Identity Theft Loan Fraud

Summary

Lisa Lees husband was a victim of identity theft where his information was used to secure a loan. They informed the loan company but not the police. They were advised to report the identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and gather evidence such as phone records, computer logs, or CCTV footage to prove his innocence. They were also advised to consider hiring a digital forensics expert to trace the fraudsters digital activities.

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My husband has had someone use his information to get a loan. Now the company is coming after us.
Did you report this identity theft to the police and the loan company? It's crucial to do so immediately to protect your rights.
Not the police but we did inform the loan company that it was not him
Have you considered filing a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the identity theft?
No we havent
It's important to report identity theft to the FTC. This can help protect your rights and potentially aid in resolving the issue.
How do we prove that it wasnt him? The loan was done over the phone or internet
To prove it wasn't him, you could provide evidence of his whereabouts during the loan transaction. Also, consider checking for any digital footprints left by the fraudster.
How do we do that
You can gather evidence like phone records, computer logs, or CCTV footage. Also, consider hiring a digital forensics expert to trace the fraudster's digital activities.
Thank you
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