Same here. what is the name of scammer? John William?
Topic summary
Shopify store owners are experiencing persistent harassment from Nigerian scammers offering unsolicited store redesign and SEO services.
Core Problem:
- Scammers contact merchants through chat after they post ads (particularly on Pinterest)
- Blocking attempts fail as scammers return using different IP addresses and email accounts
- One merchant reports the same person returning “5 different ways with 5 different emails”
Financial Impact:
- Multiple users report being scammed, with losses including $400 for themes that were never purchased or properly installed
- Scammers charge for premium themes but don’t deliver, leaving merchants with website restrictions and financial losses
Identified Patterns:
- Specific scammer names mentioned: Sarah Daniel, John Williams, Wyatt, Gaty (Kenneth Donald), Adimoya, and Mark Mosen Olatunji
- Scammers claim 5+ years experience but have no social media presence
- They use VPNs to change IP addresses continuously
Current Status:
- Shopify has reportedly promised future blocking software, but no solution exists yet
- Merchants are developing workarounds: using Q&A format responses, stating they’re not taking sales/marketing inquiries
- Some users attempting to coordinate and share scammer information
- Nigerian scam reporting website referenced: https://www.efcc.gov.ng/efcc/channels-of-reporting-complaints-2
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