Response steps
- Prepare a factual timeline and gather the identifiers and payment details you have.
- Open IC3 directly and follow its complaint form. Include relevant dates, losses and how the scammer contacted you.
- Save the submission confirmation and retain copies of evidence separately.
Records to keep
- Websites, emails, phone numbers and account identifiers
- Payment records, transaction IDs, wallet addresses or wire information where applicable
- Screenshots and original communications
External resources
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