BBB Cleveland warns Northeast Ohio residents about deceptive ‘private investigator’ notices left on doors: Don’t call the number

CLEVELAND — The Better Business Bureau (BBB) in Cleveland is warning Northeast Ohio residents about a deceptive door hanger claiming to be from a “private investigator” that is circulating across the region.

According to BBB, the flyers are often printed on fluorescent orange or green cardstock and feature a bold “URGENT!” headline. The door hangers claim an investigation is being conducted under “ORC 4749.0” and instruct residents to immediately call a listed 1-866 phone number.

BBB Cleveland said when staff called the number on the flyer, it was connected to an unrelated party, not a licensed private investigator or company…

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