Samantha
Hudson,#2Author of original report
Mon, December 12, 2005
If anything good can come from this it is that immediate Financial Services will not be able to scam hard working honest people again. When I saw the new posting from Melissa I was so scared that someone else had fallen prey to this scam. I was so happy to hear that she took the extra step to look into this and saw Tom's and myselfs posting. I have come to the realization that I may need to chaulk this up to one of lifes lessons as I do not believe at this point that I will see my money again. But in a way I am ok with it as long as I know that I can prevent any further losses. I recieved a call from the Better Business Bureau in Virginia Beach as well as an email and they are investigating this. So if anyone else has fallen prey or has been contacted by these low lifes, it may help if you contact them as well. P. Edwards, Conciliations Coordinator Better Business Bureau of Greater Hampton Roads, Inc. 586 Virginian Drive Norfolk, VA 23505 main (757) 531-9400 fax (757) 531-1388 [email protected] and if anyone has been affected by these jerks and has sent money I am eager to know if they have received their money back... please spread the word that these people are not legit, they are wicked. Anyone who can steal from other people knowing well enough that these people are at their mercy, are nothing but complete low lifes and I know in my heart of hearts that they will be punished. Karma is a nasty thing..
Samantha
Hudson,#3Author of original report
Thu, December 08, 2005
Well I have received notice from Phil Pritchard who is an investigator for Virginia Beach, and low and behold the address of 310 Aragona Blvd that Immediate Financial Services uses does NOT exist. I noticed to that on their fax sheet they listed 23402 as their zip code when that is not a valid zip code either. Virginia Beach is 23462.... I wish that I would of done this much research prior to giving my money away to these low lifes. Mr. Prirchard suggested that I now do the following: 1. Since you have already filed a complaint with the FTC (Federal Trade Commission), I would also make a complaint to another Government Office, the "IFCC", Internet Fruad Complaint Center located in West Virginia, web site, www.ifccfbi.gov This is a clearing house run by the FBI and private business together to gather internet complaints on internet fraud. 2. Try your local Police in New Hampshire to see if they will take a report or can direct you to the proper Federal Agency. I would even call your US Postal Inspector's office, even though no mails were used. They handle alot of these Canadian Scams with the Canadian Royal Mounted PD and might be able to direct you further. 3. Since you filled out a loan application with you and your husband's personal data, checking account infomation, and DOB, etc info, I would call your bank to alert them. I would also suggest you contact the three major credit bureaus: TransUnion www.transunion, Equifax www.equifax, and Experian www.experian in case someone tries to obtain credit using your personal information. I would also check your husbands and your credit report every four months or so. You are entitled to three free checks a year and most people check their report every four months using one check (different company) each time. So if anyone else has been a victim of this.. here are some avenues that you might want to explore.. I have yet to recieve my money back.. I know that I am probably going to have to swallow this and let it be one of lifes lessons.. but I will not rest till I know that these people are stopped...
Samantha
Hudson,#4Author of original report
Wed, December 07, 2005
I have been in touch with an investigator from the Consumer Affairs Division, Office of the Commonwealths Attorney. I have learned that the address of 310 Aragona Blvd. that Immediate Financial Services uses is not a business address, it is a resident address and that there is no legit business by this name in Virginia Beach. I was advised that they will be going to this address for me to check it out. I have also filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau in Virginia. I will now be contacting the Royal Canadian Police as well as my local police department. An email has also been sent to the [email protected] as well as the Virginia Beach police department. Germain Gabriel needs to be stopped. He has become so cocky on the phone and has proclaimed himself to be a millionaire. Of course-he steals innocent peoples money. When it was told to Germaine that he WILL be stopped and that we are not stupid his reply was "you are the one who sent me the money".. this infuriates me even more. If anyone else can assist please do. I have never felt so violated before in my life.!!!
Samantha
Hudson,#5Author of original report
Wed, December 07, 2005
I have been in touch with an investigator from the Consumer Affairs Division, Office of the Commonwealths Attorney. I have learned that the address of 310 Aragona Blvd. that Immediate Financial Services uses is not a business address, it is a resident address and that there is no legit business by this name in Virginia Beach. I was advised that they will be going to this address for me to check it out. I have also filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau in Virginia. I will now be contacting the Royal Canadian Police as well as my local police department. An email has also been sent to the [email protected] as well as the Virginia Beach police department. Germain Gabriel needs to be stopped. He has become so cocky on the phone and has proclaimed himself to be a millionaire. Of course-he steals innocent peoples money. When it was told to Germaine that he WILL be stopped and that we are not stupid his reply was "you are the one who sent me the money".. this infuriates me even more. If anyone else can assist please do. I have never felt so violated before in my life.!!!
Samantha
Hudson,#6Author of original report
Wed, December 07, 2005
I have been in touch with an investigator from the Consumer Affairs Division, Office of the Commonwealths Attorney. I have learned that the address of 310 Aragona Blvd. that Immediate Financial Services uses is not a business address, it is a resident address and that there is no legit business by this name in Virginia Beach. I was advised that they will be going to this address for me to check it out. I have also filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau in Virginia. I will now be contacting the Royal Canadian Police as well as my local police department. An email has also been sent to the [email protected] as well as the Virginia Beach police department. Germain Gabriel needs to be stopped. He has become so cocky on the phone and has proclaimed himself to be a millionaire. Of course-he steals innocent peoples money. When it was told to Germaine that he WILL be stopped and that we are not stupid his reply was "you are the one who sent me the money".. this infuriates me even more. If anyone else can assist please do. I have never felt so violated before in my life.!!!
Samantha
Hudson,#7Author of original report
Wed, December 07, 2005
I have been in touch with an investigator from the Consumer Affairs Division, Office of the Commonwealths Attorney. I have learned that the address of 310 Aragona Blvd. that Immediate Financial Services uses is not a business address, it is a resident address and that there is no legit business by this name in Virginia Beach. I was advised that they will be going to this address for me to check it out. I have also filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau in Virginia. I will now be contacting the Royal Canadian Police as well as my local police department. An email has also been sent to the [email protected] as well as the Virginia Beach police department. Germain Gabriel needs to be stopped. He has become so cocky on the phone and has proclaimed himself to be a millionaire. Of course-he steals innocent peoples money. When it was told to Germaine that he WILL be stopped and that we are not stupid his reply was "you are the one who sent me the money".. this infuriates me even more. If anyone else can assist please do. I have never felt so violated before in my life.!!!
Samantha
Hudson,#8Author of original report
Tue, December 06, 2005
Well I keep calling Mr. Germaine Gabriel and I am still receiving the run around regarding the return of my money. I have foolishly sent over $2000.00. This so called "man" as a real man would have a legitimate job and would not have to lie and scam hard working people out of their hard earned money, has the nerve to constantly hang up on my husband and I when we try to get information as to why our money has yet to be returned to us. I see again that Mr. Gabriel is the biggest liar as another person who has been scammed has not received their money back as Mr. Gabriel stated that it was sent back when I asked about it. I have contacted the Virgina Beach Police Dept. as well as the Virgina Beach Commonwealths Attorney office for their assitance in stopping these low lifes. I honestly do not know how they can put their heads down to sleep knowing well enough that what they are doing is not only against the law, but it is ruining peoples lifes. I have not slept in days. I need help as I feel as though my hands are tied and I cannot afford to lose that money that I sent.. PlEASE if anyone else has been through this or can help advise as to what else I can do.. I need your help!!!!....