I recently came across an article about a company called Ebury Capital. As I read through it, a chilling realization washed over me: I had been scammed. Determined to seek help and possibly pursue a chargeback, I reached out to the author of the article.
The experience started with a barrage of phone calls from an agent, S.W., who was very persuasive. He persistently pressured me to deposit over $2,000 and relentlessly asked for my bank details. After numerous calls, I gave in and transferred $290 NZ to get started. Although it might not seem like a large sum to some, it was significant to me. However, this amount was deemed insufficient by S.W., who continued to bombard me with calls, insisting that I was missing out on substantial profits.
The constant pressure and the incessant calls began to take a toll on my health. S.W. would dominate our conversations, ignoring my explanations that I had no more money to give and that I was unemployed. The $290 was charged to my credit card, an expense I couldn’t afford. The stress from these interactions left me feeling ill and overwhelmed.
I decided to withdraw my money and submitted a request. But unsurprisingly, I received no response, and the once relentless calls stopped altogether. The sudden silence only deepened my anxiety and feelings of foolishness. S.W. had been smooth-talking and manipulative, showing no regard for my circumstances. Now, with my money gone, I felt utterly duped.
I’ve attached the emails from S.W. for reference, hoping they would help in some way. This experience has been a harsh lesson, leaving me feeling sick with worry and regret. Sharing this story is difficult, but I hope it serves as a cautionary tale to others. Please be vigilant and protect yourself from falling into similar traps.
— V.C.
