Imagine finding out that your own mother has been using your social security number to open an account with an electric company, racking up over $5,400 in debt under your name, and not paying a single bill for two years! That’s exactly what happened to a 20-year-old man who was shocked and furious when he discovered the truth on Christmas Day. With his wedding and college plans on the line, he had to make a tough decision.
A Shocking Christmas Discovery

Hidden Truth Revealed

Furious and Panicked

Mom’s Outrageous Response

Twisted Accusations

Christmas Ruined?

Fiancé’s Support

Taking Drastic Action

Mom’s Reaction

Family Torn Apart

Friends’ Advice

Taking Responsibility

Edit: Seeking Answers ️

A Life-Changing Decision Made
After discovering his mom’s shocking betrayal, this young man was forced to make a life-changing decision. He chose to shut down the power to his mom’s house, despite the risk of being disowned and having his siblings turned against him. His friends suggest suing her, but he can’t bring himself to do it. Instead, he’ll take on the massive debt but close the account to prevent further damage. As he seeks answers from the electric company, we can only hope that he finds a way to rebuild his life and relationships. ✨
NTA discovers identity theft, seeks legal advice, and receives support

NTA, press charges and freeze credit ASAP. $5400 is a lot.

Report the crime to the police and power company immediately!

Protecting your credit score is important.

Protect yourself and your siblings from financial fraud

Student discovers mother stole electricity money, advised to report theft.

NTA! Identity theft by parents is unacceptable. Stand up for yourself.

Non-payment is serious! Don’t let your credit score suffer
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Mom can’t pay her own bills, but promises to pay for college?
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Power company employee exposes common ways people cheat the system

Debate over the plausibility of the story ensues

Identity theft by a parent is more common than you think

Doubts raised on the story’s authenticity, commenters share similar experiences.

Debt dilemma sparks sarcastic comment and no replies

Report mom’s fraud and identity theft. Don’t delete messages

Debt and family secrets lead to name-calling in comments

Redditor suggests seeking legal help instead of validation on Reddit.

Putting bills in your name? NTA, but mom is TA

Brother refuses to take on mom’s debt. NTA

Redditor accuses OP of lying for karma, calls YTA

Protecting siblings from identity theft. Lawsuit or fraud report?

Son confronts narcissistic mother for secret betrayal
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Debating the authenticity of the story

Report the fraud, don’t take on the debt!

Fraudulent mom gets what she deserves. NTA takes action.

OP is advised to press charges for fraud and lawyer up

Protect yourself from identity theft. NTA takes action

Outrage over shockingly high electric bill

Commenter advises brother to lock credit after mom’s deceit

Commenter questions validity of story, suspects shitpost

Commenter questions story’s credibility

Power company must be really lenient in her area

Curious commenter questions power company’s leniency with payments.

Shocking secret uncovered: NTA shuts down mom’s power account

Discovering mom’s identity theft makes OP NTA. Seek advice

Identity theft by mom? ESH and no karma here

NTA discovers mother used his SSN, commenters suggest legal action

Doubtful commenter calls out fake story with skepticism

NTA. Seek legal advice ASAP to prevent credit card fraud.

Supportive comment and reply suggest taking legal action for justice

NTA for shutting down mom’s power after discovering theft
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NTA, but report the fraud to the police ASAP to avoid credit issues

Hold her accountable! NTA takes action against law-breaking mother

Protect yourself from identity theft. Don’t pay the bills.
