Is "SPRINT WIRELESS 888-RESTON" fraud?

Written by Ava Morales

June 18th, 2024

Medium Risk

What is "SPRINT WIRELESS 888-RESTON"?

Sprint Corporation was established in 1899. Over its period of operation, Sprint provided a range of telecommunication products and services. The company offered wireless voice, messaging, and broadband services through various devices including smartphones, hotspots, and tablets. Sprint also provided bundled service plans and managed services for businesses. In 2020, Sprint merged with T-Mobile US, resulting in the discontinuation of Sprint as an independent brand.

  • **SPRINT WIRELESS**: Name of the merchant or service provider
  • **888**: Prefix of the phone number associated with the merchant or service provider
  • **RESTON**: Location or associated headquarters of the merchant or service provider
  • Verify if this transaction is fraud in 30 seconds

    Verify With Receipt

    The best way to tell if this charge is fraudulent is to find the receipt. You may have an electronic copy of the receipt, which you can finding by searching in your email accounts for.
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    STEP 2

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    STEP 3

    Reconcile

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