A warning about a gas giveaway scam

A warning about a gas giveaway scam

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Story Published: Nov 14, 2008 at 3:14 PM PST

Story Updated: Nov 21, 2008 at 4:44 AM PST

This is a press release courtesy of the Better Business Bureau

Free gas sounds good, but it could be a scam.

The Better Business Bureau has been informed of a scam concerning the Great Gas Giveaway.

Some consumers have received a card telling them they won a $300 gas card. The card says to send a money order for $29.95 and they will receive a gift card for $300 worth of gas.

Some consumers are also being referred to a 'Gas Giveaway' Web site. The Web site says consumers can also get a $1,000 Shopping Spree Gift Card.

Both the card and the Web site have the old version of the BBB logo and falsely claim to be a proud member of the BBB.

The BBB is unaware if this scam is active in Alaska, Oregon or Western Washington.

Consumers who are contacted regarding the Great Gas Giveaway can file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau online.

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