How do I report Money Transfer Scam or Fraud?
In case of a fraud transaction or scam, the first thing to do is to call your money transfer company immediately to report the fraud and file a complaint with the various resources listed below -
- Report the fraud to your local police.
- File a report with IC3 (Internet Crime Complaint Center) here http://www.ic3.gov/complaint/default.aspx.
- File a Complaint with the Federal Trade Commission online at http://www.ftc.gov/ or contact 1-877-FTC-HELP by phone
- Report the scam to US government here http://www.usa.gov/topics/consumer/scams
Nevertheless, scammers continue to find and implement new techniques to get your money. Once the money is sent, it's nearly impossible to trace it and get it back, so keep a close eye on your personal and financial information and stay alert!
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