Credit card fraud/identity theft - is this possible?

Question

Last week I realized that somebody's been using my credit card to load up on "pay as you go" cell phones (charging $20 every week). The credit card company said somebody actually swiped the card (as opposed to entering in the # online)--but ultimately took off the charges and issued me a new card.

The crazy thing is, as soon as I was issued a new card, the same charges (same amounts, same vendor) started to appear on another card I have (same credit card company).

I am dumbfounded on how this could happen... did someone steal my log-in password and took all of my credit card information?

Anyone have any thoughts or ideas?

Answer 1

I have to agree with bdancer

I worked with a girl who was stealing customers card numbers.

Yes, she got in a lot of trouble for it.  Thing is, if they're swiping your card, then WHO is in your home that would do it?

It happens.

Answer 2

Possibly both cards were read by the thief at the same time.  See if there are any vendors with whom you have dealt that have had access to both credit card numbers.

Answer 3

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To Be Stolen ?!!!

Go Now Where You Ordered These cards & Ask Them

to Stop Them Immediately & Also Ask What to Do in This

Case & Your Money How ever The Hope is Very Weak

To Get Any Dime Back !!!! Very Sorry for You ,,,

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Answer 4

You need to backtrack to find a pattern. What were your legit purchases right before the fraud started up again? I assume the credit card company issued a card with a different number. If you haven't used the card, it could be someone with the credit card company ripping you off.

Answer 5

Apparently someone that knows you knows your info as well. I suggest you put the account on fraud alert through Trans Union Fraud Dept. Their toll free # 1-800-680-7289. They will notify the other 2 bureau for you. Also give the fraud dept a contact number if and when something new shows up on the report. This is just a hunch, do you know anyone at Verizon?

Answer 6

Hmmm thats strange.

Maybe theres a place your going to or site that does it.

Answer 7

Who has access to your credit cards?  Do you have a stack in your sock drawer?  Better check all of them.

Sounds like someone at that particular vendor has managed to read your credit cards and create bogus copies.