Is "BP#8797946FIRST STOP" fraud?

Written by Ava Morales

June 18th, 2024

Medium Risk

What is "BP#8797946FIRST STOP"?

BP, also known as British Petroleum, has been in operation for over 110 years, having been established in 1909. It is an integrated oil and gas company that does business in all areas of the industry, including exploration, production, refining, distribution, and marketing. Other retail products include fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, lubricants, and petrochemical products used to make items like paints, clothes, and packaging. It also offers renewable energy solutions such as wind energy and biofuels.'

BP: Abbreviation for Bank Payment

#8797946: Transaction reference number or code

FIRST STOP: Transaction description or merchant name

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