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  • I was scammed hook, line & sinker by a visa / debit card company. Am 8 minute phone call which scammed me for £80. Be careful of these scam calls. They got me hook line and sinker. Please be aware. Don't be scammed like me, please be vigilant.
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  • @jglasernyc
    @jglasernyc 5 місяців тому +32

    I trust no one who calls me from any type of utility, credit card or cable company. If I didn't initiate the call, then I assume they are scammers. Thank you for the reminder!

    • @Lovemy911
      @Lovemy911 5 місяців тому +7

      😮fact.... if I dont know you, I dont answer...

  • @neilg7223
    @neilg7223 5 місяців тому +12

    Cash is king! I know that's probably impractical in many ways these days, but electronic transactions are so vulnerable to all the shisters!

    • @anneperry9014
      @anneperry9014 5 місяців тому

      No, cash is not impractical!!!🙄

    • @neilwhite6305
      @neilwhite6305 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@anneperry9014Cash is king 👑

  • @lindsaygedling4979
    @lindsaygedling4979 5 місяців тому +10

    So sorry, these scammers are so convincing, hope you get the money back. Thank you for raising this through your channel - it highlights to everyone and reminds us all to be careful. 😮

  • @susannah1184
    @susannah1184 5 місяців тому +13

    These people really are the lowest of the low. I do hope you are okay. What a naff start to the New Year. Take care DJ xx

  • @Jay-Leigh
    @Jay-Leigh 5 місяців тому +8

    I hope you can speak to your credit card people and maybe have an insurance to claim this back. Banks & credit card companies will never call you. If they do they will ask for your security questions. Always say you are hanging up and call them back. Be careful of text too Darren…. I’m so sorry this happened to you. Be vigilant folks!

  • @joylaw3162
    @joylaw3162 5 місяців тому +8

    So very sorry to hear this Darren, it’s awful feeling when you get caught like that. Take care Darren, hope things start looking up for you soon xx

  • @dougaldouglas8842
    @dougaldouglas8842 5 місяців тому +3

    NEVER OVER THE PHONE AND TO USE COMPUTER.

  • @thelmabrindley2369
    @thelmabrindley2369 5 місяців тому +11

    Sorry to hear this Darren. I had someone scam my card once and I got a call from my bank, but I called them back to make sure it was legit rather than just take the call that they made

    • @andyboy189
      @andyboy189 5 місяців тому +4

      Good advice. Never respond to incoming bank calls. Always hang up and call your bank back on a legit number that you trust.

    • @santorini8423
      @santorini8423 5 місяців тому

      @@andyboy189and on a different phone…

    • @kirstie7187
      @kirstie7187 5 місяців тому

      Exactly ​@@andyboy189

  • @andyfreer8463
    @andyfreer8463 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for information Darren much appreciated sorry about your loss

  • @thornbird6768
    @thornbird6768 5 місяців тому +8

    Happened to me a week before Christmas 😢 they called me , pretended to be from my bank , just like you😮 he went through the motions and told me about the alleged fraudulent activity on my account , and said my card must be cancelled! I had a call the following day from my actual bank asking if I had transferred £3500 to another bank account , I said no and they started the process of retrieving the money , I got scammed , which I did get back . Like you Darren I felt like a total idiot 😢

  • @ianlivsey7200
    @ianlivsey7200 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for sharing that Darren. I've never heard of that one before.

  • @philthompson3136
    @philthompson3136 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for this info Darren. You can’t trust anyone

  • @dlb9283
    @dlb9283 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for highlighting this.

  • @toopoos
    @toopoos 5 місяців тому +4

    Keep an eye out for them QR codes folks that are on the front of parking pay machines as the little shites are placing their own one on top to skim your well earned bangers.

  • @linz347
    @linz347 5 місяців тому +7

    So sorry this happened Darren. Sadly there are people in this world who actually do this and can do so seemingly without getting caught. Hope you reported it to the card company.

  • @janbow5124
    @janbow5124 5 місяців тому +2

    I am very sorry that this has happened to you. I really hope that these scammers are caught. You did the right thing up until the end of the call. Cancel that card right now. ☹

  • @angierobinson5570
    @angierobinson5570 5 місяців тому +6

    WOW 😳 thanks for highlighting this to all your viewers DJ !!! Robbing barstewards 😤

    • @DarrenJohn
      @DarrenJohn  5 місяців тому +2

      Thanks for listening

  • @laurentaylor4933
    @laurentaylor4933 5 місяців тому +4

    Thanks for highlighting this issue, we can all be caught out. If any one rings you out of the blue and claims to be a financial body do not interact, hang up and use a different phone to call the number on the back of the card.

    • @user-ox5px6rz8x
      @user-ox5px6rz8x 5 місяців тому +1

      Right, that what my stepdad does, a genuine call from the bank once, he wouldn't talk to them, until he called them back. Anyone can spoof a number.

  • @stephenwood9104
    @stephenwood9104 5 місяців тому +2

    Sorry to hear that this happened to you Darren, it must of been sickening and hope you can move on from this, all the best

  • @suebowie9284
    @suebowie9284 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks so much Darren, I would have fallen for that too 😱

  • @angeladelaney4178
    @angeladelaney4178 5 місяців тому

    OMG so sorry you got scammed. Like you say these people are so so clever, they overwhelm you into thinking it's all above board. You can't be too careful these days 😢x

  • @gazcallon8825
    @gazcallon8825 5 місяців тому +1

    I've had it too! Only answer calls in your phone book. Well said! I wonder how many fall for there vile abuse , stuff um xxx

  • @liampoole238
    @liampoole238 5 місяців тому +1

    Good man Darren.

  • @caybay2389
    @caybay2389 5 місяців тому +3

    So sorry Darren I've heard it is on the rise these scams , This day and age we have to be extremely careful however the most highly intelligent person can still get scammed, 👍❤️🤗

  • @annemarieelton2069
    @annemarieelton2069 5 місяців тому

    So Sorry you were scammed Darren -What a horrible feeling & the last thing you need x
    Hope you are ok 🤗 xx👍👍

  • @nw6323
    @nw6323 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear this Darren. Thanks for the heads up.x

  • @snacklofter
    @snacklofter 5 місяців тому +5

    So sorry to hear this Darren - you could well do without this!

  • @johnhkehoe6110
    @johnhkehoe6110 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear that Darren. Take it easy mate.

  • @MultiRetroMan
    @MultiRetroMan 4 місяці тому +1

    Many thanks for this video. I never thought of them doing it like this and the bizarre thing is how do they get the information knowing how to use the payment for it? That's bizarre!

  • @AlVlogs1603
    @AlVlogs1603 5 місяців тому +2

    Good warning for all DJ all the best pal

  • @robertlalor8090
    @robertlalor8090 5 місяців тому +2

    So sad, Darren. Sorry you had to go through this. The hidden effect is that it's making us all a lot less trusting. Hope you can recover the money. Those scum do not deserve to get their filthy paws on your hard earned money.

  • @brianhall9893
    @brianhall9893 5 місяців тому +1

    Good for you posting this Darren. It just shows how convincing these scum work. I was thinking about getting one of those cards this summer while I'm abroad. Having second thoughts now😔

  • @jimrowland8310
    @jimrowland8310 27 днів тому +1

    Just watched this episode, thxs for sharing it with us, it can happen to anyone 👍

  • @junemccann5981
    @junemccann5981 5 місяців тому +1

    Aww Darren. Sorry to hear this. So blooming frustrating! 🥰☀️🥰xxx

  • @lindaspence2256
    @lindaspence2256 5 місяців тому

    so sorry you got scammed Darren 🙏🏼😘

  • @reedsfromleeds6347
    @reedsfromleeds6347 5 місяців тому +5

    Hi Darren, there’s so many people being scammed now because these people are so sophisticated,I’m so sorry to hear you were scammed Darren, if I answer my phone and someone I don’t know is on I just hang up , I’ve had so many calls where the person says is that mr david I couldn’t possibly take them seriously

  • @johncolton2859
    @johncolton2859 5 місяців тому +1

    Good advice, the scammers are getting smarter all the time. I have also subscribed to your new channel. Good luck!

  • @veronicaodonnell2893
    @veronicaodonnell2893 5 місяців тому +2

    Disgusting folk. I always try to remember if they called me then it’s likely a scam. However, they play on the fact that they will catch people off the radar as it’s hard to be alert all the time. Sorry you’ve been so unfortunate this time - I’m sure the banks/finance companies could put a better system of security in place but they just don’t want to spend the money

  • @r12004rewy
    @r12004rewy 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the vid it just confirms a guy as switched on as you can get scammed, imagine if it was someone who was old and not aware that this type of thing happens

  • @Raylufc
    @Raylufc 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the information I use Revolut when I travel

  • @janetbrowning9089
    @janetbrowning9089 2 місяці тому +1

    Oh no...yeah, I hang up if it's someone I don't know...if it's the bank or my credit card, I'm even more wary. I know it was by impulse that you did what he said, because you believed it was someone from the company you have your card with, BUT, never ever do what they say, when it comes to "accept" or "decline"...you have to always assume the worst these days & suspect a scammer, especially if they say, "hit the accept". I'm so sorry this happened to you DJ...the last thing you needed was another "hit", from life. Please stay safe & remember about those sails!!♥

  • @leehanley71
    @leehanley71 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi Darren, sorry that this happened to you, they are so good at it, as you said he kept the talk going, they are the lowest of the low 😡 Thanks for putting this out there Mate, it'll definitely make people more aware 👍

  • @mukthadirali6672
    @mukthadirali6672 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear that Darren it must've been shocking. 🤨😬😬

  • @bigal6789
    @bigal6789 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for the heads up. When I've had similar calls to that, I say to them
    "I'll contact the Company direct, bye"
    then hang up and phone the company on a different phone. Hopefully you'll get reimbursed.

  • @TimK2646
    @TimK2646 4 місяці тому +1

    😭😭😭so sorry to hear of the loss!! That's 5 whiskey bottles for me.... Best wishes always

  • @juliawilliams3467
    @juliawilliams3467 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the heads up .don't you just hate these low life . Hope the bank are helpful x

  • @robcoles8493
    @robcoles8493 5 місяців тому +1

    That sounds a horrible experience that any of us could be taken in by. Thanks for the advice.

  • @SteveW1985
    @SteveW1985 5 місяців тому +1

    ❤ as always pal

  • @hongk0ngfu3y
    @hongk0ngfu3y 5 місяців тому +2

    once back off your jollies, move any remaining funds from revolut back to your bank.

  • @EagOwls
    @EagOwls 5 місяців тому +3

    Extra careful from here Darren, once they've got you once they often have follow ups in the pipeline. Nasty stuff, £80 is a blow but better to learn from that than losing thousands!

  • @lee-lc8oj
    @lee-lc8oj 5 місяців тому +4

    It happens Darren, these Con Artists like you say come across so professional, they know how to put people into panic mode and that’s when you’re not thinking Clearly and how they take advantage of you, Don’t beat yourself up buddy. Take care 👍🏻 (My mum absolutely loves your videos BTW 😁)

  • @panyg2
    @panyg2 5 місяців тому +1

    So sorry you got scammed. I am aware of so many scam but I've never heard of this one before. Cancel that card now mate, they have your details and somehow also your phone number. These people are scum. Thanks for the warning.

  • @suzannemalyan9643
    @suzannemalyan9643 5 місяців тому +4

    Hi Darren so sorry for you these people are unbelievable 🙈 I had a very similar experience 3 years ago through Barclays n totally cleared out my account I was devastated I got scammed like that never got my money back . Everyone please be careful I have a rule now if I don’t know the number I don’t answer if it’s important they’ll leave a message

    • @eddiereed5025
      @eddiereed5025 5 місяців тому

      thats the best strategy if they want to speak let them call back

  • @RickandShelley
    @RickandShelley 5 місяців тому +1

    Incredible pal. Sorry to hear that. Flip side is though it could have been more! It sounded so convincing to me also

    • @DarrenJohn
      @DarrenJohn  5 місяців тому

      They got me good and proper

  • @jackiehodgson2261
    @jackiehodgson2261 5 місяців тому

    Oh no sorry to hear DJ..I've just been a you😊 ordered 2 bags Thursday online £75 found out yesterday its a scam ..gutted but furious xx

  • @paulhayes7257
    @paulhayes7257 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry mate u got scamed. it happened to my son last year £800 but lucky enough he got it all back off his bank . Be careful

  • @jackiewheatland9691
    @jackiewheatland9691 5 місяців тому +1

    Exactly the same thing happened to me Darren … as soon as I realised I locked all my cards and phoned my bank but as you said they are so clever at what they do !! They cleared my bank account whilst I was on the phone to my bank reporting it !!! It’s a horrible thing to happen to anyone !!!!

  • @ArrakisDjinn
    @ArrakisDjinn 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi Darren, just goes to show these scummy people can dupe the best of us, hope you get your funds back, love the content mate can't wait for more.

  • @englishrose1122
    @englishrose1122 3 місяці тому +1

    Had exactly same a while ago. It’s a sinking feeling to say the least.

  • @TheSpokesman69
    @TheSpokesman69 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear this. My mate got done twice on one day for 750 a piece.
    Be vigilant always

  • @nick6895
    @nick6895 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear that mate some right clever duckers around best always to put phone down every time if it’s important they will contact you by other means 😢

  • @andywrong3247
    @andywrong3247 5 місяців тому +4

    Darren I hope you have reported it never mind how big or small,could uou get a refund,that's always a red flag them phoning you,anymore news on your stolen bike & 2,500 excess.any news on your job front.

    • @DarrenJohn
      @DarrenJohn  5 місяців тому +1

      Lots of questions

    • @andywrong3247
      @andywrong3247 5 місяців тому +2

      Darren you put it out there we are only interested for your benefit sorry if my inquisitive mind makes you feeell like. to many questions.

  • @Rainbowtree3
    @Rainbowtree3 5 місяців тому +1

    Block anyone who rings you about fraud or says they are calling about your bank details etc. Keep it that simple. Do not respond. Sorry to hear it happened to you. You have done a positive thing in making everyone aware. I heard on radio 4 recently of a highly educated man and his friend who did this for a living and admitted that they had no sense of consciousness at all. This particular man ended up in prison and then admitted when he had time to think,he realised how cruel and selfish he had been. Now he helps people who have been victims of fraud.

  • @shanehall98
    @shanehall98 5 місяців тому +1

    I just ignore all unsolicited calls and even my door. I think I’m not expecting you go away or F off lol.

  • @LeeJohn70
    @LeeJohn70 5 місяців тому +1

    That was funny Darren just saw you when watching Middleageminx video today. You were in the theatre, a small world. Lol 👍👍😁

  • @Standard_Jay
    @Standard_Jay 5 місяців тому +2

    Your bank will rarely if ever call you and if someone claims to be from them hang up the phone and ring the regular contact number to validate things.

  • @triciabrodie1015
    @triciabrodie1015 5 місяців тому +1

    so sorry this has happened to you. Thanks for warning .

  • @djrampage1
    @djrampage1 5 місяців тому +1

    hi darren subscribed to new channel fella keep up the good work mate

    • @DarrenJohn
      @DarrenJohn  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks and welcome

  • @darrenburns16
    @darrenburns16 5 місяців тому +1

    Just shows, you don't need to be vulnerable, elderly, etc to be scammed, you just have to be busy, tired, etc.. can literally happen to anyone. Be careful, if on doubt hang up. ❤❤

  • @palace1439
    @palace1439 5 місяців тому +1

    Great vlog DJ. Only positive was it was only £79.

  • @janettegardner7144
    @janettegardner7144 5 місяців тому +1

    Forewarned is forearmed scumbags. I had an investment company trying to steal from me but luckily my bank refused to forward the payment. As you said these scammers are clever. Rule of thumb for me now is don't engage in any conversation and lock their number.

  • @paulbowman1762
    @paulbowman1762 5 місяців тому +1

    Oh Darren !, your not the only one mate though !, Wronguns RESPECT

  • @LoremIpsum1970
    @LoremIpsum1970 5 місяців тому +2

    Oops! It's easy to do. I never answer those calls. I just had my visa cloned...15 charges to Uber, Uber Eats, Dominos, Womens clothing, etc. luckily I blocked the the card and rang them direct and have all the money back with a fraud case pending and a new card already... *I'd block the card, recheck your statement, get them to open a fraud case and get a new card*

  • @neilboulton9813
    @neilboulton9813 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the re-enforcement of the warning Darren. We just need to ensure however convincing that if they contact us we do not give them voluntarily any security information that they should know or click on anything they send through. They completely play on the fact that they are the legitimate fraud department preventing you from being scammed and it is incredibly sophisticated. As there is information being traded by people probably existing or former employees in these companies in your case Revolut confirming you have one of their cards.

  • @joebrown4564
    @joebrown4564 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry Darron to her you’ve been scammed I see this all the time on UA-cam. If we get call from someone like yours I try to wind them up then put the phone down. I know it’s a scam 💯

  • @alfredhanley1691
    @alfredhanley1691 5 місяців тому +1

    Darren sorry to hear that there very clever ..Alf..

  • @H8inLyfe
    @H8inLyfe 5 місяців тому +1

    I'm very sorry to hear this mate. I'm glad you always have a positive outlook and share advice through your experience.
    But saying that I have a great opportunity for you, I'm selling some magic beans & I'm willing to do you a special deal as a friend.
    Jokes aside, one the top realist guys on YT & a good message to share. Congrats on the take up of the new channel. It's been great so far 👍🏻

  • @ianmcdonnell9868
    @ianmcdonnell9868 5 місяців тому +1

    I've been scammed before Darren over 10 years ago same sort of thing 2.5 k. Glad it wasn't 4k to you buddy. Got 1.5k back through the bank my stupid fault lesson learnt never again.

  • @brewsterkits
    @brewsterkits 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks Darren, it's so easy to fall with these criminals, I got scammed once for loads, never again, never answer phone callers or e mails that look dodgy,can you get your money back, I did😳☹️

  • @thaibillyboy
    @thaibillyboy 5 місяців тому +1

    Terrible that DJ , its got me thinking now if i ever get any calls about any of my bank cards transactions supposedly from the bank i think i will hang up the phone and contact the bank in question personally, what do you reckon? So many dam scams going on these days with technology , cheers thanks for the heads up.

  • @jameshiggins.openworld
    @jameshiggins.openworld 5 місяців тому +1

    Inform your bank about this Darren John to be double safe

  • @edwardjones7065
    @edwardjones7065 5 місяців тому +1

    Very brave Darren to share this sad event with the channel. I think the rule is people who approach you by phone or in the street it is never for your benefit. Stay safe Darren, will subscribe to your new channel.

  • @jimbo8009
    @jimbo8009 5 місяців тому +2

    DJ. I always try and look at the positive from these sort of things. OK its cost you £78 but you will not be caught again! It cost me £2600 on my scam so I would swop with you anytime. Good work with the new channel.

  • @tonyfield2339
    @tonyfield2339 5 місяців тому +1

    hi mate ,iv had it done to me they are low life's just makes you more aware. bank should reimburse you. keep up the great videos...

  • @bonobo2go
    @bonobo2go 5 місяців тому +1

    Back to basics! Always set up security. If a bank rings back thank them for the call but say you'll ring them back on the number you have. Always have 2 step verification on for everything you can! I pay for ANYTHING online using a card I get a text with a code I have to give the bank for the transaction to get the item. PITA I know....but it's the safest way. No idea what this revolute thing is. Now you know don't get scammed again!

  • @samhenwood5746
    @samhenwood5746 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to here you got scammed 🙁My Husband got scammed in 2019 but never got his money back 🙁Thanks for highlighting this & take care DJ 😌🏍️

  • @lisabudd5979
    @lisabudd5979 5 місяців тому +1

    Horrible ot happens in Australia as well .alot .
    I had my card havked 3 times but never with a caller talking to me ,that was so bad to happan to to .

  • @janw1746
    @janw1746 5 місяців тому +1

    Oh my word..they rang you..put the phone down.. please..😱

  • @user-us9cq1zz5s
    @user-us9cq1zz5s 5 місяців тому +2

    😊so sorry to hear that Darren majella Ireland

  • @sandradowling4605
    @sandradowling4605 5 місяців тому +1

    Omg..yes they are so clever.....i was scammed thank goodness my bank covered it.

  • @CustardCream33
    @CustardCream33 5 місяців тому +2

    Quite an obvious scam 🤣🤣

  • @g4zzauk
    @g4zzauk 5 місяців тому +6

    Sorry this happened to you Darren, this sort of thing is only going to get worse as cash is used less and we rely on cards etc, we are all going to have to be more vigilant, thanks for sharing this with us mate.

  • @kevinwestwood6668
    @kevinwestwood6668 5 місяців тому

    Sorry you got scammed, there are scam calls going around at the moment, claiming to be British gas,and making an upgrade to your smart meter, ignore British gas, never calls you.

  • @tommyhiggins4367
    @tommyhiggins4367 5 місяців тому +1

    Just shows how devious people can be ,hows the golf going darren ?⛳

  • @lloydbrock2711
    @lloydbrock2711 5 місяців тому +1

    Good advice DJ. If anyone thinks they'll never be scammed.......I'm a former copper, who worked dealing with fraud cases. I got scammed via PayPal. My mates had a field day when they heard that! Luckily it wasn't a massive amount of money and my bank refunded the money immediately. These people are very cunning. Be very wary of anyone that phones you. If there's dodgy activity concerning your finances, you'll be the one contacting the bank etc, not the other way round.

  • @DameTremonti
    @DameTremonti 5 місяців тому +1

    God bless.

  • @MegaVector2011
    @MegaVector2011 5 місяців тому +1

    No one will ever call you from your bank. If you or anyone makes a suspect transaction on your bank account they will cancel the transaction & leave it up to you to pursue it. This is a golden rule, but I understand scams are getting more sophisticated. Thanks for highlighting the issue.

  • @coolerkin
    @coolerkin 5 місяців тому +2

    Strange if he had access he took only 79quid

    • @lparky4409
      @lparky4409 5 місяців тому +3

      Sometimes that's just a feeler , if you don't block or cancel the card they could take a bigger chunk next time.

  • @paulcole4902
    @paulcole4902 5 місяців тому +1

    Sorry to hear you got scammed mate but so did my brotherin law a few weeks ago through a call from what he thought was his bank.. luckily it wasn't his main bank account but he still lost £300 and he's pretty clued up like you..but my advice to anyone don't ever do any online banking and don't even have a contactless card because if you lost your contactless card and you don't realise for a few days or maybe a week or so someone could drain your bank account out

  • @Boss_Security
    @Boss_Security 5 місяців тому +1

    £79 for a take away … it must have been ‘ Off The Charts ‘ for that money … BOOM BOOM !!!

    • @DarrenJohn
      @DarrenJohn  5 місяців тому +1

      👍🏼😂🙏🏼