Spa Repair Owner Arrested for Fraud: Victims Speak Out

Allegations of Fraud Against Spa Repair Owner

• 🎯 Joseph Klyber, owner of Soothing Water Spa Repair LLC, has been arrested by the Hernando County Sheriff's Office on fraud charges.
• ⚠️ Klyber is accused of defrauding individuals out of thousands of dollars through his spa and hot tub repair service.
• 🔍 The Sheriff's Office is seeking additional victims in Citrus and Hernando counties.

Victim Experiences and Losses

• 💔 Terresa Keith claims she lost nearly $4,000 after Klyber failed to complete repairs, providing a bounced check as a refund.
• 💸 Jennifer Ullette lost approximately $500 and three hot tubs from her vacation rentals, receiving temporary blow-up hot tubs as a substitute.
• 🗣️ Victims describe Klyber as charming and engaging, making their sense of betrayal deeper, with one victim considering him a friend.

Red Flags and Advice

• 🚩 Professional scammers may use high-pressure sales tactics and ask for cash payments upfront, according to the Better Business Bureau.
• 🤥 Klyber allegedly used excuses, fake voicemails, and text messages citing mental health struggles to delay or avoid completing services.
• 🤝 Consumers are advised to vet service providers thoroughly, especially when referred by other businesses.

Legal Proceedings and Accountability

• ⚖️ Klyber is facing charges for unlicensed contracting and defrauding customers.
• 🗓️ His next court date for this arrest is scheduled for November 3rd.
• 📜 Klyber also faces a felony probation in Wisconsin for issuing bad checks.
• 📞 Anyone with information about potential victims is encouraged to call Crimestoppers.