Here is a classic scam from Craigslist.They offer to buy your item you advertised via classified for more money than you ask for ($375 in my case, he offered $500).They even give you a bleeding heart story about wife dying in accident.
From: ike derico Alright,i live in North Georgia United State.Am quite comfortable with the condition of the item since i wont be making any repairs on it,i will like to offer you $500 including packing materials without you paying for any shipping charges b'cos i already have an account with FedEx,i would have loved to make the payment in cash and carry but we are not in the same state so i will like to go ahead with the payment by sending you a Money Order But i will need your contact infomation in which the money will be deliver ok.I wonna buy this [item name] for my step son to fulfill the promise his mum made before she died,i lost my lovely wife to an auto accident on 29th of June 2005 and since then i and her step son john have been living seperately and i want to buy this item for him because his mom promised him before death took her away from us and i think with this i and tobi can live as a family. Kindly get back to me immediately you receive my e-mail and i will like you to take it off craigslist for auction cos am serious in buying it.So let me have your full infomation ofr pyment to be made.... Best Regards. .I.Derico
Note how they can't pick up proper English names? I got another from 'ortega hanson'.
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Anonymous (not verified)
My 15 yr old was ready to
Fri, 2010/04/23 - 15:49My 15 yr old was ready to ship out his iPod to some women who promised him extra money for sending it to her. I never read any of the emails but he was using my paypal to accept the payment so I received the email stating that the payment was pending and would be until i sent the tracking number/confirmation of shipment. I know enough about paypal to know that even pending payments show up when you log in. Even called paypal, who said it was most likely a scam. Glad i checked into it... Sad he hasnt to start learning early how ruthless people will be.
Hard Tymes (not verified)
Why I Love Scammers!
Mon, 2010/04/26 - 22:35Hey Folks!
Let me throw my two steaks on the grill here!
I know ya'all don't much like those who cheat, steal, & cuss a blue streak.....but ya gonna admit one thing!
At least ya know Somebody Is Reading That Ad!
I've seen my fair share of scammer Emails and frankly, anyone who can't spell better than a 3rd grader ain't worth much. I sure ain't going to sit here and bitch about the wrongs they've done......
At least their telling me "I Read Your Craigslist Ad!"
That's payment enough for me, folks! Now I'm off to find a REAL customer!
Hard Tymes ~~ hardtymes@gmail.com
Anonymous (not verified)
Same sh*t
Mon, 2010/05/03 - 10:50Look out for Mac McDourcy...Same as above, the best part is I'm selling a bass amp for 1500 bucks, his reason for not contacting me over the phone was that he "have problem with the hearing"...stupid F*ker. He still sent the check drawn on a bank that is no longer around in Texas, from an address in NJ for $5950.00, fake money is still fake money
Anonymous (not verified)
buyer scams
Mon, 2010/05/03 - 11:50That's great, Thank you for getting back to me. Though I'll be using
the services of a mover who will come for the pick up of the item on
my behalf all because I'm currently away for a contracting Job but I
will send a Cashier check through my Bank to cover the cost of the
items. The check will be delivered to you by a reliable courier
company within 2-3 working days. Please do provide me with your full
mailing address, and also indicate your final price, the Name that
should be on check and finally a cell phone #. Kindly delete the
posting because am serious in buying it, when the Funds Clears then we
can arrange for the pick up asap.
I will be waiting to read from you soon.
Thanks for your understanding.
Annie......
That's great, Thank you for getting back to me. Though I'll be using
the services of a mover who will come for the pick up of the item on
my behalf all because I'm currently away for a contracting Job but I
will send a Cashier check through my Bank to cover the cost of the
items. The check will be delivered to you by a reliable courier
company within 2-3 working days. Please do provide me with your full
mailing address, and also indicate your final price, the Name that
should be on check and finally a cell phone #. Kindly delete the
posting because am serious in buying it, when the Funds Clears then we
can arrange for the pick up asap.
I will be waiting to read from you soon.
Thanks for your understanding.
Annie......
The e-mail is from olex2077131643. God only knows what anyone would get out of this but be careful!!!!!
Anonymous (not verified)
craigslist scams
Wed, 2010/05/12 - 22:27Hi, I recieved an offer to purchase my boat motor for 1000.00 and got an offer from a person just like the ones I see on here offering more money for the item and send them the excess back by western union. I recieved a check by Fed Ex today for 4500.00. I have done some research on the bank and company that the check was issued on. I am calling them in the morning to expose these scammers. I will post further info as AI recieve it for people to be aware of these scammers.
Anonymous (not verified)
email scams form for sale ads
Mon, 2010/05/03 - 11:55I got an e-mail from olex2077131643. they want your information but yet they will not give you any of theirs such as even a phone #, They make an excuse that they are in a remote area on a job but yet, they can send an e-mail. Go figure
Anonymous (not verified)
Berry Williams SCAM!
Mon, 2010/05/03 - 18:23This is what that fuck emailed me to try and rip me off, the only thing i dont understand is how he intended to make a profit?.... Only deal with locals when using craigslist and always do business in person...
Hello ,
Thanks for your response, I really do appreciate it, Well Everything sounds well and I guess that the Item is in Good condition and I am okay with the price $2,000 and I will be willing to offer you $2,100 for it. So, I would want you to keep all other buyer's off and also delete the advert from the website. Concerning payment my colleague in my hometown will issue you a certified check, since i am not home to do that for now. FOR CONVENIENT AND EASY TRANSACTION,I HAVE A SHIPPING COMPANY THAT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PICK UP as soon as you receive payment for the Item.I will therefore need the following
information of you to forward to my client before he sends payment.
NAME IN FULL........
ADDRESS IN FULL....
CITY.......
STATE...
COUNTRY..........
ZIP CODE.......
CELL/OFFICE/HOME
EMAIL ADDRESS
I await your urgent response.
Thanks!
Berry.
Anonymous (not verified)
I think all of those are the
Thu, 2010/05/06 - 23:23I think all of those are the same person because almost everything is worded the same, and i got one just like that. They are also all gmail acounts with a number after the name... the person who wants to buy my item email is dianahall01@gmail.com
Anonymous (not verified)
what happens when you cash
Sat, 2010/05/08 - 10:21what happens when you cash the check and the bank finds out? can you keep the money if they gave you cash? or do you have to pay it back. I'm gonna screw who ever is trying to screw me.
Anonymous (not verified)
Mrs. Mary Clinton is at it
Thu, 2010/05/13 - 12:08Mrs. Mary Clinton is at it again. On May 12, 2010, "She" promised $50 over sales price to "hold" the Criagslist item for her. Asked us to deposit her check, and advise when cleared and she would pick up the item. Advised next day of a "tragic family situation", and a mistake in sending us the wrong amount on the check: "please deposit the check, keep your portion, and wire me the rest of the money, so I can pay my large medical bills".
Honest, Trusting people beware....
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