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Scam Score: 96/100
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Scammers impersonate PayPal claiming an accidental large refund was paid to you. When you call to return it, they steal your bank details to drain your real account.
The Scam Message
PayPal: A refund of £892.00 has been credited to your account in error. To return the funds, please contact our team: 0808 XXX XXXX
Overpayment Pretext
Claiming an overpayment has landed in your account is a classic advance fee scam setup.
Fake PayPal Phone Number
Calling the number connects victims to scammers who request bank account details to 'return' the money.
Large Fabricated Amount
A large credit amount creates a sense of financial obligation that scammers exploit.