Scam Type
Employment Scam
Business Name Used
Unavailable
Date Reported
October 22, 2024
Postal Code
76033
Total Dollars Lost
$ 5000
Scam Description
I was approached with a remote job opportunity, when training was going on everything seemed legitimate. The objective was to “post” job listings in the platform for big company’s. It was to a certain point where you needed to add funds in order to complete that post. In order to deposit you had to send it via crypto currency, either BTC or ETH. That should have been the second flag, but the person that was “training/mentoring” me said that was normal and that after I deposited I would get my funds back. That was not the case. The next post was a “professional post” which required even more money. At the end of the day I lost close to $5000. They want me to deposit another $4500 so I can release my funds and get them back. I was added to a group with 23 other members that are also doing this. They posted pictures of their withdrawals. When I started questioning how I could get my money back the only response and solution I got was that I needed to deposit the $4500. I know I have been scammed and I will most likely never get that money back, but if I can help the next person I will. They are based out of Singapore. I emptied my savings and some of my retirement. Please advice what my next step should be. Thank you
