Be aware that CGM Dynetics, Inc. and L.W.A. Virtue Group and others are fraudulent, and the checks they’re mailing out are not legitimate. One report with L.W.A. Virtue Group, acquired a persons bank account information and proceeded to use it to ‘wipe out’ their account.

There are legitimate companies that offer mystery shopping opportunities. However you must due your due diligence and look into the companies background.

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Fraud Email from scammers impersonating the BBB

The “From” Email Address has even been hijacked to look like it is coming from the BBB: risk.manager@bbb.org

Subject line will look like this: Re: BBB Case # 36890901

It asks you to click on a link to see your case description. DO NOT CLICK On the link. If you have, immediately do a virus scan of your whole computer.

WHOLE EMAIL:
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Hello,The Better Business Bureau has been filed the above-referenced complaint from one of your associates in respect of their dealings with you.The details of the consumer’s concern are explained in enclosed file.Please examine this issue and advise us of your opinion.We encourage you to click here to answer this complaint.We look forward to your prompt response.

Sincerely yours,

James SienaBetter Business Bureau Council of Better Business Bureaus4200 Wilson Blvd, Suite 800Arlington, VA
22203-1838Phone: 1 (703) 276.0100Fax: 1 (703) 525.8277

Job Fraud – rock zone management identity theft

Yet another scam to get your information to sell to other companies or for themselves to spam you through email. You never know. Possible identity theft since they ask for a lot of your information.

In there email they ask for you to fill out an application for a job you applied for when they don’t even mention what the job is. Be smart about giving out your information.

IF IT SOUNDS TOO GODD THEN IT USUALLY IS.

Here is the email:
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Hello Job Applicant

Thank you for submitting your detailed information for available work openings.
We look forward to reviewing your application, but can not do so until you complete
our
internal application.

The salary available for available opportunities range from $35.77 /hr to $57.62 /
hour.
Before you’re being considered, we will first need you to formally apply.
Please go here to begin the process:

http://wurl.ca/?r=1o0m

Also, the following benefits are usually possible:

- Paid Time Off
- Health Benefits Package
- Higher than average wage
- Dear Lisa, How are you? I remember that the last time we met with girls in the
café you complained about the lack of passion in your relationship with Joe. I
think all couples get through such a crisis sooner or later. But I can share with
you a sure-fire remedy. So keep hope and rebuild your flawed relationship as I?ve
done it! Hugs, Jane Reimbursement
- Full 401(k)program

Please take the time to follow the directions and finish the full
application process.

Best Regards,

Rockzone Management

Fraud Report – Microsoft tech support Fraud imposters

According to reports from consumers, the phony tech specialist claims that the consumer’s computer has a virus and that they can fix the problem. The caller then directs the consumer to take a series of steps, supposedly to get rid of the computer virus.

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Identity Fraud – Alternate Billing Corp. fraudulent phone billing

The FBI is seeking information from consumers who believe that they have been improperly charged on their telephone bill for services neither ordered nor authorized related to Alternate Billing Corp., 24078 Greenway Road, Forest Lake, Minnesota, or any of its affiliated companies or services listed below.

800VMailbox
BusinessSEOPro
Digital VMail
Durham Technology
eProtectID
eSafeId
Identity Holdings
InfoCall
Instant 411
InstantSEOPro
Matchgamepro
Mobile 411 Plus
My411Connect
MyIDSafe
MyIProducts
NeedTheInfo
ProIdentityProtect
Safeguard My Credit
Streaming Flix
Streaming Flix – FamilyWebSafety
Streaming Flix – Iconz of Rock VIP
Streaming Flix – Mobile
Streaming Flix – National Lampoon
Streaming Flix – No Good TV Digital
Streaming Flix – UBD
Studio 127
Uvolve
VolCoff

GET MORE INFORMATION >>>> http://www.fbi.gov/news/pressrel/press-releases/billing_121610

Credit Fraud – Texas Credit Card Fraud Ring Busted – ACCESS DEVICE FRAUD

The results of this investigation show that beginning on or about March 1, 2010 until August 18, 2010:

Nathan Paul Michael - W/M, DOB 02-07-1980, Age 30, 13596 Melody Lane, Malakoff Tx.
Christopher Scott Michael – W/M, DOB 05-26-1986 Age 24, Same Address as above
Elizabeth Anne Pickrell – W/F, DOB 07-13-1986 Age 24, 1860 Van Zandt CR 4810
Chandler, Texas.
Corey Lee Davis – W/M, DOB 04-29-1971 Age 39, 13981 Melody Lane, Malakoff Tx.

committed ACCESS DEVICE FRAUD in Henderson and Smith Counties. They obtained goods and services by using fraudulently obtained credit card account numbers to produce counterfeit cards. Victim account numbers were fraudulently obtained from internet sources or from access devices without knowledge or consent of the account holders. This is Identity Theft.

Elizabeth Pickrell while employed at Chicken Express fraudulently obtained hundreds of victims’ card account numbers with an access device, located on Old Jacksonville Hwy. This was perpetrated without the knowledge of the account holder or her former employers. Approximately 500 accounts were compromised in Tyler alone by Pickrell.

These individual cardholders also represent several Tyler area Banks that would incur loss due to the theft and fraud on the accounts. Nathan and Christopher Michael obtained the stolen card numbers and used them to manufacture counterfeit cards for use at (victim) merchant locations. Corey Davis used or facilitated the use of fraudulent cards provided by Nathan and Christopher Michael at the various merchant victims. Property including cash value cards was fraudulently purchased. The (victim) merchants were located throughout East Texas and the D/FW Metro-Plex area.

On August 18, 2010, a search warrant served at the Michael residence, 13956 Melody Lane in the Log Cabin Community, Malakoff, Henderson County, Texas, resulted in the seizure of computers, counterfeit card making equipment, hundreds of counterfeit cards, as well as recovered property, cash value cards, cash from criminal proceeds and drugs. Forensic inspection of the equipment revealed that over 6,500 victim entries were fraudulently obtained by the Michael brothers, either by access device or internet sources.

Further Indictments are pending in this conspiracy investigation. Anyone with information regarding his location should contact Tyler-Smith County Crime Stoppers, Tyler Police Department, United States Secret Service or the United States Marshall’s Service.

Identity Theft – ATM crime : Skimming Fraud

So what exactly is ATM skimming? At its most basic level, it’s when a thief affixes a phony card reading device over the face of an ATM, and uses either Bluetooth or cellular technology (text messages) to transmit the data received from the magnetic strip to his own nefarious hands. Bam: all your debit card info are belong to criminals. That info is then either cloned onto a dummy card or sold to third parties for cash money.

And good skimmers are virtually impossible to detect. Manufacturers of these devices have become so adept at customizing their components – matching everything from the color scheme of the particular banking branch to the brand of the machine – that they can blend in perfectly. Enterprising criminals have even started fabricating made-to-order versions, built around photos of specific targets. In addition to the actual skimming component, identity thieves will often hide a small pinhole camera in a brochure holder, light bar, mirror, or one of those speakers on the face of the ATM to capture victims’ PINs. They also employ fake pad overlays that record which buttons are pushed.

If you get hit by one of these, a careful crook could slowly drain your account without ever even alerting you. Remember that month when you spent too much by accident and ended up in overdraft? Are you sure that you spent too much? Better take another look at that statement, chief.

MORE >>>> http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/40496218/ns/technology_and_science-tech_and_gadgets/

Fraud Report – Tips for Holiday Season to Prevent Fraud

Holiday Season Fraud Prevention Tip1: Monitor purchase activity: Remember to review your account activity regularly, especially when you’re busy shopping for the holidays. Enroll in mobile banking so you can view a snapshot of your accounts while on the go and monitor your purchase activity online from home. Also sign up for transaction alerts for your checking account, debit card, and credit card to receive text or e-mail notification about account activity.

Holiday Season Fraud Prevention Tip1: Don’t over-share on social websites: During this holiday season, when using the internet for keeping in touch with friends and family as well as for making purchases, remember not to “over-share.” While social media websites may encourage you to share private information, avoid sharing full birthdates, place of birth, pet’s name, children’s names, or names of schools attended, especially if this information is used as a clue to account passwords or security questions. Never share your mother’s maiden name, Social Security number, bank account numbers, or usernames and passwords for any account including e-mail accounts. You’ll also want to keep your phone number and home address private. All this information could be collected and used by fraudsters to attempt illegal activity in your name.

Holiday Season Fraud Prevention Tip1: Be careful what you disclose: Be wary of special holiday offers or requests for personal or financial information via e-mail, text message, phone, or web site for interactions you didn’t initiate. If you’re suspicious about a request for your information, verify that the request is legitimate by calling the number on the company’s website or billing statement.

Holiday Season Fraud Prevention Tip1: Protect your computers from malware with regular anti-virus updates: Updating anti-virus software on your computer is the first step toward protecting yourself. Remember not to download suspicious attachments or plug-ins. When making purchases, be sure the website address starts with “https.” The “s” helps ensure that your information will be passed along in a secure manner.

Take the paperless route with online banking: The 2010 Identity Fraud Survey Report from Javelin Strategy & Research showed that some fraudsters continue to access personal and financial information the old-fashioned way–by stealing bank or credit card statements from the mailbox. Reduce your risk of stolen mail by retrieving mail promptly and switching to online statements.

Fraud Report – List of Holiday Scams

See video below from ABC…

Holiday Scams 1: Scam shopping sites online
We’re all looking for a great deal online, but some sites offer electronics or luxury goods at prices that are too good to be true.

To be sure the shopping site is for real, Always look for the BBB seal when shopping online and click on the seal to confirm it is legitimate. When shopping on sites that you aren’t household names, check the business out with the BBB before you buy.

Holiday Scams 2: Finding the season’s hottest toys and gadgets online
Every year, holiday shoppers fight over the “must have” toy or gadget of the season. When the item is sold out in stores, you can often find it online through sites like Craigslist or eBay—for a much steeper price. The problem is that some sellers will take your money and run.

Shop locally on Craigslist and conduct the transaction in person—never wire money as payment. When purchasing items on auctions like eBay, research the seller extensively and always listen to your doubts if the deal doesn’t sound legit.

Holiday Scams 3: Identity theft at the mall
While you’re struggling at the mall with bags of presents, identity thieves see an opportunity to steal your wallet and debit or credit card numbers.

Don’t let yourself get bogged down in purchases and lose track of your wallet. Know where your credit and debit cards are at all times and cover the keypad when entering your pin number while purchasing items or getting money from the ATM.

Holiday Scams 4: Bogus charitable pleas
The holidays are a time of giving which creates a great opportunity for scammers to solicit donations to line their own pockets. Also beware of solicitations from charities that don’t necessarily deliver on their promises or are ill-equipped to carry through on their plans.

Always research a charity with the BBB Wise Giving Alliance before you give to see if the charity meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.

Identity Fraud – Another McDonald’s Email Scam. There’s an email scam going around that claims to be from McDonald’s. Fill out a survey, and the scammer says you’ll get $90.00. It’s really someone trying to steal your personal information.

Source: http://www.bbb.org/us/article/beware-another-mcdonalds-scam–23298?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+US-BBB-Alerts-and-Scams+(US+BBB+Alerts+and+Scams)