Is 'Mrs Oxxxx Trader Recovery Company & Foundation' legit? They say they can get my money back from a pig butchering scam.

Oh Jacob, I'm so sorry you're going through this again. It's truly heartbreaking when these fraudsters pile on the misery. From what you've described, especially the unsolicited contact and the request for an 'onboarding and due diligence fee,' this has all the hallmarks of a classic recovery scam. In my experience working with scam victims here in Ras Al Khaimah and regionally, legitimate recovery services rarely, if ever, ask for money upfront before they've even assessed the full scope of your case or secured any funds. A 'Foundation' aspect is often used to add a layer of credibility or even charity, which can be very manipulative.

These scammers often get victim lists from the original fraudsters or from dark web forums, which is why they know specific details about your loss. That's a huge red flag, not a sign of their legitimacy. Please, do not send them any money. Once you pay them, they'll either disappear or keep demanding more fees until you run out of funds or realize it's a scam. Your best bet remains with official channels like the FBI IC3, local law enforcement, or legitimate financial institutions. It's tough, but don't fall for the second wave.

Jacob, I'm so incredibly sorry this happened to you. Pig butchering scams are just awful. And then to be targeted again? That's just cruel. Please, please listen to what Maryam said. Any company asking for an upfront fee to 'recover' your lost money is almost certainly a scam. They prey on your hope and desperation. I've seen it happen countless times to people in Atlanta. These are called 'recovery scams' for a reason – they 'recover' your money, but for *themselves*. It's a horrible cycle. Hang in there, and don't give them another dime.

Honestly, the name 'Mrs Oxxxx Trader Recovery Company & Foundation' sounds like something cooked up by a 12-year-old on Google Translate. No legitimate financial recovery firm or foundation would have such a clunky, vague name. And the 'testimonial video'? lol. That's so easy to fake. It's a huge red flag. Unsolicited contact + upfront fee = scam. Always. Don't fall for it, Jacob. You've already been through enough.

As someone who sees a lot of these kinds of things happening here in SA, especially with all the crypto hype, this sounds super dodgy. The 'foundation' part is a common trick to make them seem trustworthy, like they're doing it for good or something. But the moment they ask for an upfront 'due diligence' or 'onboarding' fee, your scam alarms should be blaring. Legit firms take a percentage *after* they recover funds, not before. Seriously, step away from that email. It's another trap.

Oh my god, this is exactly what happened to me after I lost money to an investment scam. I was so heartbroken, and then this 'recovery' firm contacted me. They also knew a bunch of details, which made me think they were legit. They asked for a 'legal processing fee' to get started. I was so desperate, I paid it. Then they asked for another 'tax clearance fee'. And another for 'international transfer insurance'. I ended up losing another 5k euros trying to get back my original loss. Please don't be me, Jacob. It's another scam. They just want to drain you dry.

Jacob, this is a classic move from these awful people. They target victims precisely because they know you're vulnerable and desperate. The fact they mentioned specific details about your loss isn't because they're good investigators; it's because they got your information from the original scammers or a list of victims. Think about it: if they're so good at recovering money, why do they need *your* money to start? It makes no sense. Don't fall for it. You've already suffered a major loss; don't let them make it worse. Focus on self-care and block their communication.

Huge red flag right there: 'unsolicited contact' + 'upfront fee'. That's literally the definition of a recovery scam. They often use names like 'Foundation' or 'Institute' to sound more official and trustworthy. It's a tactic to exploit your trust and desperation. Do not engage. Report them to the FBI IC3 too, if you can, and block their emails. The best thing you can do is cut all contact. They feed on your hope. Stay strong, Jacob.

Ugh, Jacob, this hits home. I'm also in Toronto and lost a chunk of change a while back, though not to pig butchering, thankfully. After that, I got like three different emails from 'recovery specialists' or 'blockchain forensic experts' asking for fees up front. Every single one was a scam. The details they knew were eerie, almost like the original scammers were sharing notes, which they probably do. It's truly sick. Don't give them a cent. My partner helped me see sense when I was super vulnerable. Lean on your support system and ignore these vultures.

Anyone promising to recover your lost funds, especially from crypto, and asking for an upfront fee is almost certainly a scammer trying to hit you a second time. The 'Foundation' bit is just window dressing. If they were truly successful, they'd take a percentage from the *recovered* funds. This is basic business. Why would they risk their reputation on a small 'onboarding fee' if they're about to recover a large sum for you? It doesn't add up. Cut contact, Jacob. Protect what you have left.

Yeah, Jacob, I agree with everyone else here. My cousin in Cape Town fell for a forex scam and then got hit by a 'recovery expert' asking for a 'court filing fee.' Lost even more money. These guys are bottom feeders. They know you're emotional and desperate, so they hit you when you're down. A legitimate recovery service simply wouldn't operate like that. No upfront fees. If someone needs money from you to 'get your money back,' that's a scam. Full stop.

Hold up. 'Mrs Oxxxx Trader Recovery Company & Foundation'? Sounds like a classic 'recovery scam' preying on victims. These groups *get* your details from the original scam or data breaches, then contact you. They *know* about your loss because they're part of the same ecosystem. The 'onboarding fee' is the real kicker. They won't recover anything; they'll just take that fee and disappear.

NEVER pay upfront fees for recovery services. Legitimate ones, if they even exist and can operate, take a percentage *after* funds are returned. If you want to report this new attempt, you can try the FTC in the US, or Action Fraud in the UK if you have any UK links. But honestly, the odds are slim. Focus on securing your remaining accounts.

Oh wow, that sounds incredibly painful. I lost a lot to a similar scam last year – felt like losing my job and savings all at once. My husband was so angry, and I felt so stupid. I almost fell for a recovery scam too, they called me a few weeks after the main one. Said they worked with the 'global banking regulators'. They wanted money for 'legal paperwork'. I nearly sent it. Thank goodness I spoke to my sister first, she said it smelled fishy.

I know it's hard, but please be super careful. These recovery people are often scammers too. They're so good at sounding convincing when you're at your lowest point. My tip? If anyone asks for money upfront to get YOUR money back, it's almost certainly a scam. Don't send it.

Ugh, 'Mrs Oxxxx Trader Recovery'? Yeah, that name rings alarm bells. The whole thing sounds like a textbook setup. How did they get your details if they're legit? That's the first red flag. And 'onboarding and due diligence fee'? Why would they need a fee *before* doing anything? Most legitimate services operate on contingency – they get paid if they succeed, and it comes out of the recovered amount.

I'd treat this with extreme suspicion. The fact that they *know* about your loss is likely because they're either connected to the original scammers or bought your data from a breach. Definitely do not pay them anything. It's more likely you'll just lose more money.

Right, so I've seen this sort of thing pop up before. My mate got hit by a crypto scam last year, lost a fair bit. A few months later, he got an email from a 'fund recovery specialist' – sounded very official, like the one you're describing. They wanted a 'processing fee' upfront. He was tempted, desperate like you said, but I told him to hold on. We looked them up, and all the reviews were fake, or they'd disappeared after taking the fee.

It's a common second-stage scam. They target people who have already lost money. If you want to report *this* company, maybe check with Action Fraud here in the UK, or the FTC if you're in the US. They keep databases of these operations. Just be very, very cautious.

I'm so sorry you're going through this. Losing money like that is devastating, and it's completely understandable that you'd grasp at any straw. It's awful that these scammers exist, and even worse that they target people who've already been victimized.

Please trust your gut feeling. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. These recovery companies are often just another scam. Don't let them take advantage of your situation. Reporting to IC3 and local police is the right first step. Sometimes, even if it feels silent, investigations are happening behind the scenes. Keep all the evidence you have.

Wow, this is eerily similar to what happened to me last year. I lost about $30k to a forex scam that promised insane returns. Felt like a total idiot. About two months after I reported it to the FBI and basically gave up hope, I got an email from something called 'Claims Justice'. They said they specialize in recovering funds from forex and crypto scams. They had all my details too, even the fake broker's name. They wanted a 'security deposit' to start. I was *so* close to paying it. My wife had to physically stop me, she said 'there's no way they magically got your money back'. Luckily, I listened. Claims Justice turned out to be a scam themselves. They took my deposit and vanished. So yeah, tread very carefully with 'recovery' companies. They're usually just more predators.

Oh no, that's such a horrible situation to be in. It’s completely natural to want to get your money back, and to be hopeful when someone offers a solution. But please, please be careful. Many of these recovery services are actually just a second scam. They target people like you who are feeling desperate.

I know it’s tough when you’ve lost so much. Reporting to the FBI IC3 is good. If you're in the Netherlands, you can also report scams to the ACM (Authority for Consumers & Markets). They don't recover money, but they track these things. Just remember, if they ask for money upfront, that’s a huge red flag. Stay safe!

This is a very common follow-on scam, unfortunately. Scammers often harvest data from previous victims, or there are data breaches that expose victim lists. When 'Mrs Oxxxx Trader Recovery Company & Foundation' contacts you with specific details, it's a sign they likely obtained that information from a compromised source, not through legitimate investigative means. The request for an upfront fee is the primary indicator of a recovery scam. Legitimate efforts to recover funds, which are rare and difficult, typically operate on a success-based commission model, meaning they only get paid if they successfully recover your money, and their fee is a percentage of the recovered amount. Never pay upfront fees.

For reporting purposes, if you have any connection to the US, the FTC is the primary agency. In the UK, it's Action Fraud. They maintain records of these fraudulent operations. Be extremely wary of any company promising guaranteed or high success rates for fund recovery, especially if they require payment before any work is demonstrably done.