Oskaloosa had one scam report for the week ending July 25, 2026, the Better Business Bureau reported.
The city had the same number of reports as the prior week.
One report included dollar amounts for the week, totaling $980 in reported losses.
The largest reported loss, $980, involved an online purchase scam. The report stated: “I contacted them through their site and they emailed me. I bought a kitten and never received it.”
BBB Scam Tracker lets consumers search reported scams and share their own experiences to help others recognize similar schemes. The BBB says it reviews each report before publication and does not publicly display the reporter’s name or personal contact information.
Reports of fraud have continued to show large financial losses nationwide. The Federal Trade Commission said consumers reported losing more than $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024, a 25% increase from the previous year.
| Date | Scam type | Reported loss |
|---|---|---|
| July 19 | Online Purchase | $980 |