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2000 S Patrick LLC PayPal Scam

The name "2000 S Patrick LLC" appearing on your PayPal statement is a known indicator of a common billing subscription scam.

How the Scam Works

  • Unauthorized Charges: Scammers use this business name (or variations like "S Patrick LLC") to process unauthorized transactions, often for amounts like $49.99, $99.99, or $100+.
  • Fake Subscriptions: These charges are frequently disguised as "pre-approved payments" or automatic billing agreements for services you likely never signed up for.
  • The Goal: Scammers hope you won't notice a single line item on a busy statement, or that you'll be confused enough to ignore it.

Actions to Take

  1. Cancel the Billing Agreement:
    • Log into PayPal → Settings (gear icon) → Payments → Manage Automatic Payments.
    • Find "2000 S Patrick LLC" or any name you don't recognize and click Cancel.
  2. Dispute the Transaction:
    • Go to the PayPal Resolution Center.
    • Select the specific transaction and report it as "Unauthorized Activity." Do not select "Item not received," as PayPal may close the case if the scammer provides a fake tracking number.
  3. Secure Your Account: Change your PayPal password and enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) immediately.
  4. Contact Your Bank: If your PayPal is linked to a credit card or bank account, notify them that the transaction is fraudulent so they can block further attempts
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