Discover how Rob Vince allegedly uses the name of the New York Mellon Corporation to scam unsuspecting victims. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
Who is Rob Vince?
Rob Vince is a name currently circulating in scam reports involving fraudulent financial activities. Posing as a representative of the well-known New York Mellon Corporation (often confused with BNY Mellon), he attempts to lure individuals into fake investment or financial schemes.
It’s important to note: New York Mellon Corporation is not a legitimate company, but a twist on the name of the legitimate bank BNY Mellon — a tactic scammers often use to create a false sense of trust.
How the Scam Works
Victims report being contacted by Rob Vince via email, LinkedIn, and even fake official-looking letters. He promises high-yield investment opportunities or assistance with international transactions — but first, he demands upfront “processing fees” or “taxes.”
Once the money is sent, the scammer disappears.
Common elements of this scam include:
- Unsolicited communication claiming urgent financial opportunities.
- Requests for sensitive personal information.
- Upfront fees disguised as “clearance costs” or “account activation fees.”
Warning Signs to Watch For
If you encounter Rob Vince or any individual claiming to represent New York Mellon Corporation, be cautious of these red flags:
- Poorly written emails with urgent demands.
- Requests for wire transfers or payment in cryptocurrency.
- Suspicious-looking websites or fake company letterheads.
- Pressure to act quickly without verifying credentials.
Always independently verify any company and individual before transferring money or sharing personal details.
Real New York Mellon vs. Fake Scams
The real BNY Mellon (The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation) is a global investment company headquartered in New York. They do not conduct unsolicited outreach for investments or require upfront fees.
Scammers like Rob Vince exploit the reputation of established institutions by tweaking the name just enough to confuse victims.
What to Do If You’ve Been Targeted
- Do not send money or share banking details.
- Report the incident immediately to authorities such as the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) or Action Fraud (UK).
- Notify the real BNY Mellon to make them aware of the scam.
- Warn others by sharing this information on scam forums and social media.
Final Thoughts
Rob Vince’s scam using the fake New York Mellon Corporation name is a textbook example of modern financial fraud.
Stay vigilant, verify everything, and remember: if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Stay safe and share this warning to help protect others!
This is known as the Advance Fee Scam, you should never send them any money or reply to them. The reply email is: [email protected] and the email appears to originate from [email protected].
From: German.
Sent: Friday, April 18, 2025 19:42
Subject: Attn
Attn: you Online payment.
The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation commonly known as BNY is an American international financial services company headquartered in New York City.
Your payment of $11.5 Million USD has been released and deposited with
Bank NEW YORK Mellon Corporation under care of Rev. Gnochi Peter , for
immediate release to you via Online Account whereby you can make
transfers by yourself to any account of your choice. Kindly contact
Bank New York Mellon manager now here:
But the bank has also stated that before you transfer your funds of
the USD $11.5 Million today to your account you well make the fee sum
of the $25.00 Once the payment of $25.00 has been received, then the
Bank NEW YORK Mellon will send your TRANSFER CODE/TRANSFER PIN to you which you would use to make the final transfer to any bank for
yourself.Contact full Information Below.
Full Name:::
Home Address:::
Country:::
P.O. Box Address:::
Postal Address:::
Telephone Number:::
Age and Sex:::
Please I you alive or Dead Question if you alive life reply this
message and forward with your Contact full Information to you received
your online transfer fist payment of US$8000.00 in 1hours as soon as
your message is received today and try to get the $25.00 fee to buy a gift card Apple iTune.
Mr. Robin Vince ,
Thank you