Craigslist Scammers

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Attempt to purchase item from craigslist

by: moose
#632
Jan 23, 2016
Monetary Loss: $2

potential purchaser says they will forward money to my paypal account and there will be procedures for me to follow to get funds released.

Names reported:: Albert Anderson Jr
Phones reported:: 985-465-0480, 551-333-7388
Web/emails reported:: [email protected]

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Unresolved

These two people are suspicious!

by: lindawang
#653
Jan 23, 2016
Monetary Loss: $0

I put "room for rent" ads on Craig list. These people were quick responded their interests. I asked for only text message. One message went to me and asked for email back her-- Lulu Tao. She made a story, like she is half Chinese and half American, just graduated, would moved to my city. and she ask for some pictures and details and my personal information: such as full name, address. I emailed her back first without and suspicious.
Later I received an other email from Gift George, no phone or text message from her. She said she made up a exact same story, only difference was she was half Germany and half American. Two email later she asked me for same personal information. I didn't response. BUT, I BELIEVE SOME OTHER INNOCENT PEOPLE ARE CHEATED OUT AND SEND TO THEM MONEY OR GIVE IMPORTANT PERSONAL INFORMATION SUCH AS BANK ACCOUNT NO. TO THEM BY THEIR STEP BY STEP STORIES.

Added by lindawang on Jan 23, 2016 17:11 EST

This is Craig List Scam!

Names reported:: Lulu Tao, Gift George
Phones reported:: 469-251-2812
Web/emails reported:: [email protected]

Unresolved

This person is scamming people on Craig's List

by: Hrh1947
#662
Jan 24, 2016
Monetary Loss: $0

He sent me a stolen check from a bank in Georgia when attempting to purchase my furniture. He also attempted to persuade me to transfer money to him using the check. The bank informed me it was a scam, the check stole, and advised me not to cash. So I did not. I am lucky and want to stop him from scamming other people. Each of these people sent me the exact same email. Either they are the same person or are working together.

Names reported:: John Carnegie, Jeff Balmer, Ashley Bowler, Dhelweard Dikealadi
Phones reported:: 501-425-4318
Web/emails reported:: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]

Unresolved

I have been scammed by Milda Robinson

by: Steph1203
#686
Jan 25, 2016
Monetary Loss: $1720.00

This lady wanted to buy my laptop. She told me to take it off craigslist because she was going to buy it. So I did. She told me that she was going to send me a certified check from her husband's bank. I took it to the bank and come to find out it was fake. Made my account in the negatives. Don't trust anyone.

Web/emails reported:: [email protected]

Unresolved

Internet scam - Car selling on cragelist - Fake ebay email and invoice

by: Sachin
#694
Jan 25, 2016
Monetary Loss: $2000

I looked for a car on Craigslist and contacted seller. Seller said , we can do this via Ebay and i got an email from ebay motors( Exactly it is a scam) saying that i need to pay the amount with My Vanilla debit cards and payment would be secured till you you receive your car at your home... Scammer used the same format as ebay used. I caught the scam when i called Ebay call center from ebay site not from the number given by scammers. I have lost $2000. i can show proof for that .

Could you please help me how to proceed on this scam and is there any means by which i can get my money back from scammers.

Gmail - eBay Motors Invoice #143536614 Item_ 2007 Toyota Camry SE V6.pdf

Gmail - 2007 Camry on Craglist.pdf

Names reported:: Brenda Jenkins
Phones reported:: 321-209 8173, 801-218-2550
Web/emails reported:: [email protected]

Unresolved

Rav 4 white 2009

by: claudia
#706
Jan 26, 2016
Monetary Loss: $0

I saw the ad at Craigslist, she wants me to send half of the valor, car from texas will be here 2 days. Send order by ebay. I checked it does not exist. The person keep send email insisting to send the money.

Names reported:: Jessica Weiss
Phones reported:: 254-693-7469
Web/emails reported:: [email protected]

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Author: JimSlusher

Message: Listonmonica@gmail.com is a scammer also. Currently trying to sell a 2002 Chevy Tahoe for $2k with suspiciously low miles and immaculate condition. However, the tactics match the responses below.

Author: Karl Gielenfeldt

Message: soilagni@gmail.com and phone 330-227-8392 are connected... they are a scam #reportscam I posted on craigslist and get a text from this scammer.

Author: JMH21

Message: Info on roger johnson 814 658530

Author: Kelly

Message: I received a message from the same individual, Karl Gielenfeldt. he used the exact same message, word for word.

Author: W Shannon Best

Message: Presently, this person is selling a pontoon boat in Spokane wa. They have numerous email addresses. One can google any of them, and the come back with scam alerts...

Author: Keone Stevans

Message: sarah1970crt@gmail.com is a scam, trying to sell Acura TL for $1500

Author: Ms.T

Message: I really wish there were something that could be done about this. They're taking a lot from people family & homes. I lost my money ($1500) on My Birthday, which was July, of this year:(!!! If yall come up with any information on how these thieves can be stopped. Please let us know. ........Thanks!

Author: Kim Minlionica

Message: Robert Franklin, 805-633-8225 of Thousand Oaks CA is a scammer. But he didn't get me. Beware.

Author: Paloma delaLuz

Message: Silviadixon82@gmail.com has a current post on Craigslist for a 2011 Toyota Tacoma. I knew something was off as the price is ridicuosly low for this vehicle.

Author: Silence Dogood

Message: rachel.sumrell@hotmail.com selling a 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis in Orange County, CA for $500. Husband died scam. Phone is of course a Google phone: (512) 765-5307. Beware! I figured it out right away when "she" said she would ship the car via ebay motors. Yeah, right lol.

Author: Ql

Message: Yes they scammed my husband out of 1500.00. Just last week.

Author: Amy Hale

Message: Eric Patton is at it again, tried to scan my husband and I for a boat motor. I see he did the same thing to someone else early July. Claims he is at his rental properties and can't be here so wants to make the transactions through Amazon, yada yada.. After getting back on craigslit, I see he has more than one motor posted because that phone# that starts with area code 201 shows up on the first picture you see. what is wrong with people!!!!!!

Author: Jay

Message: Thanks JG Park... Amy Lipsey tried the same thing with me for a $56k car.... amylipsey42@xfinityfi.net (her profile pic is stolen from "The Bachelor Season 12) Here's her note: Good morning Jason, I'm glad to see you have a high interest. I’d like to use eBay - I don't need to be present to close the deal because I prearranged it with eBay. They’ll hold the money so you have the chance to inspect the title and the car. Only after you’ve had the chance to do all that will you call eBay and have them release the money. You’re not committed to buy the car either; if you request a refund, eBay will provide it within 24h. The price includes the delivery and the whole process takes anywhere between 2 - 3 days. After you receive the car, you have a 5 days inspection period - I advise you to have it professionally checked just be 100% sure that there are no issues with it. I'd be really surprised if you found any. There's also a rejection policy - in case you find any problems. In this case I'll pay for the returning fees. If you're interested in learning more about how it actually works, then all I need is your name, delivery address and phone - eBay will guide you trough the process. Thanks

Author: Cameron Hill

Message: His name is shivam I think. He never would call me,but he measages like a foreigner. He sent me a 2000 dollar check. I turned it in to the police.

Author: Karl Gielenfeldt

Message: #ReportScam another probable scammer here: jameslynn555@gmail.com I posted on craigslist to sell a car... this is what this scammer emailed me: Hi,my name is James Lynn,Whats its condition, any damages? Are you the original owner and what is your reason for selling?and last asking price? i am hoping we can work out a deal and seal the buying of this item today.as am buying it for my dad , why dont you tell me if paypal will be okay for you? why cant we do it in such a speedy transfer. If you dont feel like having it done on time we can discontinue the deal but if its something we can both finalized within 2 business days then id employ us to use paypal secure payment, your honesty will be greatly appreciated. why? because i wont be available to come look up the item due to the nature of my job,I work in a Microsoft Corporation as a Software Computer Engineer. So do you have paypal please? I hope you consider my offer. I am ready to buy, so you can take the add off craigslist. So if you're ready to move forward,below is the info PayPal Email: Full Name: Firm Price: Zip Code: Cell Phone Number

Author: Jasmo

Message: Lucky I googled Adelle Atkinson and found this posting on #reportscam !!! Original Craigslist posting had the 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Detroit area, when returned contact, said the car was in Montana, and that her husband had died. Seemed sketchy. Thanks for the heads up.

Author: কান্নু চাকী

Message: Someone is also using the name Margaret Burcham to sell a car. The email is margaret78burcham@gmail.com. They gave the exact same story about going off to service on the first and her husband died 4 months ago. Here is the exact email below. My name is Margaret, and I'm emailing you about 2010 Ford Fusion SEL with an gas engine, automatic transmission and only 70,084 miles. Never had or need any paint/body work done, garaged keep always, without any mechanical problems, tires and wheels are in great shape as well, electric is working perfectly. The engine 3.0L V6 gas, runs very good and the automatic transmission shifts perfectly. Has a clean and clear US title in my name and there are no liens or loans on it. This vehicle was used by my husband who died 4 month ago. The price was reduced at $1500 because I'm in a hurry to find a buyer. I need to sell it before the 1 of the next month, when I will be leaving on military duty with my medical team out of the country for a year and do not want to store it. Hate to sell it but its not worth keeping insurance and paying storage fees for a year. If you interested i can send you more pics. Thanks, Margaret Burcham Stay safe everyone!

Author: Carrie Bright

Message: I found a car on craigslist, thought it was too good to be true. It was an 05 Nissan Pathfinder in pristine condition with all new tires for $1500 with 144k miles on it. The address was near me. I called to inquire and asked the real price because this was way too low. A person then texted me to contact her through email. I had asked in the email to see the car but all she wrote was to email her and she would send pics, no reply about coming to see it and drive it, I thought that was odd. At first I was annoyed because I wanted to talk to her in person so I texted her back and said I couldn't get on my email and didn't hear from her. So finally I emailed her. She wrote back saying her husband died 3 months ago and she was going to be deployed for a year. In her email she said the care had good tires and 99k miles as it was in the garage most of the time. I told her that I was interested. She wrote about the ebay protection plan, that I can drive the car for 5 days before paying her and she would send the invoice. Still I haven't seen it but I got an invoice. When I read it I thought something was up because they wanted me to go to the store and buy green dot visa cards, then call ebay to show I got them, but not to register them until I was happy with the car. Also, the ebay said I only had 24 hours to pay. Everyone knows when you buy a car it takes time to see it, drive it, etc. Nobody buys a car site unseen. The biggest thing was how inconvenient the pay system was. You can only get the visa in $500 increments so if the car is several thousand you need a bunch of cards, and I thought to myself, what about Paypal, that would be so much easier, why would a big company like ebay do this, especially when they have their own pay accounts! She also said she would start the shipping process. I emailed her asking about shipping when she was right near me, what was that about. Also I asked about the big difference in miles and she didn't respond. I have sent email asking If I could still have the car, no response. I knew something was weird with the huge difference in mileage, the price, the condition, this car should be way more money. Obviously she knew I am suspicious so she gave up on me. So finally I thought to google the ebay phone number and here we are. As always if it sounds too good to be true it probably is!