Recovery center

Grounded first steps and warnings — not legal advice. Pair this with a structured scam report so our team can triage and match patterns safely.

Crypto scam response

Stop sending funds; rotate credentials if a platform was compromised.
Export transaction hashes, wallet addresses, and chat logs (redact personal IDs).
Report to your exchange and local cybercrime unit where available.

Bank & wire fraud

Call your bank’s fraud line immediately with dates and amounts.
Request recall / SWIFT investigation for wires when timing allows.
Preserve emails, SMS, and call logs that show misrepresentation.

Romance & social engineering

Cease contact with the scammer; do not accept new “helpers” from the same thread.
Document platform handles and payment trails.
Seek emotional support from trusted people or counselors — shame is a tactic.

Fake recovery agents

Anyone promising guaranteed return for an upfront fee is highly suspect.
Legitimate agencies do not ask for gift cards or crypto to “unlock” funds.
Report the new scam attempt to AVASC with prior case reference if you have one.

Evidence checklist

Chronological narrative (private report form)
Indicators: domains, numbers, wallets, transaction IDs
Screenshots and PDFs (upload after account creation where required)
Financial institution reference numbers

Authoritative reporting resources

Filing with the relevant U.S. agency creates an official record, helps investigators spot patterns, and is often required by banks or insurers. Filing with AVASC does not replace these — we encourage you to do both.