Consumer complaint received 2024-09-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX, Consumer XXXX : XX/XX/year> Contents of complaint : I am writing to file a formal complaint against XXXX XXXX, XXXX and TransUnion regarding their handling of a fraudulent bankruptcy entry on my credit report. This entry is the result of identity theft, and despite my efforts to resolve the issue directly with the credit reporting agencies, the problem persists unresolved. Below are the details of my complaint : Identity Theft Incident 1. Nature of Fraud : An unauthorized bankruptcy was filed in my name without my knowledge or consent. 2. Date of Discovery : XXXX XXXX XXXX. Impact : This fraudulent bankruptcy entry has severely damaged my credit report and financial standing, affecting my ability to obtain credit and maintain a positive financial profile. 
Actions Taken 1. Reporting the Incident : I filed an identity theft report with Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) ] Report Number XXXX. 
I have submitted a personal statement to the credit bureaus detailing the identity theft and requesting the immediate removal of the fraudulent bankruptcy entry. 
2. Dispute with Credit Bureaus : I have disputed the fraudulent bankruptcy entry with XXXX XXXX, XXXX and TransUnion under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, which mandates the blocking of information resulting from identity theft within four business days. 
I have notified the credit bureaus that I am opting out of information sharing and withdrawing any consent for the reporting of this fraudulent bankruptcy. 

Issues Experienced 1. Lack of Response and Action : Despite my disputes and identity theft report, the fraudulent bankruptcy remains on my credit report. Negligent Violation under 15 usc 1681o. 
The credit bureau has not removed the fraudulent information in a timely manner, as required by 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2. This section of the FCRA requires removal of such information within four business days.

The credit bureau has not provided adequate verification or a satisfactory explanation for the continued presence of the fraudulent bankruptcy entry.

2. Privacy Violations : The handling of my personal information appears to be inconsistent with privacy protections under 15 U.S.C. 6802 ( Opt-Out Right ) and 16 C.F.R. 313.7 ( Prohibition Against Disclosures to Nonaffiliated Third Parties ). My personal data has been improperly used, impacting my financial standing. 
3. Non-Compliance with Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : According to 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), consumer reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum accuracy of the information. The continued reporting of this fraudulent bankruptcy indicates non-compliance with this requirement.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief