Targets 16–18+Updated Jan 2026

Fake Job Offer Scam

A direct message or email offers a well-paid, flexible job — commonly 'social media manager', 'mystery shopper', or 'package handler'. The role turns out to involve forwarding suspicious packages (re-shipping fraud) or requires you to pay upfront for equipment. Legitimate employers never ask you to pay to start a job or to handle packages from strangers on their behalf.

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