Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service -- Fraud or scam -- Complaint #8014623
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 8014623
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-Product: Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam
State: Nevada
ZIP Code: 89122
Date Received: 2023-12-17T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-12-20T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
This person got ahold of me through my listing in the XXXX XXXX as I am selling my stuff. She ( according to her name, a lady ) messaged me and offered to pick up my product. She said she would pay for that as soon as today. Then she asked for my XXXX, but I didn't have any, so she asked me if I had Zelle. I said yes, then I sent her my number and name, claimed that my account was on the limit, and asked for my email because her Zelle is a business type. Then she showed me proof that she sent me the {$1000.00} and then got an email from Zelle ( which I did not know that it was just a fake one and disguising themselves to be one ) telling me they got my account on hold and the money the lady sent too but to get it I have to send {$500.00} because that is the minimum amount to open a business account. I tried to send it, but the Zelle in my bank account withheld the {$300.00} I sent to XXXX XXXX, and I have to call them about the on-hold in my account. I told it to this buyer, and that is when she asked about XXXX again and XXXX, which 1 do have. Then she sent some accounts/emails for me to send the money, which did not go through. I don't understand why, but I'm thankful because it could have been bigger than the {$500.00} I lost. They sent me many follow-up emails, which is still the Zelle account they are using. They used this XXXX ; they also used a bunch of XXXX like XXXX, which has a XXXX XXXX XXXX '', their Zelle info is XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ) under XXXX XXXX, XXXX under XXXX XXXX in his XXXX account.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #8014623 about?
Complaint #8014623 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 2023-12-17T12:00:00-05:00.
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.