This caller, likely a scam artist, is using various tactics to deceive and intimidate individuals into paying fake debts. The caller claims to represent a legitimate organization, such as a law firm or a government agency, and threatens the victim with arrest, lawsuits, and fines if they don't pay a supposed debt. The debt is often related to a payday loan, which the victim may or may not have taken out. The caller may use fake names, such as Chante Moore, Megan Sharpe, or Ashley David, and may provide fake case numbers or other documentation to make the scam more convincing. However, the red flags are numerous, including the request for payment over the phone, the lack of documentation, and the use of high-pressure tactics. It's essential for individuals to be cautious and not fall for these scams.
A call was received claiming a loan of $400 was taken out in 2013, despite the maximum payday loan amount in California being $255; the scammer refused to provide documentation and threatened to take action.
My Robokiller app blocked this pre-recorded call, which threatened to dispatch officers to my home and workplace, but the provided case number contained incorrect information
After reading comments below, I initially dismissed the call as a scam, but unfortunately, I was subsequently served and had to pay significant courthouse fees.
The caller threatened legal action due to an alleged unpaid loan, but the claim appears to be false
A person identifying as Ashley David informed me of a fraudulent lawsuit and impending arrest, also claiming to have contacted my acquaintances
A woman claiming to be Megan Sharpe from Location Services in Sonoma County requested a callback regarding a case involving alleged fraudulent activity
I had a similar experience just an hour ago, and unfortunately, I fell for it, losing $100 after being contacted by a woman named Chante Moore who told me the same story.
This scam involves a female claiming a payday loan balance of over $500.00, including penalties and interest, and threatens court action and jail time.
a lady cald me and say I was going to be servied becuz I didnt pay back a payday loan, but my LegalShield say its a scam, I alredy file a police report