Banks block accounts and withhold funds without providing any reason
Bank customers find their accounts blocked and funds inaccessible with no explanation provided by representatives, leaving them unable to pay bills or access their money. Citibank and other major lenders cite internal policies that prevent disclosure of the specific reason for the block. Consumers have no appeal process and no timeline for resolution, creating acute financial hardship.
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