Stopping Microsoft Scammers from Stealing $20,000!

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  • Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
  • These scammers are ruthless! They pretend to be Microsoft AND your bank in an attempt to steal thousands from you. I thought it would be fun to screw up their system and save some of their victims.
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  • @PleasantGreen
    @PleasantGreen  2 роки тому +158

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  • @JimBrowning
    @JimBrowning 2 роки тому +1661

    So glad to hear the bank professionals recognizing the scam. Well done again Ben.

  • @iainmcclain
    @iainmcclain 2 роки тому +812

    "You got outsmarted by a 17 year old kid from Serbia and we're about to really mess things up". The greatest line I ever heard in relation to scammers.

  • @skuzlebut82
    @skuzlebut82 2 роки тому +695

    That bank teller deserves a reward. That made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside, hearing her show true compassion and care for someone who was about to lose their life savings.

    • @elizabethhorn1621
      @elizabethhorn1621 2 роки тому +10

      Absolutely 💯!!@

    • @TengsuangFaith
      @TengsuangFaith 2 роки тому +9

      💯%

    • @Droopy669
      @Droopy669 2 роки тому +14

      Agreed that teller deserves a raise

    • @davidloughlin2238
      @davidloughlin2238 2 роки тому +13

      Absolutely, that lady is just the best. If we could get bank staff all over the world doing this then the scammers would be badly hit.

    • @koryclarke1991
      @koryclarke1991 2 роки тому +7

      Absolutely. Like a huge raise and a promotion.

  • @AZ-nf4st
    @AZ-nf4st 2 роки тому +463

    I work at an electronic retailer and we ask what the gift cards are for and mention scammers every time someone comes up with over 100 dollars. Let's all do our part and protect the elderly and the desperate!!

    • @janetpattison8474
      @janetpattison8474 2 роки тому +13

      Good job! If everyone was getting the word out, scammers would steal less.

    • @ratbag359
      @ratbag359 2 роки тому +10

      Awareness is the best prevention.

    • @johnsmith-fz5pz
      @johnsmith-fz5pz 2 роки тому

      what are the gift cards for. if I got annoyed by that. I would tell you. oh I am just buying them for the garderner. he is comming in 5days and wants me to prepay with this $500 steam card

    • @camptube7621
      @camptube7621 2 роки тому +3

      Amen brother.

    • @kathleencooney1518
      @kathleencooney1518 Рік тому +5

      THANK YOU. I buy everybody gift cards at Christmas and had trouble doing it last Christmas. Luckily, I was also buying a Happy Holidays package of greeting cards. I also had the list of everybody's name and what card they liked. I was thrilled to provide the cashier with this information !

  • @CyanPhoenix_
    @CyanPhoenix_ 2 роки тому +176

    I love that you actually spent the time to help that man with tech support lol. that's often harder than stopping scams in the first place :P

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому +1

      Ouch, a scammer troll didn't like your comment! YT removed them.

  • @ChonkerMan
    @ChonkerMan 2 роки тому +317

    This guy is amazing. My mom was trying to buy a house and almost sent this dude 9k but before she did I asked if I could do some research , I found the realistate agent and found out that this dude didn't exist on their system. I did some stuff and funny enough found out they were located in.... Lagos nigeria. Saved my mom 9k thanks to this channel. thanks pleasent! :D

  • @JacktheRah
    @JacktheRah 2 роки тому +137

    I love how he not only uncovers and prevents the scam but also helps this gentleman with his actual problem. That's a great thing you did!

    • @JacktheRah
      @JacktheRah Рік тому +1

      @@ADHDisYippeeeeeeeeee Not located in the autonomous regions but I very much support them! Nice that someone noticed.

    • @amylivingston4590
      @amylivingston4590 Рік тому

      If only you could get that kind of service from the real Microsoft.

  • @jimfluck3575
    @jimfluck3575 2 роки тому +44

    I work in a grocery store and I have stopped numerous attempts of people buying gift cards for scammers. It is sad that people are falling for these scams.

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому +11

      Thanks for doing your bit.
      Education, warnings and a helping hand from a real person, can make a difference.

    • @TheGuruStud
      @TheGuruStud 5 місяців тому

      Stupid tax is high

  • @darlenejones-nelson813
    @darlenejones-nelson813 2 роки тому +353

    Ty for helping these victims, especially the elderly. Thankful for the bank teller too.

    • @josephh891
      @josephh891 2 роки тому +13

      It says a lot about people who from thousands of miles away will call elderly and vulnerable people to try and steal their life's savings. I've always wondered why it's the same people that do it over and over, and am now convinced that some kinds of people are just designed that way. Some would argue that it's due to poverty, terrible living conditions and desperation, but that would mean over half the world would do the same, but they don't. Given that millions of people from there, and not just the "criminals", but people from all walks of life, do this daily 24/7, tells me that it's something cultural. All cultures value certain things, but here we have one that values stealing and dishonesty. It's hard to imagine, and harsh to say, but true. Many people I've spoken to who have immigrated from india tell me that bribery, payoffs, lying and cheating are just a way of life. It's just sad all round.

    • @-nanabanana
      @-nanabanana 2 роки тому +5

      VERY Thankful, tellers and Bank Managers like this are so so helpful

    • @-nanabanana
      @-nanabanana 2 роки тому +4

      I agree its espionage!

    • @StevenKeery
      @StevenKeery 2 роки тому +4

      Appalling, that someone would try to cheat someone out of their hard-earned savings, especially an elderly person.
      Scammers should burn in Hell, I do not have any sympathy for them whatsoever. They are disgusting specimens of humanity.

    • @josephh891
      @josephh891 2 роки тому +4

      @@BiblicalTeachings It really is sad that a nation with such potential is having that potential eroded. It shows that the scammers/people are only concerned with themselves are don’t care about their own image abroad. The damage they’re doing is serious and lasting. Cheers.

  • @cynthiahawkins2389
    @cynthiahawkins2389 Рік тому +41

    At our local WalMarts where they sell gift-cards, there is a LARGE printed sign, and it says something like, "If you have been asked to purchase a gift card to pay a debt..these are scams.." Or some such. Delighted that retail outlets are stepping up. I have seen an employee intervene, no hesitation - and ask an elderly person, "Is this for some tech support call you received?" Heroes!!!!

    • @worsel555
      @worsel555 5 місяців тому +2

      Saw one like that and they called over an Assistant Manager to talk to the guy who was trying to buy $5000 in gift cards to send to "a family member who needs to get his car fixed" and became quite agitated that Walmart was stopping it. NOTHING added up and management explained it calmly to him what was going on, but he just left, swearing, and yelled that he would just go to another Walmart and try it over there.
      Horse to water and all that, I just hope that manager called ahead to the other locations to be on the lookout for him.

  • @TayCappsFrawley
    @TayCappsFrawley 2 роки тому +70

    I work for Dollar general and we are actually trained on gift card fraud/scams and try everyday to prevent it. I've seen a few and love the videos to know what new story lines to look out for.

    • @artistknownaslisa2850
      @artistknownaslisa2850 2 роки тому +5

      It's good to hear that cashiers are being trained on looking out for scam victims. All of us together will put a huge dent in this monumental problem.

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому +3

      Thank you for doing your bit!
      Education, warnings and actual real assistance can make a diference.

  • @Synnystershy
    @Synnystershy 2 роки тому +42

    I remember when I was at work (Security in a supermarket) and an elderly woman came up to me asking me to help her email a photo to someone. I said yeah I can help. When she said she wanted to email this gift card number of a sum of £500 so she could get £250k transferred to her made my heart sink. I tried all I could to convince her it was a scam but she kept saying "but my friend got his money and sent a picture of the money" and I again tried to tell her that his FB possibly got hacked and to call him directly but she wouldn't listen (I obviously didn't tell her how to send the picture) and told all colleagues not to either. A few days later she tried buying £2500 worth of gift cards and it got so bad it escalated to the police cos she already lost £2500 already. A police officer came and asked for any CCTV or information from me and I basically told the officer "you'll be wasting your time as the money is gone."

    • @artistknownaslisa2850
      @artistknownaslisa2850 2 роки тому +5

      Ohh man.. that's heartbreaking

    • @Synnystershy
      @Synnystershy 2 роки тому +12

      The worst thing was the colleagues were making little jokes like saying. "Hopefully she'll split the money with us" and I'm thinking they wouldn't be saying things like that if it was their grandparents being taken advantage of.

    • @adamrules01
      @adamrules01 Рік тому +3

      @@Synnystershy the world in 2023 is very different to the world 20 years ago. Decency and politeness has disappeared from the west. I blame social media and the internet for making people selfish and self absorbed.

  • @khunsateeb
    @khunsateeb 2 роки тому +10

    Outsmarted by a 17 year old kid from Serbia. I love it!!!!!!

  • @SpaceCadet4Jesus
    @SpaceCadet4Jesus 2 роки тому +18

    Please "restart" your computer, not reset. Reset is an option that deletes alot of stuff. Just turn the computer OFF, then back ON, that's all. (PleasantGreen accidentally said the wrong word).

    • @SupportDesk101
      @SupportDesk101 2 роки тому +1

      I had that same thought

    • @Juan_SZ
      @Juan_SZ 11 днів тому

      He said:
      “…just ignore it…”
      “Close it”
      “…reset it…”
      The third recommendation is actually the best option for a non-tech end user. If one does not have the knowledge to differentiate between a real malware warning and a fake one, the best course of action is to assume the worst. Obviously, the best route is to reach out to a trusted technician.

  • @traceyspad01
    @traceyspad01 Рік тому +24

    Thank you for your service. It warms my heart that there's people out the like you helping the less knowledgeable. My friend and my sister, both 10 to 15 years older than me, got scammed. I wouldn't consider them old old, but old enough to have missed learning about newer technology and scams. Breaks my heart. Both can't afford losing thousands, but they did. Now I try to educate anyone I know. And sharing content like this is a helpful tool. Again, thank you....and the scambaiter community.

  • @kamikariad
    @kamikariad 2 роки тому +83

    That was sweet of you to spend an hour with that man. Thanks Ben.

  • @f.c.5040
    @f.c.5040 2 роки тому +42

    I am impressed with your infiltration into their phone network. You are getting better every time. It would be just amazing having the possibility to speak during their scam calls. You could very easily save millions of dollars and much unwanted suffering to those poor victims.
    Maybe soon you will find someone who can help you with that too 🍀🤞
    Keep up the great work Angel Ben, we need you big time. 💪😇👏🍀🙏

  • @candyparent2483
    @candyparent2483 2 роки тому +76

    Great job Pleasant Green! You were a great addition to the People's call center!! Keep saving the unsuspecting victims of these scams!😘😍🤗

  • @2wayzplayz179
    @2wayzplayz179 2 роки тому +31

    This was perfect! Instead of stopping a few scams, now you stopped all scams in a call center and it’s just perfect. Having access to their admin system allows you to do so much and stop all the scams that they have going. Tremendous work and hopefully that Serbian kid can help you out more in the future.

    • @scrollingdownonlytofindcom2663
      @scrollingdownonlytofindcom2663 2 роки тому

      @@xandro8309 are you the guy who helped Ben out? Great work!

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      @@xandro8309 How come you have two subscribers, with no content?
      Surely you would have some fascinating videos by now?
      Created account 2018, so you were 13, that's underage as far as YT goes...

  • @Tim.Weaver
    @Tim.Weaver 2 роки тому +9

    I've enjoyed watching your videos for years, but seeing you get access to a scammer's phone network and disrupting their "business" is the most exciting development yet! 👍

  • @Larka661
    @Larka661 2 роки тому +11

    Seriously, you either need a TV show or open a corporation where you and others could help people that don't know about these scams. Maybe we can get the scammers out of business and exposed

  • @canis_machina7280
    @canis_machina7280 2 роки тому +11

    Me: **Looking around at WalMart to buy a BassProShop gift-card for fathers day**
    Pleasant Green: **Grabs me by the shoulders, shakes me and screams** "ARE YOU OKAY?! WHO IS MAKING YOU DO THIS???!"

    • @SpaceCadet4Jesus
      @SpaceCadet4Jesus 2 роки тому +2

      You: The FISH.!!...the FISH are making me do this, please help! My father's addiction to FISHHHH...! ARGGGHHHH!

  • @TotallyAlisa
    @TotallyAlisa 2 роки тому +125

    The scammers get scared every time! Seeing them mad is hilarious because they have nothing to say afterwards lmao

    • @jojisewage5619
      @jojisewage5619 2 роки тому +7

      Right? they are rlly scared and they just insult you lol

    • @queenofdeeznuts6408
      @queenofdeeznuts6408 2 роки тому +4

      😂😂

    • @peep346
      @peep346 2 роки тому +4

      This is not scam ok give me your credit card information and funny digits on the back 🙂

    • @TotallyAlisa
      @TotallyAlisa 2 роки тому +3

      @@peep346 Lmfao fr tho

    • @josephh891
      @josephh891 2 роки тому +9

      It says a lot about people who from thousands of miles away will call elderly and vulnerable people to try and steal their life's savings. I've always wondered why it's the same people that do it over and over, and am now convinced that some kinds of people are just designed that way. Some would argue that it's due to poverty, terrible living conditions and desperation, but that would mean over half the world would do the same, but they don't. Given that millions of people from there, and not just the "criminals", but people from all walks of life, do this daily 24/7, tells me that it's something cultural. All cultures value certain things, but here we have one that values stealing and dishonesty. It's hard to imagine, and harsh to say, but true. Many people I've spoken to who have immigrated from india tell me that bribery, payoffs, lying and cheating are just a way of life. It's just sad all round.

  • @kitcat2559
    @kitcat2559 Рік тому +12

    Thank you lady bank teller for helping the person being scammed out, you really saved them big time

  • @WallyTony
    @WallyTony 2 роки тому +21

    I can't believe these scumbags. Thanks for helping all of us by messing with them.

  • @EternalTheWarrior
    @EternalTheWarrior 2 роки тому +4

    PleasantGreen, you’ve inspired me to mess with the scammers who contact me. I’ve used many of your tactics such as grabify and editing photos. I have everything documented, and eventually got the scammer to send me his personal PayPal account after I sent fake error messages from Bitcoin wallet and trust wallet. I successfully reported him to PayPal. I’m currently in the process of trying to get him to hold a pleasant green sign on an African street for some money. You rock 😂

  • @andeeharry
    @andeeharry 2 роки тому +7

    Had a funny phone call today from Microsoft technical department telling me that over $1,000 has been taken out of my bank account, because my Norton and my Netflix subscriptions need renewing, so that we can continue to watch Amazon Prime for free.....imao....I love this....

    • @BoskiM
      @BoskiM 2 роки тому +1

      You should have played with them 😂

  • @user-op8fg3ny3j
    @user-op8fg3ny3j 2 роки тому +6

    Recently, a local shop got their email hacked and I received a message from the scammer pretending to be the merchant.
    I kept him entertained so that at the same time I could call the real owners up and inform them that they were compromised.

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому +1

      Well done, that's what it takes, someone to take notice and do something.

  • @delpinsky
    @delpinsky 2 роки тому +8

    It happened to me at work, once day, a guy came to ask for a pre-paid card which I knew it was frequently used by scammers, before bitcoin ransomware arrived to the scene. I asked this guy if he needed this kind of card because on his PC he received a pop-up asking for money... yes, it was that. So I advised him to go to the police to report the hack or go directly to a PC repair shop, or asking to some friend expert of PCs, to remove the trojan. People should be educated about this kind of scams, to avoid them and give no chances to scammers to win.

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      It is up to us, and people like you to educate, don't wait for "someone else", the Gov Depts are not going to get involved.
      Spread the word, lend a hand, like you did, thank you.

  • @ProfessorRetro1976
    @ProfessorRetro1976 2 роки тому +8

    That teller is life saver to that poor person who almost lost everything to a scammer, you and the whole scam baiting community are awesome

  • @blackph0enix
    @blackph0enix 2 роки тому +10

    I wish folks would stop acting as though you can use VPNs to bypass Netflix geo-location restrictions. Netflix can tell your using a proxy and will not allow you to play anything like that.

    • @dietrichdietrich7763
      @dietrichdietrich7763 2 роки тому +3

      VPN should be called Proxy Tunnels. Lol don't get me wrong it works but there is always more to it for anyone into the tech specs.

    • @dietrichdietrich7763
      @dietrichdietrich7763 2 роки тому +2

      VPNs are not entirely safe, they're open public servers to tunnel traffic by proxy location and ports. There is almost multi-tunneling encryption features that could enstrengthen connections theoretically that hasn't been entirely explored. I hope this little tid-bit in the tech-world read this one and could probably fix this patch up to work stronger to keep from spy-free from others using that server.

  • @rg1whiteywins598
    @rg1whiteywins598 2 роки тому +8

    Great that you tell people to talk to senior citizens at Walmart or wherever when you see them buying gift cards. Most older people will engage you, and be thankful for help.

  • @yasminemobley7858
    @yasminemobley7858 2 роки тому +61

    Hope you get to 1mil soon. These clowns out there who scam people for a living gives you quality content! I love watching bad guys getting stopped in their tracks.

  • @madeleineguenoun2384
    @madeleineguenoun2384 2 роки тому +26

    That was very sweet of you, to spend one hour with the victim. You are an amazing man thank you so much for everything you do 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️🥰

  • @PlanetZhooZhoo
    @PlanetZhooZhoo Рік тому +8

    Great work Pleasant Green! Heart of gold with the tech support. The scammers must have seen a dip in calls after you changed their front message.

  • @scambaitnaansense512
    @scambaitnaansense512 2 роки тому +22

    Just exactly what I needed today thank you for the hard work Pleasant Green 💚

  • @Clavichordist
    @Clavichordist Рік тому +5

    Well done! When I hear these calls, my stomach goes into knots until the person on the other side of the call is saved.
    Recently, I had some banking business that required a lot of cash. This was a legit transaction involving some house renovations and when I was taking the cash out of my savings I said to the teller, "No this isn't going to some scammers in India". She laughed and said "Don't get me going on those".

  • @nicktheninz
    @nicktheninz 2 роки тому +72

    The sad thing is that someone could create a viable business doing this but instead scammers decided to rob people of their choice in their time of need.

    • @TheMacyEnt
      @TheMacyEnt 2 роки тому +2

      Because the scammers are lazy

    • @LowTide941
      @LowTide941 2 роки тому +9

      @@TheMacyEnt greedy more than lazy.

    • @josephh891
      @josephh891 2 роки тому +12

      Yep. It says a lot about people who from thousands of miles away will call elderly and vulnerable people to try and steal their life's savings. I've always wondered why it's the same people that do it over and over, and am now convinced that some kinds of people are just designed that way. Some would argue that it's due to poverty, terrible living conditions and desperation, but that would mean over half the world would do the same, but they don't. Given that millions of people from there, and not just the "criminals", but people from all walks of life, do this daily 24/7, tells me that it's something cultural. All cultures value certain things, but here we have one that values stealing and dishonesty. It's hard to imagine, and harsh to say, but true. Many people I've spoken to who have immigrated from india tell me that bribery, payoffs, lying and cheating are just a way of life. It's just sad all round.

    • @clubnaked
      @clubnaked 2 роки тому +2

      It's so cold hearted, I would never be able to do anything like that, and live with myself and conscience no way.

    • @josephh891
      @josephh891 2 роки тому +1

      @@clubnaked IKR? Other "people think it's okay.

  • @chappygrey3603
    @chappygrey3603 2 роки тому +31

    This was a lot of fun to work on with you! The best part was getting the message that they shut down and were afraid to go back to work. So much more to come. Let's Go!

    • @Tim.Weaver
      @Tim.Weaver 2 роки тому +3

      I appreciate all your efforts working behind the scenes 👍

    • @artistknownaslisa2850
      @artistknownaslisa2850 2 роки тому +3

      Best result ever!!!

    • @Julia-uh4li
      @Julia-uh4li 2 роки тому +1

      Can I ask please, in what capacity did you work with Pleasant Green?

    • @prayforthellluminatiprayto2614
      @prayforthellluminatiprayto2614 Рік тому

      Gorgeous Women 🤗😇

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      Well done Chappy, huge respect, especially now I know the reason why.

  • @newmoonrising5151
    @newmoonrising5151 2 роки тому +3

    That Alicia had a very good American accent . Not American,though I could tell. That was great what u did! Great job! Good for the teller. Yes we must speak up. 👏🏻❤️✌️much support.

  • @CaptainToadUK
    @CaptainToadUK 2 роки тому +10

    I really like watching your videos because it's clear you're not just making click-bait and you're not just baiting the scammers but you're actually trying to help people. I think that's such a wonderful thing you do and you're such an amazing person for doing it. I'm sure you're don't do it for random people on UA-cam to tell you how great you are but I'm also sure that it must be pretty draining to see what you see all the time. So, I'd just like to say thanks for making the world a little better with each video

  • @loisdgilbert8639
    @loisdgilbert8639 2 роки тому +9

    That was a super good video ! It is so vile , creepy and appalling the way the scammers are now pretending to be from a person's bank. I can see why some people would fall for this, and you did a great job explaining how it works ! I'm glad that bank employees are learning about this scam and are able to warn potential victims. I love the voice mail message you created😆 "I'm 70 years old, I don't give a crap about porn" That was a great exchange from that person😂

  • @zabunko
    @zabunko 2 роки тому +3

    Finally some recognition from Serbia :D We have probably one of best IT dudes on planet... if only pay was right and they were not going overboard once they finish their studies.

  • @halodudecool
    @halodudecool Рік тому +4

    It always scares me when people buy big amounts of gift cards. I work customer service and as a cashier. Unfortunately scams are still pretty high.

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      Are management preventing you from helping?
      That makes them culpable, handling stolen money, assisting the scammers!

    • @halodudecool
      @halodudecool Рік тому

      @@stpfs9281 we cant technically get involved, we can ask if this for a gift or anyone asking over the phone.

  • @Sam.p3681
    @Sam.p3681 2 роки тому +6

    Lmao we called this number a few days ago to prank them and ended up messing with Kevin multiple times

  • @DarkSandmaN666
    @DarkSandmaN666 2 роки тому +2

    Bravo bratu koji je provalio u scam centar. Great video i am glad my Serbian guy is helped you :) Love your vids keep good work.

  • @Newo_46
    @Newo_46 2 роки тому +10

    I just love these videos this is amazing you are helping these people keep doing good Pleasant Green!

  • @jaybird46
    @jaybird46 2 роки тому +6

    Ben Dover making the world a better place, one scambait and one informative video at a time

  • @ratboygirl
    @ratboygirl 2 роки тому +33

    i don’t have a lot of things that make me angry but, man, these scammers targeting the elderly REALLYYYY gets to me
    especially hearing how distressed they get :(

    • @harry2.01
      @harry2.01 2 роки тому

      Scammers are brainwashed (or use this as some form of justification) into believing all elderly westerners are millionaires.

    • @oddpoppetesq.3467
      @oddpoppetesq.3467 2 роки тому +2

      Im the same. Im pretty chill about most things, but this shit does boil my blood....

    • @GuidoLoko
      @GuidoLoko 2 роки тому

      Same!! That and MF’s that abuse animals! 😤😤

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому +1

      You can help by spreading the word, education, warnings
      and help from a real person can make a difference.

  • @raglandlamont95
    @raglandlamont95 Рік тому +5

    You are great at what you do. I absolutely love your videos and stopping these scumbag scammers wish it was more people like you that actually help people.

  • @knit2getherinlove
    @knit2getherinlove 2 роки тому +3

    I am so glad the teller spoke up!! I am trying to wrap my head around why you would think the "bank" would tell the you to lie to your local branch of the bank? Wouldn't they let the local branch know there is a breach of the account? Unfortunately, It appears they use confusing quick double-speak to frighten the victim. My friend's dad who has demetia lost thousands of dollars twice to these terrible scammers.

  • @Leonardokite
    @Leonardokite 2 роки тому +7

    I'm lucky that I'm tech savvy and get at least some how scams work.....BUT, you take it to a new level with you amazing insider education. Thank you so much for what you do.

  • @MisterNatMan
    @MisterNatMan Рік тому +2

    so very well said at the end of this video, kind of touching actually. yes, very good advice that we should all follow, keep a lookout in public and if you happen to see someone confused or elderly grabbing a lot of gift cards or trying use bitcoin machine, it is worth the minute to go over and make sure they're okay.

  • @kanerocks44
    @kanerocks44 2 роки тому +21

    As a Hilti rep I'm glad you saved one of our customers!

  • @lankeshbisen
    @lankeshbisen 2 роки тому +20

    I'm from India and really sorry to know that these scams are happening from india good job sir keep it up

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      Would you be interested in proving translation for the Peoples Call Centre?

  • @seanycaufield6809
    @seanycaufield6809 2 роки тому +5

    So amazing to see the awareness the tellers end !!! I even noticed now my chase app has been giving warnings about scamming
    You all are heroes in my eyes and I believe we will eventually win this war!!

  • @Brigada91RealBriggy
    @Brigada91RealBriggy 2 роки тому +5

    goosebumps. when you call victims and really trying to help them out there.
    Another good deed! Life saving for them. Keep going!

  • @TubbyTv_UK
    @TubbyTv_UK 2 роки тому +4

    Mr present green salute you ❤ from 🇬🇧

  • @dillyduck8664
    @dillyduck8664 2 роки тому +6

    I did this where I work. The lady was buying like 5 steam cards and I was like bruh you don't look like a gamer at all. So I asked to help her. She told me to get lost and mind my own business. She looked super stressed so I felt I didn't help someone that day :(

    • @oliveryt7168
      @oliveryt7168 2 роки тому +1

      Maybe she was addicted to buying games afterall 😅

    • @dillyduck8664
      @dillyduck8664 2 роки тому +1

      @@oliveryt7168 she was messaging someone constantly and sitting there scratching off the codes and sending pictures. It was in front of Coles and I was mate come on :'(

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому +1

      @@dillyduck8664 You should have persisted and called for assistance!

  • @byroncollier4253
    @byroncollier4253 2 роки тому +7

    that bank teller is the true hero thank god for people like go beyond

  • @mala3isity
    @mala3isity 2 роки тому +5

    Great job, Ben. Two saved IRT and thousands of others with your tweaking.
    HUGE thanks to the 17 year old, you've picked a noble profession. Respect to crew.
    This is why I'm a fangirl. Heroes.

    • @Julia-uh4li
      @Julia-uh4li 2 роки тому +1

      @@xandro8309 Hey cool, what roll did you play in this video? Someone else in comments said she was also part of it. It's nice to hear from people that work with Pleasant Green.

  • @timothyback4235
    @timothyback4235 2 роки тому +4

    thank you, Mr. Green! You are doing excellent work. I love also that you actually spent time troubleshooting for the scammed individual you'd intercepted. Good job.

  • @crispyspa
    @crispyspa 2 роки тому +3

    I've said it before and I'll say it again, you deserve way more subscribers for all the good you do! Keep up the good work!

  • @judahoakes1832
    @judahoakes1832 Рік тому +3

    Hope this channel grows.

  • @joshuapatton448
    @joshuapatton448 2 роки тому +2

    Im a chasier at Walmart and I see this all the time with apple gift cards and a few other cards that I have to ring up and usually I wait to hear how much they wanna put on the card or cards and if its an outrageous amount especially with multiple cards, I will ask to see what they r for and usually if it's an obvious one then I notify them that it's fake and they r trying to be scammed so that way I can be sure to do my part to help out people that ik will probably fall for stupid scam call people that deserve nothing but the worst in their life becuase they think that this is ok to do when it's never ok and it has costed people their lives because they couldn't deal with the loss or the pressure was to much and they off themselves and its very sad and heart breaking

  • @SayedAli-gq8bl
    @SayedAli-gq8bl 2 роки тому +3

    I wonder if UA-camrs on limited budget could stop scammers, then how come governments don’t do much?

  • @ST241189
    @ST241189 Рік тому +2

    You are a hero. This was so awesome. And it was so nice to hear, that the lady from the bank saved the old ladys money. These scammers are so horrible. I've been watching a lot of this kind of videos and i know that they are not all doing it willingly, but still. It's horrible.
    And that line "You got outsmarted by a 17 year old kid from serbia". I had a hard time stopping from laughing 🤣🤣🤣🤣
    Love your content. Keep up the good work

  • @pezz779
    @pezz779 Рік тому +4

    Well done mate you guys do a great job helping people out and stopping scammers you guys put a smile on a old man's face Respect from Oz

  • @plazas1242
    @plazas1242 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for all you do Pleasant Green ,
    God Bless you. 🙏✝️🕊

  • @danielchao6041
    @danielchao6041 Рік тому +1

    Hey Pleasant Green, teach me how to track down scammers with the text message they send to us. I believe we can track their phone number or sth like that. JUSTICE PREVAILS!!!!

  • @DronSombor
    @DronSombor Рік тому +3

    I've never commented on your videos,but closely watching every video you make,and putting all your efforts to stop those scammers stealing from innocent people. I've decided to leave the comments because I'm from Serbia. I really appreciate your dedication to save All these people. Fully support you and will continue to watch all your excellent videos. If there's more people like you, the world would definitely be a better place. Thank you.

  • @Markittoesp
    @Markittoesp Рік тому +2

    You and Jim Are the best, I always waste scammers time every time they call.

  • @davidrofulowitz7538
    @davidrofulowitz7538 2 роки тому +4

    This was a joy to watch, and it was great to see both you and the bank teller prevent from those folks from getting robbed by those thieves, Pleasant Green. The work you and other scambaiters do is truly appreciated!

  • @melissamcclain34
    @melissamcclain34 2 роки тому +3

    Loved the replacement Microsoft greeting you created 😂😂 Wish more bank tellers were as cautious as the lady in your video !! Thanks for all you do to make the world safe from scammers!!!

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      Every transaction needs to be double-checked, even if it upsets people.

  • @korab.23
    @korab.23 Рік тому +1

    oh she's good... she isnt American but she has done a LOT of work on her accent. there are some words you can hear it. very subtle.

  • @eyupchuck1235
    @eyupchuck1235 2 роки тому +4

    Well played Ben! Great video.
    When you said the teller had spoken to the victim I had goosebumps. So good. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💙💙 x

  • @RobbyLayton
    @RobbyLayton 2 роки тому +2

    I get sucked in to these videos! Very glad that man and woman didn’t get scammed!

  • @JA-tu3iu
    @JA-tu3iu 2 роки тому +9

    Nothing but respect for this guy.

  • @brittanyraymond2579
    @brittanyraymond2579 2 роки тому +3

    I work as a teller….omg “I’m buying a car” is the most common response😢

  • @michellemorningstar880
    @michellemorningstar880 2 роки тому +2

    Wow That Was Epic So glad you help so love your video thanks so very much for what you do...yes i get them on my home phone saying my amazon account been charge 2000.00 of an iphone just laugh as i watch all of these video thanks Pleasant Green Keep up the awesome work you do.....

  • @Flac0921
    @Flac0921 2 роки тому +3

    Is Amazing how you took time of your day to help the gentleman that was about to get scammed with his computer issues... is good to know there's still good people like you...

  • @sendveetch
    @sendveetch Рік тому +2

    Excellent advice at the end of the video about warning people buying gift cards or using Bitcoin ATM! We can at least help some people

  • @nostalgicumbry3279
    @nostalgicumbry3279 2 роки тому +3

    My grandma got scammed like this, sadly i didn't think about it, I tried to call her at 8-9pm and she said she was talking to the bank (What bank is open at 8-9pm, idk but that should have been a red flag, but i didnt catch it). They told her to go to target to get some gift cards, the cashier refused to sell her the gift cards and told her it was a scam. My grandma didn't believe it, she went to get the gift cards at another place. She did end up getting some of the money back from her actual bank though, but not all of it.

    • @riverjordan2725
      @riverjordan2725 Рік тому

      TD Bank opens at 8:30 AM. 😏

    • @nostalgicumbry3279
      @nostalgicumbry3279 Рік тому

      @@riverjordan2725 i"m talking about 8pm love, TD bank is way beyond closed by then

  • @Judaea98
    @Judaea98 2 роки тому +2

    THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO PLEASANT GREEN.
    YOU ARE SERIOUSLY SUCH AN AMAZING PERSON AND I THANK YOU FOR HELPING OUT ALL THESE PEOPLE FROM THESE BAD TERRIBLE FRAUDSTERS OYYY! IM SO THANKFUL TO HEAR A MAN LIKE YOU IS STEPPING UP AND TAKING ACTION TO THESE .. THEIR ISNT A NAME DIRTY ENOUGH FOR THEM THATS WHAT. THEY ARE SOME OF THE WORST PEOPLE TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS TO ANYONE ESPECIALLY ELDERLY :( THIS IS HEARTBREAKING THESE CONVERSATION'S THAT'S WHY IM SO THANKFUL WHEN YOU STEP IN TO STOP THEM.
    I JUST WANT TO THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO ONCE AGAIN BECAUSE TRULY YOUR AN AMAZING MAN.
    PLEASE DON'T EVER STOP WHAT YOUR DOING ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @wildflower9041
    @wildflower9041 2 роки тому +5

    Appreciate all you do. Great work! Thank you!

  • @jaylenholle2032
    @jaylenholle2032 Рік тому +2

    “ For porn ??!!! I’m 70 years old I don’t give a crap about porn ”😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @pippa3150
    @pippa3150 2 роки тому +3

    Ben you are an absolutely fantastic human being. ❤❤❤

  • @Nathan0knapp
    @Nathan0knapp Рік тому +2

    Good work Sam! Your videos alway make me laugh and have a feel good message in them. Keep up the Good work

  • @Plarndude
    @Plarndude 2 роки тому +3

    These videos need to be playing 24/7 at banks and stores.

  • @Sarcophagus74
    @Sarcophagus74 Рік тому +2

    You are awesome for saving people. You are up there with first responders! Thank you for your service.

  • @octavianbulai4265
    @octavianbulai4265 2 роки тому +6

    Pleasant Green is one of my favourite youtubers. i do watch his videos daily for educational reasons and i always have something to learn from him. The people like him must be more promoted than those who make tacky content. Do you even realise this guy is more useful than 80% teachers from school? He is like a teacher. Ly man!

  • @dougiebell9944
    @dougiebell9944 2 роки тому +2

    If you get a message like that, it will most likely lock up your computer. Just power it off.

  • @sensiblename295
    @sensiblename295 2 роки тому +3

    You're the best of all these who fight the scammers.

  • @dimitrilitovsk2372
    @dimitrilitovsk2372 2 роки тому +1

    I will say, I've pulled out 500$ for rent once and the tellers asked me why I needed it and who it was for. I know my landlord and I don't use computers often so I wasn't being scammed, but it was refreshing to have them ask because some people do get screwed over

  • @chriswoodboogernelson2395
    @chriswoodboogernelson2395 2 роки тому +8

    I absolutely love the work you & the rest of the people from The Peoples Call Center do. I only wish that there were more people that did this kind of stuff. I know some people have YT channels and just bait them but you guys actually help people. Great job

  • @LUribe408
    @LUribe408 2 роки тому +2

    I used to work for Bank of America for 7 years and I stopped hundreds of frauds. Check, Wire, Cash, transfers frauds you name it.

  • @SpringN282
    @SpringN282 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for everything you do. Warms my heart to know that you and the others protect our elderly from these scumbags!

  • @deadslash736
    @deadslash736 2 роки тому +2

    You can't be having the discord Chime in your video. You got me good, you sob.

  • @hYd420
    @hYd420 2 роки тому +5

    Man I just found out my brothers buddies parents got hit for 20k from a hey grandpa call scammer. I was furious when I heard this because I’ve been watching all the scam baiters on yt for years including yourself and everyone else in this group on yt. I tell everyone about the scams and the channels but yet it still gets close to my family Wich really pisses me off. These scammers need to be stopped seriously. Thank you for your time and effort you put in . Thank you 🙏

    • @stpfs9281
      @stpfs9281 Рік тому

      They missed your memo?
      Keep spreading the word, it all makes a difference.