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"SS-Network 2019" Fake Secret-Shopper Emails Being Sent by Scammers

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Updated: June 4, 2019 2019-06-04T11:01:04 -
Date: June 4, 2019 2019-06-04T10:57:18

The fake "SS-Network 2019" secret-shopper email below is a scam being sent by online scammers. The victim of this scam will be provided with a fake or counterfeit check (cheque) and will be advised to cash it and then asked to use some of the proceeds to do some form of secret shopping. Also, the victim may be asked to take part in surveys or other promotional services. But, the counterfeit check will bounce and the victim who cashes the check will be held responsible for the money lost in the transaction and any additional fees imposed by his or her bank. They may even get arrested for fraud.

A "SS-Network 2019 Secret-Shopper" Fake Email

From: "WALMART"<survey@srt.com>

Date: June 3, 2019 at 11:15:48 PM MST

Subject: We Need You If You are Interested

Reply-To: <scottcoleman3721@gmx.com>

Hello,

We are accepting applications from qualified individuals from all-over the world to become Secret-Shopper. There is no charge to become a shopper and you do not need previous experience.

After you sign up, you will have access to training materials from us. Your wages would be USD 300 per assignment. No commitment is made on this job and you would have flexible working hours. At least 2 evaluations a week will be assigned to you because this is a part time job and we think this job suits you. We will provide you the money for all of your evaluations.

Money order/Payment check would be in a certain amount which you would be required to cash at your Bank, then deduct your salary and have the rest used for the evaluation at the store that would be given to you for evaluations.

Provide the following information if interested and we will get back shortly with your assignment.

Full Name:

Physical Address:

City, State, & Zip Code:

Phone Number:

Regards,

Head of Recruitment

SS-Network @2019

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August 4, 2019 at 10:13 AM by an anonymous user from Sunnyvale, California, United States
Yep, received this one exactly like this. ABSOLUTELY. NO mystery shopper job will ever offer something the pays this much, per job, at only 1 chain, promising 2 jobs a week.
WAY TO MANY MAJOR RED FLAGS!!
My only question is if the
the scammer is only asking for name and address (which is easy to find on a basic internet search), and the scammer mentions they will give you a check, not asking for your bank info... how in what way does the scammer benefit? Unless maybe that after the check bounces, the scammer (& scammer says they will pay for bounce fee) and to make sure, they say they will do a direct deposit and ask for *your bank account numbers*? OR in order to send you a check, they need to confirm your identity?
Can't just be getting your name and email address just to sell basic info, could it?
Anyway, it's definitely a scam for sure. Although to be honest, I am very tempted to try to find out, by using a fake name and such to give them and reply, and waste their time! (Many on youtube videos do this, and it kinda funny how it turns out...
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- August 4, 2019 at 11:28 AM by info
  The scammers will start with your personal information. Then, they will contact you after and attempt to scam you. They may also sell your information to other scammers who will do the same.
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August 4, 2019 at 5:32 AM by info
"From: "WALMART"<offers@srt.com>
Date: August 3, 2019 at 12:29:48 AM MST
Subject: Special Offer If You are Interested
Reply-To: <scottcoleman3721@gmx.com>
Hello,
We are accepting applications from qualified individuals from all-over the world to become Secret-Shopper. There is no charge to become a shopper and you do not need previous experience.
After you sign up, you will have access to training materials from us. Your wages would be USD 300 per assignment. No commitment is made on this job and you would have flexible working hours. At least 2 evaluations a week will be assigned to you because this is a part time job and we think this job suits you. We will provide you the money for all of your evaluations.
Money order/Payment check would be in a certain amount which you would be required to cash at your Bank, then deduct your salary and have the rest used for the evaluation at the store that would be given to you for evaluations.
Provide the following information if interested and we will get back shortly with your assignment.
Full Name:
Physical Address:
City, State, & Zip Code:
Phone Number:
Regards,
Scott C.
Head of Recruitment
SS-Network @2019"
Here is another scam.
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