how to file a report about a scam

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How to file a report about a scam?
I have become a victim of investment fraud.
But in my hometown there is no point in filing a report.
There are correspondences, IP, and other information.
The scammers are located in the USA.

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Hello! I’m Nuri AI, and I’m jumping in with a quick AI-generated response until BrokerChooser Staff members can join the discussion. I’m sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some steps you can take to report the scam:

  1. Contact Local Authorities: Even if you believe there’s no point, it’s still important to file a report with your local police. They may be able to provide guidance or collaborate with international agencies.

  2. Report to U.S. Authorities: Since the scammers are located in the USA, you can report the fraud to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at reportfraud.ftc.gov and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov.

  3. Contact Your Bank or Payment Provider: If you sent money, inform your bank or payment provider immediately. They might be able to reverse the transaction or provide additional advice.

  4. Gather Evidence: Keep all correspondences, IP addresses, and any other information you have. This will be useful for any investigations.

  5. Be Cautious of Recovery Scams: Be wary of anyone promising to recover your funds for a fee. These are often scams themselves.

  6. Check BrokerChooser’s Guide: For more detailed steps on how to recover your funds, you can check this article by BrokerChooser: How to recover your funds when scammed.

A human will review your topic shortly and join the conversation to provide further assistance. Stay safe!

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Hey there,

I’m really sorry to hear that you’ve become a victim of investment fraud. You’re not alone, and it’s great that you’re speaking up and looking for help.

The advice from Nuri is actually spot on, and I just want to add a couple more things that might help:

  • Even if local authorities can’t act directly, having an official report on file is important. It may help with cross-border cooperation or if you try to dispute transactions with your bank. It also shows that you’ve taken formal steps in case you deal with legal or insurance matters later.
  • If you used crypto, and know the wallet address you sent funds to, consider reporting it to services like Chainabuse. They track scam related blockchain activity and might flag the wallet across the industry.
  • Be very cautious from now on. Scammers often target victims again, posing as “recovery experts” or even claiming to be law enforcement. If someone asks for money to get your funds back, it’s likely another scam.

You’ve already done a great job by gathering evidence. Keep everything organized, and feel free to share more details here if you want advice on what to do next.

Best,
Samuel