Is "PAPA JOHNS #130-13" fraud?

Written by Gavin Brooks

June 18th, 2024

Medium Risk

What is "PAPA JOHNS #130-13"?

Papa John's has been in business since it was founded in 1984 by John Schnatter. The company operates as a pizza delivery and takeout restaurant chain. Its retail products include a variety of pizzas, breadsticks, cheesesticks, chicken wings, and desserts. The menu also offers various soft drinks and dipping sauces. Additionally, the company has expanded its product line to include specialty pizzas and limited-time offerings.

  • PAPA JOHNS: Merchant name
  • #: Separator indicating additional details follow
  • 130: Merchant identification number or location identifier
  • -13: Transaction or store-specific identifier

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