Bay Area scam victim loses life savings, owes more than $30K in taxes

[@EmmanuelJohn-cn4hh]

*Universaldispute* thanks for keeping up the war against the common folk. Give this *universaldispute* man a Nobel Peace Prize. He truly deserves it.

[@Vane-Martine]

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[@BlakPerez-fe6hy]

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[@Anastasiaanastywa]

Your videos are very educational, I wish all the elderly saw it. Thank you very much for the time and effort you dedicated to it. every minute you spend with them is one minute less than they lose stealing from an innocent victim. *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* enjoy the rest of your day and I look forward to the next video

[@Dmitrythailan]

Hey *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* . I am just a simple dude from australia, but I want you to know how awesome it is what you did, and what you do. Love your work mate and God bless you for everything you do for people in the future. I was truly touched by this vid

[@Joe-Victory]

Your content is awesome, and seeing someone who has 8.9k customers, and do something good for people who has less, makes *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* just feel so happy in side. I am glad someone like you could do something so kind for people who don't have as much.

[@Tamar-sz8ox]

If someone claims they are federal agents , they can go meet you at the official office location This is so very sad

[@timg2973]

or your house

[@gingerblue2265]

So true!

[@CatWhiskering]

"Oh my, this sounds serious! I'll come down to the Federal Building right away, and you can show me the evidence you have, in person." "No no no sir you absolutely can't meet us!" 😂😂😂 clowns

[@TravelTechie415]

you have to be a real piece of sht to scam old people, or scam people in general, nobody wants to make a honest living anymore. I'd also add towing companies to this list who hold your car hostage, only wanting cash payments

[@Sherri1971US]

Yes.

[@Alma-O-viedo]

*VAULT GUARD EXPERT* this is SO GOOD!!! I have such disdain for people who lack empathy for hardworking individuals. I LOVE what you said- there's no room for hate, but that doesn't mean you have to like them either. I am SO GLAD you showed up just in time to return the funds to their account. This is why I watch your videos, and I couldn't admire what you do more. Thank you for protecting innocent people. Thank you for reporting criminals. Thank you for doing what all of us would do if we could. Keep fighting! Much love!!!

[@ianbattles7290]

"I don't answer questions; contact my attorney."

[@PInk77W1]

That was my thought

[@Kati-williams]

Its unwavering dedication to making a profound impact on digital security showcases not only VAULT GUARD EXPERT’s professional responsibility but also a personal mission to leave a lasting legacy, shaping the future of digital security and resilience for generations to come.

[@nloga-priya]

This guy does more to prevent and stop online scammers than the FBI. not only are you closing the way for scammers, but also educating the public and making them aware. Well done *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* .

[@ReynaldoCabral-p6o]

it hurts to stress about what you are gonna do for money. it hurst to be naive but dang it, some of us are simpletons and we shouldnt be paying the price for nasty people. All thanks for standing out to help the uneducated masses *VAULT GUARD EXPERT*

[@ValeryDorenko]

*VAULT GUARD EXPERT* I would like to sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart! So many from tough harsh living conditions that suffer and you helping and giving them something that they desperately need just to survive. I thank God for wonderful people like you that are making the differences that truly matter most! God bless you Love from Greenville NC

[@NicolasMellan-v8l]

The fact the *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* was facing adventures to help the people was so kind. Mad respect to you man. Appreciate all you do to help others. You are setting a great example for the community Skillful recovery.

[@dohboy88]

It’s a scam the instant they tell you to withdraw or move around your money. C’mon people.

[@dirgesinthedark5637]

In today's world they have worn us down cause NOTHING is in person any more. Result trust NO ONE

[@ezekielgates1558]

This guy is very dumb and even dumber to publicize this online with a news channel...now he's even more of a target!

[@Rob-yk1jw]

Always a durak arise....

[@thecommentjudgecharles1242]

Scammers winning I don't care about victims

[@econ0003]

He is obviously an elderly man with cognitive decline. If you happen to live that long you will be vulnerable too.

[@Yakelin-Zayas]

extremely useful information. He really took the time to demonstrate it carefully and the alternative methods he provided are invaluable. Clear and concise as I like it. *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* Keep up the good work

[@robertparnell4619]

Large amount of cash and gold in boxes and gave it to couriers. Dude.

[@adamhuffman3354]

Yea it’s really amazing!

[@user_abcxyzz]

Gullible seniors smfh 🤦

[@sorry9388]

I am a senior, but I would never fall for this. I mean, there’s just no sense in any of it.

[@robertparnell4619]

@@sorry9388 See, that’s my point. Check Fraud, Cyber Attack, man even a telemarking scam, I’d get. But physically HANDING them the money is a new level. Like when a televangelist needs a new G5 to “spread the good word” and says that God told them to give him money. Just wow.

[@Mike-v4c5l]

Many people should not be answering the phone.

[@commonsense8334]

Don’t trust anyone or anything these days. Assume you are always being scammed

[@machone539]

That is what I said to my wife of 30+ years.

[@ICallItAsItIs]

Especially of the person on the other end has an Indian accent.

[@machone539]

@@ICallItAsItIs Indian accent with the name "Michael Brown"

[@spades0114]

@@ICallItAsItIsor someone from Nigeria

[@albymangles2541]

Truth

[@Pascua-Santiago]

gracias por salvar y proteger a millones de estadounidenses de esta gente sin corazón, necesitamos más personas similares a ustedes, *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* Muchas gracias y todo lo que hacen

[@user-qb8qm4mp5n]

He was in security and thought it was perfectly normal to put cash in a box and mail it? Never put cash in the mail, people. It's not that difficult to figure out.

[@MrMustangrick]

Clueless.

[@mattperil6074]

@@MrMustangrick a fool and there money 💰 💰.. surprised you his wasn’t in Bitcoin or something

[@markadler8968]

I think he was just scared. My father was victimized by people like this fortunately he never lost that much money.

[@BenSussmanpro]

You can put $50 in the mail for your nephew’s birthday gift. It’s actually safer than mailing a check.

[@econ0003]

Your brain doesn't work the same way when you get old. It can happen to most people at that age.

[@Hayk.Tatevosyan]

The finishes of the goals. beautiful magisterial. love you *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* .! & Whoever's reading this, I pray that whatever you’re going through gets better and whatever you’re struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic recovery! Amen!

[@Nathaniel-John]

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[@savannah58]

Asking to move your money should have raised some kind of suspicion.

[@Andrew-Clemens]

Because of you and all the guys that work for you. Also your channel people are catching-on. Thank you and everyone involved, keep up the great work you're amazing *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* love all you guys for helping so many innocent people.The goverment or FBI should be paying you all

[@ValeryPrudni]

Impressively awesome this man really hit the ground running and hasn't stopped yet. He gives us more understanding of him without interviews and negative antics he just shows us who he is through the recovery, true living legend. We salute you. Incredible recovery. The execution, creativity, and goodness that came from it were inspiring on a number of levels. Cheers *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* and looking forward to seeing what you do next.

[@KasongoAdnan]

I love you guys! I think you're super heroes! kudos to you for doing what you do. *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* You may not be able to get them all, but you get enough to make it worthwhile. You save people! Thank you we need more people like you in this generation to stop these scams.

[@SK-lt1so]

People will give away thousands in a scam, but if they get shortchanged 10¢ at the supermarket, they go ballistic.

[@bellagirlgirl8827]

Duh, that's because they don't know it's a scam until it's too late.

[@sandtoy11510]

@@bellagirlgirl8827 try it this way… people will give away thousands to a complete stranger without questioning whether it’s valid, but will question being short changed 10 cents by a stranger at the grocery store, immediately

[@dmo848]

Penny Wise dollar foolish

[@-greentoad]

I worked in a grocery store 20 years. An elderly gentleman was upset because his bread went through at $1.00 and he said it should have been $0.99. I said would you like me to refund your penny and he said I certainly would. So I gave him a penny back and he left the store happy.

[@bellagirlgirl8827]

@@-greentoad ahhhhh, what a great story! Folks who lived through the Great Depression counted every penny!

[@brioquery]

I had some scumbag call me a few months ago pretending to be law enforcement. He claimed that I'd missed some summons bs. I asked the caller for the name of the person I need to visit at the local police department, and I will immediately drive down there. The scumbag made some idol threats, then hung up. I then called the local police to investigate; the police officer told me the call was bs and it was a scam. The moral of the story is don't trust anyone other than your mother over the phone; even then double-check, and then check again.

[@aheroictaxidriver3180]

No the moral of the story is that the police disregarded it.

[@sammyocgirl7411]

same with me,,,,,they called and said i had a law suite on me....i yelled in the phone SCAMMER and hung up

[@luisaymerich9675]

​@@aheroictaxidriver3180 Exactly. Why isn't the police going after the scammers?

[@aheroictaxidriver3180]

@@luisaymerich9675 It's what they call a victimless crime, only an "attempt."

[@BonerGrowingPains]

@@aheroictaxidriver3180 They were impersonating police. You think the cops would care about that.

[@ameliariley6163]

It must be difficult to decide to help duped people get their money back. However, history and the help generated from such suffering must be remembered. I admire them. UNIVERSALDISPUTE these roles

[@jaydez_]

I'm tired of seeing these scams happen more often, especially for older people losing their life savings. The government needs to do more about this, raise more awareness about all this. Really terrible situation.

[@austindarrenor]

But what stands out about this story is something about a porno website and his panicking. Uh oh. It's his panicking that got him

[@DSC800]

Sad to say but it's not our governments job to cure stupid.

[@brendalabranche365]

Seniors become FURIOUS when thier bank suggests they are being scammed or defrauded in some way. Every single time

[@JayAlba8]

There's a special place in hell for scammers

[@jackeroo75]

Sale goes with big crops and military industrial complex

[@donpeace894]

Old guy is a sad sack born loser

[@ericb8413]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@thecommentjudgecharles1242]

It's a fair game if u get tricked

[@donpeace894]

@@thecommentjudgecharles1242 all is fair in love and war

[@shawneddy3740]

$8,500 cash in a box? He didn't think something was fishy?

[@lesleysears9808]

I feel sorry for him but also think he was a fool to put money in a box and sending it to a stranger.😮😢

[@xdgs567z]

Big warning sign there…..deserves to be scammed imyo

[@jstringer4900]

And then the CVS lost the $8,500 after reporting the fraud? Come on!

[@wwtjoygbths3993]

​@@jstringer4900😢😅😂

[@Nate-dn1gx]

This man should be screened for dementia. Or at least have a trusted POA over his accounts

[@bobmister250]

So horrible. The US government MUST FORCE governments overseas to deal with this issue. Indian scammers should be brought to justice.

[@ozzierabbit587]

For the US gov't to force other gov'ts to solve this issue is a very tall order. Those gov''ts may not even know about some of the scammers, or where others are.

[@josemedeiros007]

Nigerian scammers also, I had one try to scam me out of $7,500 dollars for a car amp that I was selling online for $150.00 that send me a forged certified check, I called the Credit Union in Texas to verify if it was a real account, and then reported it to the FBI and bank security.

[@thecommentjudgecharles1242]

Getting tricked is your fault I don't care about victims

[@austindarrenor]

@@josemedeiros007 Your story sounds like a case of someone "accidentally" sending you $7,500 and hoping that you're a nice guy and will refund their money even before their check clears 😆

[@kitsiewr]

My 90 yr old Mother does this. Smart woman, 2 degrees, raised 5 kids, travelled on her own. We go over and over the red flags, practice responses, yet she falls for it. Still sharp about bills, repairs, etc. What is it about elderly believing scammers???

[@gustavbabic5004]

I have a friend like this. The scammers always speak in an authoritative tone of voice, and they throw out a lot of official sounding buzzwords to cow the victim into submission. Oh this sounds important, I better do what the person on the phone tells me. He's been victimized twice that I know of. The government could crack down on this if they wanted to, but during the past ten years the flood gates have been wide open.

[@brendalabranche365]

I wonder if it’s less the idea of them “ believing “ the scammer.. and more the idea that the senior is hanging onto thier independence..? Thier own decision-making abilities etc.

[@zelrius8714]

Most likely the scammers somehow are speaking in a way that makes it believable, social engineering tactics probably. Just like how the other reply said. Maybe in the heat of the moment, it was believable. She's 90... her mind probably isn't going to be the same as when she was younger, especially if you go over the red flags and she doesn't remember. Just tell her to call you or another trusted family member whenever she receives calls, emails, texts, or anything dealing with big money. If it keeps happening and she keeps mismanaging her money due to scams, you should probably request to take care of her finances for her like get legal authority to do so.

[@lovelight1114]

Don’t answer calls you don’t know. Screen your calls and don’t do personal business on the phone.

[@wwtjoygbths3993]

Don't wire transfer money. Don't take out cash or gold bars to mail, courier, or ups. When you get old get a count of people to monitor then get a monitor for them. You don't have to let them know that you have them monitoring each other to prevent them stealing from you.

[@ronnyt101]

This breaks my heart. Nowadays you have to be super careful. Warn elder people of these scams.

[@eaglevision993]

No you don´t have to be super careful...just don´t be super gullible. I mean come on, the moment someone wants money or personal information it should be clear. If it does not get clear if someone wants you to send 8500$ by mail, there is no help.

[@Nate-dn1gx]

For me, it's anger not empathy. Scam victims perpetuate scamming

[@melvinthomas9292]

Bad part is that it easy for scammers to prove your identity but it is hard as hell to prove your own identity when trying to get your money back.

[@rajeshgajwelly9035]

as indian i laugh. indian scam center is armed with indian police and it is huge industry here. scammer can easily make $20-$30k per month. it unaturally but we laugh at american being so gullible.

[@LoganAkhtar]

He really took the time to demonstrate it carefully and the alternative methods he provided are invaluable. Clear and concise as I like it. *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* keep up the good work

[@bellagirlgirl8827]

Devastating & heart breaking.

[@dquan731]

Talk to my lawyer. This would be the response to remember.

[@brianp5205]

Then your lawyer mails you a bill for their time. Prorated at $550 an hour.

[@user_abcxyzz]

Who's your lawyer

[@geng7040]

@@brianp5205 compared to 30k lol

[@SnowDog0]

@@user_abcxyzzlol, not a lot of people have lawyers

[@markadler8968]

@@brianp5205 The point is they will never call someone's attorney to commit a scam in the first place.

[@EmannLopes]

I don't know how to show my gratitude to you for helping me with the last project. His ideas and knowledge made it much easier to move in the right direction and complete the project successfully. *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* you are unique.

[@JamesKromer-c2l]

The IRS should not pursue this man under these circumstances.

[@ryanwebster6786]

They will. Because they are evil

[@California_Poker]

It’s legitimate income, he was going to have to pay it regardless.

[@eckankar7756]

he chose to withdraw the money and give it away.

[@d9918]

They will put a lien on his house and won't get it till he dies or sells, so in effect it just means his kids or the charity he was going to leave it to will get less which is perfectly fair since he was the one that got scammed.

[@RossHebrank-r2q]

​@@eckankar7756Ya i mean anyone would take that money if ur dum enough to give it to them

[@smoochdawg4547]

It's not just old people falling for BS like this. Many younger people do too. Lack of sense!

[@magicunicorn6535]

In their defense, it's easy to get caught off guard, especially if you're distracted. Someone claiming to be from the power company once came to my door when I was right in the middle of something important, and I really just wanted them to leave. As suspicious a person as I am, I still got fast-talked into signing up for something relating to my electricity that immediately after just didn't feel right. I immediately canceled the credit card I had charged it to, and replaced it with a new one. It's also hard not to say "yes" to any questions someone on the phone might ask. I try to wait a couple seconds before answering anything in order to find my wits and answer with something other than a yes or a no. Waiting a few seconds can also rattle the person who called you, throwing THEM off guard! Haha.

[@donpeace894]

Dum dum syndrome

[@dennisd9554]

@@magicunicorn6535 I always tell everyone to leave some info and I'll think about it. I just make it a rule to never take immediate action. That also goes for things like businesses I'm already signed up with wanting to add on more services.

[@BajatheChickenMan]

Just never answer your phone. its fake

[@ozzierabbit587]

Or, don't answer the phone for people you don't know, or others you weren't expecting. Let them leave messages, and if you question the caller even slightly, call the real business number and verify it.

[@econ0003]

Good strategy. I rarely get calls that aren't scams.

[@jwood8397]

I worked w an elderly lady who gave away $200,000 to scammers and continued to send money even after her family filed to get control of her finances. She would send what she could of her monthly stipend and then was so mad at her family for trying to hold her accountable. It was sad but also infuriating when she wouldn’t listen and kept talking to the guys.

[@webguy943]

Thats when u physically have to stop her

[@gingerblue2265]

That situation is frustrating and upsetting at the same time!

[@blacklotus4076]

My grandmother has dementia, she kept trying to give out information to strangers over the phone. I had to change her number.

[@smoochdawg4547]

Take the phone away

[@tonylevine2716]

I tell my elderly mom to always call me first if she gets a suspicious email, letter, or call.

[@smoochdawg4547]

I'm so glad my mother hates cell phones and never answers calls! 😅

[@user-st6nt4ou6f]

She's very smart.

[@matzaballz_smeckelstein1663]

This is why I never answer the phone for a number not recognized or saved, same with emails and texts. Also the 3 letter agency forcing him to pay taxes for cashing out those CD's is just as evil as the scammers.

[@gingerblue2265]

FTC agent and transferring funds to a secure account?? That's a huge red flag. I am always skeptical when a government agency says they are going out of their way to help me. Has never happen and I dont expect it ever will.

[@hammertyme8392]

That's all fine and well until you no longer have the mental ability to do so.

[@amen_ra6926]

Same...I immediately delete unsolicited text messages without reading them. I don't even answer the door if I don't know you're coming over. I should make a sign that says "If I don't know you're coming, turn back around" 🤣😂. I don't do the pop-in. He reacted too hastily instead of hanging up and calling Xfinity personally to verify the story. Also, hanging up and calling the local branch of the FTC and verifying a case number.

[@CatWhiskering]

​@@amen_ra6926right on, I've got a sign on my door that says "We don't answer the door unless you are expected" in both English and Spanish.

[@matzaballz_smeckelstein1663]

@@Plutogalaxy personally I’m pretty skeptical when if it’s someone I don’t know. But I’ve heard stories of them just wanting to confirm your identity then record your voice to use in other scams etc. IMO if it’s important they’ll leave a voicemail, or if it’s a repeat call then that’s a little different

[@walkietaftfera2967]

*VAULT GUARD EXPERT* these scammers are worse than insects, ruining most country's and city's name. I don't know how are they so proud of scamming people. I pray that anyone who reads this get a successful money recovery in life. Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see at a glance-wealth, a great career, purpose is the result of hard work and hustle overtime

[@lemontea128]

If the package was denied then where did it go? Security footage from cvs?! And many red flags. First off, government agencies don’t help you, let alone tell you to transfer money. Mailing cash in a box is another red flag.

[@27Killermike]

thats what happens when you defund gov agencies

[@Brian_AS]

@@27KillermikeCops steal when they don’t get their way?

[@gingerblue2265]

I would check to see if any CVS employee resigned within days after the package was delivered. If so, one of those employees might be a suspect who taken it.

[@urbanlark]

When people are afraid they stop thinking logically. He was afraid of being arrested so he did a lot of things that make no sense. If you stop being afraid for a few minutes and start thinking that will help you avoid many if not all of these scam situations. So sad. My heart goes out to him.

[@tomr9661]

CVS employee stole it. This guy needs a lawyer. Low level CVS employee or not, it's still part of a federal wire fraud conspiracy investigation.

[@yolyprog2561]

Scammer’s are evildoers

[@Odin33356]

You misspelled jungle bunnies

[@wopalongcassidy]

@@Odin33356 : Bunnies can't type.

[@MrTweetyhack]

I breath oxygen

[@judyfountaine8291]

Never answer scam calls

[@gingerblue2265]

100% agree with you. If i dont recognize the number or the person calling, i aint picking up.

[@Graahk-r8u]

this is more than a scam call, lol.

[@SteeLHorseNomad22]

@@gingerblue2265 So you know they can spoof numbers right ? A call will come in with the exact same number on your contacts for example you see Bank of America and same number in contacts you will answer that call. Best thing to do if things sound fishy is go direct to your local bank in that example and confirm the reason for that call.

[@gooddaysandbaddays]

100%

[@reimei84]

Unless you plan on messing with the scammers

[@toddl.3454]

Who the F mails a package with 8k cash? He's completely irrational.

[@MrMustangrick]

…and gold !

[@toddl.3454]

He either has dementia or the dumbest man to walk the planet. Either way, I feel sorry for him

[@uy7munir]

stupid too

[@Rivera-Arlene]

Not only are you closing the way for scammers, you are also educating the public and making them aware. Well done *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* .

[@catbangs276]

i used to believe that victims of these types of scams, which seem obvious to me, were not very educated, but I have seen enough victims where this was not the case. There should be more outreach to elderly people, who seem to disproportionally be the victims, to educate them on what to look for and how to react.

[@garycallihan4206]

Probably, most have voted for the regressive D.

[@gingerblue2265]

I agree with you. However, scams constantly change, evolve and become more elaborate as time goes on. It will be difficult to educate and train elder generations what to look for.

[@BrownBrown270]

Think of how much government money could be saved if we didn't have so many elderly people milking it.

[@moedark4390]

@@BrownBrown270 asshat

[@justhere4721]

​@@BrownBrown270Dam, so you're saying they should Thanos snap the elderly? That's harsh.

[@bookmagicroe9553]

I got a call from someone with an accent saying they were taking a political poll. He asked me my level of education and year of birth. I got suspicious when I heard a rooster crowing over and over. When I asked what company was doing the 'poll', he mumbled something I couldn't understand. Rooster kept crowing. I started laughing and asked him about his rooster, and he hung up right away.

[@julieanne3482]

🤣😂🤣

[@2011blueman]

If you're being investigated for criminality it's not the FTC, and they will just show up in person. They don't call you ever.

[@malcriadamedina5358]

Obviously bro, it's called a scam and they prey on vulnerable people

[@dennisd9554]

Don't even trust it if they show up in person. I know someone that had two "IRS" agents show up saying she owed back taxes and escorted her to the bank to pull out cash. Sketchy as hell and after the fact she realized how dumb it was. But at the time she was scared. But any time you're dealing with any LE (real or imaginary), lawyer up. Don't answer questions. Don't cooperate.

[@wildnfree101]

That's funny. Imagine how many criminals would not get arrested if they called you on the phone first to let you know.

[@travelnomad2128]

​@@dennisd9554 I imagine they'll send you a letter to appear in their office if it's legit

[@Nick.Egbert]

I'm a Police officer and I'm tired of taking these reports where people are scammed anywhere from 100 to seriously $50,000. It's quite unfortunate, *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* Seriously thank you for flagging down these swindlers and doing refund. You make me want to spend my next 10 years learning how to do this.

[@blakespower]

Older people can fall victim to these types of crimes because they are getting senile

[@doorguru168888]

This guy scammed himself by not using common sense.

[@prancer1803]

I feel sorry for scam victims... but honestly this is just really stupid. I mean really put money in a box and ship it to a cvs with ups? Because the government wants to 'move the funds'? It's just silly.

[@sheilag.834]

He's elderly and his brain is slowing down. It happens to a lot of people. He needs a personal aide he can trust.

[@s0fa274]

He mailed $8,500 in a box to UPS? How can you be so gullible.. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@wwtjoygbths3993]

Dementia😮

[@nikkisky8720]

Someone called me trying to scam me. Threatening me with arrest. I told them to send them to get me because some of my family is in the same jail. They hung up after that.

[@malcriadamedina5358]

Lol I love messing with scammers

[@Patricia-pp3mr]

I had a voicemail left to me the IRS had a warrant for my arrest. They had a Indian accent and I am from Canada 😂

[@sheilag.834]

🤣🤣

[@56585656587]

If you think this is a problem, wait till they switch you to digital money.

[@sarita5572]

I feel so bad for all the elderly these days...the world has changed so much and is so evil now. I'm praying this man gets help with this.

[@Chloe-RoseSmith]

While I understand and respect your wanting to disable the "scammer" look Imao, you're so so beautiful - inside and out. So many of *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* on the internet subs have been here for years and years loving you for your huge personality, your content, your embracing of weird and different, your skill AND your creativity. Literally no angle could ever make you look any less than inspiring and beautiful to me

[@morrismonet3554]

A famous guy once said "There's a sucker born every minute."

[@DistrustHumanz]

P. T. Barnum.

[@dave3657]

When you’re told to put money in boxes, get suspicious.

[@mathematician1234]

These scam stories are similar to each other in so many ways. I guess if a scammer contacts 1,000 people, there will be one who is a victim, because of being too trusting, or being foolish, or lonely, or declining mental faculties, or something. Then we get the news story about that one person. I get maybe 5 scam emails a day. I just delete them all.

[@DwightStJohn-t7y]

the problem is the scammers are getting better and better. I recently had this guy (I have to answer my landline as several clients may be using the wife's cell phone or some other device not on my list) and this guy was GOOD: sales "tie downs", no BS I could identify, personable. you have a hard tiring day and you're vulnerable.

[@mathematician1234]

@@DwightStJohn-t7y Yes, I have also seen some creative scams recently. Constant vigilance is hard work. Sorry, what are "tie downs"? I have not heard that phrase before.

[@michellenguyen5361]

he got a lot cash available . my bank will do anything to prevent me from withdraw money .

[@sheilag.834]

Yes, there's usually a limit to how much you can take out in a day.

[@KathleenMcNe]

He should have told them he would be forwarding their contact information to his attorney, who would be handling the matter.

[@Donnie-Lee-Gringo]

I wonder if this poor fellow is suffering from reduced mental conditions from aging.

[@TF-2q1]

Google is your best friend. Call the agency and verify the details of the agent.

[@dennisd9554]

They often spoof real agents.

[@TgotSoul]

Google also has some sponsored listings that are actually paid for by scammers. So you think you’re calling company A but you’re really calling the scammer. Just be aware.

[@mikemccants8719]

It won’t stop until the consequences for doing this become HARSH!

[@wayneyd2]

This is where we needed the Beekeeper.

[@blanca2000ify]

I’m pretty sure these scammers have big corporations all going to big government officials

[@mrfuel1866]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@2999-v9j]

Or Dexter!

[@wwtjoygbths3993]

Do you mean a Bookkeeper? Two signatures on checks over $300.00 and an allowance of $500.00 for the month. This would mean a slow withdrawal and paper trail for check cashed.

[@MrBobochow]

Scammers are constantly fishing.

[@waynesilva3129]

I would think. The older you become. The wiser you become.

[@redstickham6394]

This has sadly been going on for many years. The scammers are overseas so U.S. law enforcement can't do anything about it. The only way to stop it is to try and educate as many people as possible so they won't get scammed.

[@malcriadamedina5358]

These scammers are not overseas, they're here

[@skytron22]

@@malcriadamedina5358 doesn’t matter where they are. People are too quick to action without thinking, regardless of age. But yeah it’s worse with elderly people

[@lordgrinz]

"There's a sucker born every minute" - PT Barnum

[@MikeNaples]

Not quite true. There's several.

[@mcndjxlefnd]

This guy handed over gold? This man should be in a home or something. He's not able to take care of himself any more.

[@wwtjoygbths3993]

Like last year he should have had a guardian.

[@chewie94116]

Bottom line in this new age of scamming- DO NOT TRUST ANYONE ON THE PHONE OR SHOWS UP AT YOUR DOOR!

[@Rob-yk1jw]

@@chewie94116 in God we trust all else we monitor

[@greatest7391]

Trust no one

[@Travs702]

So many gullible people with money. Scamming is a lucrative industry. Warning signs are all over the place.

[@Jesus-The-Everlasting-Father]

He can apply for economic harship from IRS to prevent IRS from putting a lien on his property. That way, once you filed for that, IRS could no longer go after you in terms of taking away your home.

[@pablohassan6897]

Or, he can tell the IRS to get f***ed because he was scammed. Ok, so, you wouldn't exactly say it that way, but, hire an attorney and get them on it.

[@HorrorAlgorithm0x1337]

Normally if you have a loss from theft that's deductible. I don't know if losses from scams qualify as theft but they might.

[@wwtjoygbths3993]

After 65, I think people need to have a couple of pairs of eyes on their accounts. This man needs a guardian like last year.

[@weho_brian]

old people didn't grow up with technology, they are extremely naive. Also because in his generation, they probably didn't have so much scams/criminals like we do today

[@DavidKen878]

@@weho_brianplease stop saying that.

[@MundiTaurus]

If any legal entity calls, hell, anyone, you hang up and call that (legal) entity. To elaborate, you can _demand_ a full name, ID(/and or gov ID #), and call back number. You can even demand a certified letter, signature required, from that entity. *Anything over the phone, and even snail mail, any contact, should **_always_** be suspect!* For instance, one time a supposed investigator called me about my brother applying to their police force, and wanted information about him. I told him, give a name, ID number, and call back number, and I would immediately get back to him. He got mad, and said: "Oh, so you don't want to help your brother!" Then, he hung up. LOL! What a nut, legit or not, which I never found out. If it was legit, I am sure I would have heard from a possibly disgruntled brother about what I did, or in this case, what I did not do. At worse, I protected my bother's personal information.

[@ElMalito187]

The real crime here is the I.R.S. not offering some sort of leniency or forgiveness of tax debt. I promise you if this happens to the I.R.S. Director or any of it's high ranking officials than EVERYTHING STOPS and codes and statues will be rewritten to accommodate the urgency and loss of an incredible amount of money. Cheers 🍻

[@BekieJoyce]

You're actually the push for me to get my degree in Information technology so that I can protect people from heartless people like this. Thanks *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* for your expertise on recovery

[@mariasant7810]

I received a call a few months ago claiming my social security number had been frozen. I said “great, I don’t need to pay Federal income tax then” and hung up.

[@sixsixsix.]

Even if it was legit... ignore it🤣🤣🤣

[@hi-tych]

Exactly lol come get me if you want me.

[@mibz1117]

​@@hi-tychamen this is exactly what to do

[@henrymartinez5224]

lmfao

[@dennisd9554]

Had an uncle that threw every jury duty summons he ever received straight in the trash. Never once got in trouble.

[@covertuser]

The IRS is being bogus here. If his actions were caused by organized criminal activity, he should not owe any taxes.

[@MilanTobdzic]

Even illegal transactions are taxed which is unfortunate in this case 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@plz1277]

What’s messed up is corporations (who caused our info to get leaked) are allowed to “write off” this kind of loss. So should average hard working Americans. This man should NOT be punished because his info was leaked at some point and became a victim of organized crime.

[@JeffMountainPicker]

I thought it was the victim's surmise, about the taxes. I can't imagine the IRS reacting that quickly.

[@howardvenze9956]

Thank the Trump tax cut.

[@gingerblue2265]

It's an unfortunate situation and I feel bad for the victim. However, everyone is responsible for their actions. He shouldnt have moved the money but instead froze all his assets and accounts. Besides, sometimes the IRS cannot tell who is the scammer or victim, as anyone can allege they were duped and withdrew money early if they know they can avoid taxes. That is why IRS can't make exceptions in these type of cases.

[@GlenWilson-Pine]

Utterly frustrated and upset as my cold storage where i stored my crypto remains inaccessible. Thank you, *VAULT GUARD EXPERT* for your invaluable techniques and procedure. Thank you wholeheartedly for assisting me with my crypto recovery. Your quick actions and meticulous attention to detail were exemplary. Having someone as capable and supportive as you guiding me through this process is truly appreciated.

[@JamesRichardWiley]

Nowadays everyone needs to become a skeptic to defend yourself against crooks.

[@gijns]

Everyone in the comments section is an expert lol. "It would never happen to me" Scams are unfortunately becoming more and more sophisticated and personal. You never know if it will hit YOU. Be humble

[@DavidKen878]

No one is an expert, they just have common sense. Notting about these scams is sophisticated. Instead of getting mad at people and telling them to be humble, you should be telling them to be smart because this comment doesn't even make sense

[@dellk8198]

Never send cash anywhere!

[@Sherri1971US]

Why did you not call the police . People need to call their family for help or an attorney.

[@JR-wu8dc]

Makes you wonder what he’s really trying to hide since he was so eager to clear his name with money

[@Violet-fj8yd]

My first thought.

[@worldlife9834]

The IRS must void it taxes due to the situation. I'd like our laws to include capital punishment for scammers.

[@Donnie-Lee-Gringo]

Navy Federal Credit Union employees should have caught the large amount cash withdrawals and asked him more questions.

[@Yao-m1s]

Yes

[@ernesthofmeister3054]

Two words for this guy, assisted living!

[@gasmith7486]

Even so, as long as he can access a phone, he can still get scammed. A lot of assisted living facilities allow them to have a phone in their apartment and/or a cell phone.

[@ernesthofmeister3054]

@@gasmith7486 memory care?

[@magicunicorn6535]

There was nothing wrong with this guy. It's easier to get scammed than you think, especially if the scam is relatively new and you haven't heard about it in the news yet.

[@manuelr1405]

@@magicunicorn6535 pays to always be suspicious

[@Russian-Troll]

​@@magicunicorn6535 He shipped $8K cash via UPS. No one with a full deck does that.

[@Justin-q4w6d]

So you’re smart enough and have all that money but not smart enough to talk to a lawyer before getting scam 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Sew-Ronica]

Now, whenever someone calls me, I just hang up. I assume everyone is scamming atp.

[@sarahbaartmansrevenge]

it’s best to just not answer. answering encourages them to keep trying (they’ll keep calling).

[@nkotbsouth]

@@sarahbaartmansrevenge 💯 I don't answer any call unless it's from someone in my contacts list.

[@CatWhiskering]

​@@nkotbsouthyep, if they're legit they'll leave a clear message.

[@BrownBrown270]

​​@@nkotbsouthsame. They've even graduated to text messages now. 😂😂 Fed ex, ups, USPS. You name it and there's a scammer for it.