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Military ? Possible Scam ? UPDATE !! #7691609
10/13/22 06:12 PM
10/13/22 06:12 PM
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Dillrod Offline OP
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A very dear lady friend of mine (65) has been getting request and correspondence online.
He claims to be working overseas for a semi secret ( can't talk about it) member of SecretAngels ? Or something similar.
Not sure if its for military personnel or done by Military personnel.
I'm Googled out and cant find anything that fits.
Money request have been asked and it seems they are getting lil more pushy to her.
I'm not from military and wonder is there such organizations ?
Not sure if money is for donations or other things.

Obviously I've told her no financials' , but would asked to see if its legit.
if its legit id like to be able to help her if she wishes?

Can anyone confirm or otherwise for me ?

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It was reveled to me that she continues to support this man.
I have contacted her only son on this matter and the evidence I have.
The scammers last insistence on money is for $3500. And she is doing without to try to achieve this.
She told me he needed it to fly over and visit her.
Hopefully her son can get control of her finances and get her the help she needs.
It was all I could think of to really help her.
I will meet him tomorrow privately.
So sad how vulnerable a elderly person can become.
Keep her in your prayers .
She doesn't deserve this.


Last edited by Dillrod; 11/09/22 01:19 PM. Reason: grammar

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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691613
10/13/22 06:17 PM
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I don’t believe any military personnel will be randomly requesting any money from anyone, especially in the SF field.

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691614
10/13/22 06:18 PM
10/13/22 06:18 PM
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Not sure exactly what you're referring to, but on social media like Facebook, hackers always send requests posing as military men to women. It's the equivalent of a scantily clad supermodels sending friend requests to dirty ol trappers, lol.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691616
10/13/22 06:18 PM
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99.99% a scam

and that other .01% is probably a scam also


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691619
10/13/22 06:25 PM
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Absolutely not! Have her break all contact asap.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691621
10/13/22 06:27 PM
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Dillrod Offline OP
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OK thx guys
She is a wonderful lady who suffers short term memory loss among other things.
We are very close and have been for years.

I'm dedicated to helping her all i can.

Thx again

Last edited by Dillrod; 10/13/22 06:29 PM.

"Some Domestication Required "



Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: GREENCOUNTYPETE] #7691624
10/13/22 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by GREENCOUNTYPETE
99.99% a scam

and that other .01% is probably a scam also



X2. In fact, I would up it to 99.9999% a scam

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Grandpa Trapper] #7691626
10/13/22 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Grandpa Trapper
Originally Posted by GREENCOUNTYPETE
99.99% a scam

and that other .01% is probably a scam also



X2. In fact, I would up it to 99.9999% a scam

100%, lol

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691627
10/13/22 06:32 PM
10/13/22 06:32 PM
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I should add I'm not sure its Us Military or a Foreign outfit.
Seen a photo with a ship in the background.
Could possibly get a copy if it matters

So once again
Not sure its military from US


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691634
10/13/22 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Dillrod
I should add I'm not sure its Us Military or a Foreign outfit.
Seen a photo with a ship in the background.
Could possibly get a copy if it matters

So once again
Not sure its military from US

It doesn't matter. it's a scam any way you slice it.

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691651
10/13/22 06:58 PM
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Dillrod Offline OP
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Ok thx again
I'll share this post with her.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691675
10/13/22 07:35 PM
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There are plenty of legitimate charity's she can donate to if she is feeling called to do so. I like St. Jude, and Riley's Children's Hospital for example. Try pointing her in a direction similar or for something that she may believe in if she sincerely wants to donate to a Cause.

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691691
10/13/22 07:50 PM
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I didn't know if something like Wounded Warrior has a military involvement.
Like I said not sure if the request is donations or a personal request.
Doesn't military provide All necessary needs.
I know about the PX (?)
A on base store for civilian items.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691692
10/13/22 07:52 PM
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St. Jude is a really good outfit.

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691709
10/13/22 08:14 PM
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Wounded Warriors, Kaufman Fund, Red Cross, Salvation Army are all good well proven supporters of our troops, yours sounds lke it's being run by an Ethiopan Prince!


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691879
10/13/22 10:43 PM
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Document and refer further interactions to your state's attorney general for investigation.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691901
10/13/22 11:09 PM
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I have heard wonderful warriors is more interested in handing vets out their swag over getting them the help they need like a ride to the VA. I would do your research first on them

Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7691954
10/14/22 01:55 AM
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Get her to buy some cans of coffee and take them to a local VA hospital and donate them. The Wounded Warrior program sounds great but I bet Mark Walberg and Trace Atkins make money off the commercials.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: GREENCOUNTYPETE] #7691955
10/14/22 02:15 AM
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Originally Posted by GREENCOUNTYPETE
99.99% a scam

and that other .01% is probably a scam also


110% scam. Totally ignore any further correspondence. For some reason it is extremely hard for some people to click the delete option.


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Re: Military ? Possible Scam ? [Re: Dillrod] #7692123
10/14/22 09:23 AM
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Tell her Disabled American Veterans Transportation system is for real. Upon request, a driver with a van will pick up the veteran at his front door, take them to their appointment and return them home at no charge or request for any donations. While I am not a driver, I know several who have in excess of 50,000 miles driven as volunteers helping to provide the service.
Roy


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