The Western Union Company Money transfers department,
Domestic (US) money transfer Fraud or scam New Jersey
My son, - - and his girlfriend -, ordered a dog on - for $270.00 on - -. The seller on - - " - '', email address --, phone number - - - -. The western union transaction was sent to - - from - -- # -. The seller told him to western union the money and he will receive the dog the next day on - -, 2016. After sending the money, my son got a call from someone ( - ) requesting additional fees of about $800.00 stating that the dog was stuck in MN and they needed the money to purchase a special crate for the dog. My son called me frantic. I called the seller and began questioning me as to who I am, then hung the phone up. I called Western Union and began filling out a Fraud claim but was told by WEstern Union to call back in 15 days. Today, I disputed the charges with my bank. I am not certain that anything will ever come out of this and my son has lost his hard earned $270.00. Not knowing what to do, I have decided to contact you for assistance. Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated. thank you. - - - email : --
The Western Union Company customer in New Jersey
Jun 13, 2016
* Source: CFPB Complaint Database
The Western Union Company response to complaint:
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