Why Work Never Even Began

I accepted deposits for online services I never intended to deliver. The harm affected individuals and small businesses relying on the work. I communicated professionally and issued invoices. I concealed the lack of progress by providing updates and revised timelines. I benefited financially and ended contact once pressure increased. Complaints were made to platforms but treated separately. The site was taken down and replaced elsewhere. The deposits were never refunded and the work was never started.