Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #6883394
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 6883394
Company: Erc
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt was result of identity theft
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 30126
Date Received: 2023-04-24T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-04-24T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
On today, XXXX XXXX I received a credit alert regarding a collection. I thought it was a utility company, but when I called the number it is a collection agency stating I owe {$280.00} to XXXX on an account opened in XXXX, and paid until XX/XX/XXXX. I informed the agent, I have not ever had comcast. She asked me to verify last 4 of my social. I asked her if she could see the name on the account, and she states there is no name, only last 4 of social, which do indeed match my SSN. She asked was I aware of the service address and I stated yes. I lived there from XXXX to XXXX through a company called invitation homes. I relocated to XXXX, GA in XXXX, and then to XXXX CA in XXXX. She went to verify my new address and stated it was XXXX XXXX XXXX, I informed her that is not correct.. she has no records of my current address or prior address. She also tried to verify an email, stating it was XXXX I informed her this is also not my email. My email is XXXX I have no knowledge of this account, which has now reported to my credit report as a collection from XX/XX/XXXX, when she states the account was from XXXX, 6 years ago. I informed her, I have never received any type of notice regarding an account with XXXX or a debt owed. She has mailed me a fraud packet to complete. I informed her that this account is now showing on my credit report as a collection and how am I to get this inaccuracy removed. In addition to whoever owes this debt, the debt is from XXXX, it is now XXXX. She states they will have to reach out to comcast. I called XXXX today and spoke with agent named XXXX. She does not show any accounts under my name.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #6883394 about?
Complaint #6883394 was filed against Erc regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-04-24T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Erc 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 (Debt collection) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Erc?
Yes, visit the Erc company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/erc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.