Hello, guys. I'll spare you guys a long intro. I've been involved in a phishing scam since 7-13-18.
A guy sent me and some other students an email saying that he needs a PA while he's away in Australia. I replied to his email and he asked for my phone number, address, name, and alternate email.
My first task was to print an e-check. He told me to buy a printer and business checks because I would be printing a lot. He sent me a check of $950 dollars and I deposited it into my bank. He then told me to buy $1000 worth of iTunes cards and send it to him.
The very next day, he sent me another e-check of $4999. He told me to deduct the printer, business checks, and personal payment of $620 for myself. He asked to buy $2000 worth of iTunes cards and I sent them all to him.
I caught on later when I looked for his name online and the department where he worked. I didn't find anything on this guy. He then asked me to fill out an expense report. I didn't own Office, so I called my dad and we talked about my internship. He then told me that I was in a phishing scam.
My question is what should I do? I'm worried about the $3000 I spent and how he can bounce the checks soon. I'm barely getting by and this could dig a deeper hole for me.
I've already filed a report to the FBI, will go to my local police department on Monday, and told my bank about my issue. The lady I spoke to from my bank said that I shouldn't worry because it's already "in process." The last check I deposited is on hold.
Please let me know if anything is vague or needs more explanation.
Submitted July 14, 2018 at 10:36PM by Bagman3223 https://ift.tt/2NeUVAU
