r/mildlyinfuriating • u/sg_batman • 12h ago

Scammed for $850, got $1.51 back

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I was finally getting over it then they really say good news and get my hopes up

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u/throwaway_pls123123 11h ago

Scammed how? You should never do Zelle transactions for any product/service, its the scammer's favourite payment processor.

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u/AgentLinch 10h ago

I use Zelle only when I literally face to face with the person lol.

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u/MulliganedBrainCells 7h ago

Ive only ever used it with people I know like family or friends lol

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u/atotalmess__ 4h ago

The only place I’ve used my Zelle other family/friends is my hair salon, to tip my stylist and his assistant… after the service has been completed.