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Venmo Scam Alert: What To Do When a Stranger Pays You
Consumers are being warned about a common Venmo scam in which a stranger sends an unexpected payment. Scammers typically follow up claiming the payment was accidental and ask for a refund, then reverse the original transaction using a stolen card, leaving the victim out of pocket. Advice includes not refunding unknown senders, letting Venmo handle disputes, and reporting suspicious activity directly through the app.
Why now: Payment app fraud continues to spread, prompting renewed warnings about the accidental-payment scam.
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- Venmo Scam Alert: What To Do When a Stranger Pays You · Gadget Review
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