Face to face scams can be some of the most frightening to be a victim of. Instead of anonymous hackers, the victim is brought face to face with the thief.
The way these scams typically work is using a pretense to meet at a specific location for any of a number of purposes. It could be to repay a debt owed by a family member or perhaps bail for a loved one in trouble.
The victim of the face to face scam either is defrauded of the funds or is placed in a position where they have to give the funds to the perpetrator or else they – or a loved one held ostensibly for ransom – will come to harm.
Sometimes a face to face scam will involve cash, other times the victim is asked to hand over a debit card and their PIN.
These scams are some of the most brazen, but also the most traumatizing to the victim. Learn more about them by watching this space. See below:
Rare Coins Collection Scam: How It Works Here is a scam that targets collectors of all kinds, especially money collectors. Let's say you are in a mall, parking lot, or in a popular place. Alternatively, you find an ad online. As you are walking around the premises thinking about your day, you are approached … Rare Coins Collection Read More »
Rebate Scams: How Some Marketers Make You Believe You Are In For A Treat In the rebates sector, the success of every campaign is measured by the number of rebates unclaimed. Some people think rebates are just a “legalized scam.” Don't get us wrong, there are legitimate promotions out there, whether they are from … Rebates Unclaimed Read More »
How the scam works: You are in a mall or in an Internet café and a guy in a hurry, looking like a tourist (maybe carrying a back pack) approaches you frantically. “Sorry to interrupt. I’ve just been robbed and I need your help. Somebody stole my satchel (or purse) and all my documents were … Robbed Tourist Asking for Help Read More »
Snow Removal Services Scams: How They Work (with videos below) Whether you're looking for residential snow removal services or commercial ones, be aware of a bunch of snow removal scams happening this time of the year. Let's take a look at a few versions of the scam, starting with the residential sector. Watch the video … Snow Removal Services Rip-Offs Read More »
How the scam works: If you are a big fan of shopping in street markets you might come across a great offer for “magic cheese”. The vendors will advertise the cheese as the special ingredient that is used by big cosmetic companies in the making of high-end shampoos and other secret recipes. It is not expensive, so you think … Street Market Cheese Read More »
How the scam works: Have you ever heard of anybody falling in love with a stripper? Yes, it happens all the time, by design. Dealing with people on a regular basis, strippers are smart and very good judges of character. They know exactly how to approach every man, telling older gentlemen, divorcees or those who … Stripper Tricks Read More »
"I've Seen You on Instagram, You'Ve Got Talent": How the Scam Works The world is full of Instagram models and 'influencers' showing off their bodies and skills. Maybe you are one of them or maybe you have a little relative who could become the next star. If you're looking into how to become a … How To Become A Model And Talent Representation Scam Read More »
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How the scam works: You and your partner decide to have a special night out. Choosing a nice classy restaurant, you pull into the lot when a nice valet in a bowtie greets you and tells you he'll take your car from here. As you get out, the valet also informs you about a special draw … Fake Parking Valet Read More »
How the scam works: If you are a waitress working in a bar, you might come across this scam. A couple of guys will dine and drink at your table then ask for the bill. You bring it over but, before they pay, they decide to have another round. You bring the new drinks to their … Waitress’ Second Bill Read More »
The Black Money Scam might look as if it is taken from a mafia movie, but it happens worldwide regularly. Here is how it works:
How the scam works: You are walking to a subway station or pass by a parking site. You see a sign. “Watch for your wallet. Pick pocketing in the area”. Instinctively, you check to see if your wallet is OK. You might not think you're obvious, but a subtle gesture will give it away letting … Watch Your Wallet Sign Read More »
How the scam works: New York has a famous diamond-trading centre, located on 47th street. If you have heard about it and decide to visit the area, be careful never to buy jewelry at the street level of the trading centre. The legitimate trading at wholesale prices takes place only in high security offices. The … Diamonds in New York Read More »
Door to Door Magazine Subscription Fraud: How It Works (with video below) You're sitting at home watching the tube when a young girl knocks on your door. She tells you she's working to raise funds for a church trip (or even for the soldiers abroad) by selling magazine subscriptions and any little bit will help. … Door to Door Subscription Read More »
How the scam works: Scammers go to department stores and fill a shopping cart with absolutely everything from DVD players to sports equipment. They line up and pay for their purchases like anyone would, but once outside the store, the person who paid gives the receipt to their partner. The partner then goes into the … Double Shopping Cart Read More »
Electronics for Sale – White Van Scam: How It Works (with video below) It's amazing how this scam continues to happen day by day. Let's say you are in a parking lot and are just getting out of your vehicle when a white van pulls up next to you. Inside are a couple of … Electronics for Sale Read More »
How the scam works: Scenario 1. Crooks approach new immigrants in town by claiming they are working for non-profit organizations that host ESL classes (English as a Second Language). After they get the victims’ personal information, the scammers call them and inform them that they didn’t qualify for the free classes and now have to … ESL Classes Read More »
12 Funeral Scams Everyone Should Be Aware Of Are you looking for cheap coffins for sale or trying to buy caskets online to help with funeral costs? Beware of several funeral scams out there, whether it's about pine, wooden, baby or pet caskets. Let's take a look. Most of the time, funerals are organized … Funeral Casket Offers Read More »
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