NumberInvestigator.com Warns of Fraudulent Use of Better Business Bureau Organization's Name

NumberInvestigator.com warns consumers that criminals are deceptively masquerading as the BBB, telling victims they have won a lottery in an attempt to steal thousands of dollars from people who think that they have hit the jackpot. Up to $80,000 has been lost by individuals who have been contacted over the phone by people who pose as BBB employees. The "employee" at the time tells the victim that they have won a lottery and in order to receive the prize they must first wire money. Unfortunately for the victims, the money is directly wired to the scammers.

The current economy

"Many people are struggling in the current economy and when someone tells you that you've won millions in a lottery, it can seem like an answer to prayer," said Steve Cox, President and CEO of the Council of Better Business Bureaus. "Every year, tens of thousands of people contact BBB about a suspicious lottery and instead of cashing in, many lose thousands of dollars they don't have."

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