Scam Type
Employment Scam
Business Name Used
Unavailable
Date Reported
February 28, 2024
Postal Code
68102
Total Dollars Lost
$ 4500
Scam Description
I thought I was in the process of getting hired for a remote position with the company, Medallion Landscaping. At first, it seemed very real and I was excited to be getting a new job and having the opportunity to work from home. After many back and forth emails, I was sent a check of $4,833 to purchase materials such as a laptop and specific software for the job. The type of MacBook with the specific additions and software was very hard to find in stores so they directed me to a personal resource that could order the laptop for me and install the software themselves. I sent an Apple Pay payment of $4500 to a phone number connected with them ( 713-204-0519). Looking back on this situation now I can see the signs of this not being legit and feel quite embarrassed about it. I hope this story helps in some way.
