account) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Truist Financial Corporation?
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Disclaimer
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