Consumer complaint received 2024-10-12 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
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XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Subject : Request for Removal of Fraudulent Accounts Metro 2 Data Dispute Dear Equifax Representative ; I am writing to formally dispute the fraudulent accounts on my credit report, which I believe have been added as a result of identity theft. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Metro 2 standard, I request that you take immediate steps to investigate and remove these inaccurate accounts from my report. 

Below are the details of the fraudulent accounts : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX As per the Metro 2 Format , all data furnishers must report credit information accurately and completely. I believe this account has been misreported for the following reasons : U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my hand written instructions. 15 U.S.C 1681i Section a : states that if the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in a consumers file at a consumer reporting agency is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly, or indirectly through a reseller of such dispute, the agency shall, free of charge, conduct a reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the disputed information is inaccurate and record the current status of the disputed information, or delete the item from the file if no documentary evidence is found in accordance with FCRA, before the end of the 7-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 

1. **Inaccuracy in Reporting** : The account information is not consistent with the records I have from the creditor. The dates, amounts, or status of the charge-off do not match my records.

2. **Compliance with Metro 2 Guidelines** : The reporting of this charge-off does not comply with the standards set by the Consumer Data Industry Association ( CDIA ) for the Metro 2 Format. Inaccurate or incomplete data reporting is a violation of these guidelines. 
3. **Fair Credit Reporting Act Violations** : Under the FCRA, specifically Section 611, consumers have the right to dispute inaccurate information on their credit reports. These collection/charge-offs are not substantiated by accurate records and should be removed to ensure compliance with federal laws. 

If you are unable to validate the debt within the allotted time frame or find inaccuracies in the reported information, I kindly request that you remove the fraudulent accounts from my credit report promptly. I emphasize that I am seeking fair and accurate reporting as mandated by the law. 

On top of information being invalid and fraudulent. I have reported and disputed the accounts multiple times, even called the company the account is through and tried to plea with them to remove it. The account is not mine, and I explained that to the credit companies and bureaus. It is negatively effecting my credit to where XXXX cant even get a credit card, loan, even as much as a auto loan myself. I have no car and cant get one because of these accounts. 

REMOVE THESE ACCOUNTS IMMEDIATELY! THEY HAVE NO REASON TO BE ON MY CREDIT. And are effecting my livelihood very negatively. 

Enclosed, please find copies of relevant documents to support my claim ( Drivers License, Utility Bill, Paystub & FTC Report ). 

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and expect a resolution within the 7-day period stipulated by the FCRA. Please confirm the removal of these fraudulent and send me an updated copy of my credit report once the investigation is complete. 

Thank you for your assistance. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX -DOB : XX/XX/XXXX -SSN : XXXX -- -

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief