LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Better Business Bureau is warning Kentuckians about scams on bourbon retail websites and social media accounts.
According to a news release, people in Kentucky and Indiana have reported websites that appear to be legitimate and claim to offer high-end bourbons, wines and liquors at low prices. After purchasing the product, the buyer never received the item, were given incorrect or fake tracking umbers and couldn't get in contact with the company for a refund.
BBB said victims have lost hundreds of dollars on the sites.
“I tracked the shipment over a day or so, and then got a notice saying it was 'on hold' pending an additional $180 insurance payment I needed to make," a victim said to BBB. "This payment would supposedly be refunded after delivery. I inquired about the need for insurance with both the shipper and the seller, via email, and was told by both of them to just pay it."
BBB said consumers should know the advertiser or company before purchasing products. BBB also recommends people to check a website's security settings and to protect personal information.
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