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)
Craigslist Scam
Thu, 2010/12/23 - 08:51I got an almost identical email from an Anna Johnson this morning after asking for more info. A year ago someone else used a similar method. She too was from outside the US and really wanted to rent the room I was offering. Had me going for a while. Should not have as there were plenty of red flags. This one is a actually better, however this is an obvious scam.
Have any of you tried to have "fun" with these type of (young female) scammers... like ask for explicit pix ; )
Anonymous (not verified)
I got the exact email from
Thu, 2011/01/06 - 17:57I got the exact email from Anna Johnson after I replied to her initial e-mail. I should have been alerted that she didn't seem to have read what I wrote on craigslist. Now my question is, why would somebody do that? I am not paying she/him anything so what does she/him get from spamming me? What should I do to prevent any damage?
Xiaoxiao
Anonymous (not verified)
+44-702-3038999 Sandra Silva this time - CraigsList scam
Thu, 2011/01/13 - 18:06She/He/It strike again.
This time in response to my room to rent in Northern California. Anyone figure out what the ultimate scam is?
Thanks,
Catherine
From: Sandra Silva
Date: January 13, 2011 12:46:44 AM PST
Subject: More about me!!
Thanks for expressing yourself so well Catherine, I appreciate the candor .I have to take my chances because not risking at all is the worst mistake,I'm quite comfortable with the available rental and it's living environment.I have four yrs US working visa and shall be starting sales of minor laboratory equipments for clinical procedures in CA,its a booming field coupled with my experience here.
Hope we can get along together though I know it kinda hard expressing oneself via email,but I'll put my pride in the gutters and try to be as explicit as possible.
About me ....I like to think of myself as just a typical British Woman living in a typical British detached house with net curtains,a well behaved garden and Westminister chimes on the doorbells.It may well be the smartmest house in our modestly elegant but secluded Avenue,but that is merely because our typical neighbours do not rise to the challenge as I do.A typical British woman has a responsiblity to herself,Flatmates and her Family to maintain certain standards of behaviour,deportment and dress,and I make it my duty to achieve these standards, come what may.My Roommates and neighbours may from time to time stray fromm the highest levels of etiquette,but I and my Royal Doulton tableware will not.
I'm a single 28 yo professional lab technician.I'm 5'10,with long blonde hair, hazel eyes ,a athletic bulid.I prefer cleanliness than any other traits,I'm honest,responsible,and hardworking while I dislike lazy,messy and uncaring people.I love pets so much,am quiet and easy going. I'm straight and also gay friendly. I always love to go on a date but seldom party. I neither smoke nor drink,I swim for fun and sometimes play tennis also i enjoy snowboarding.People often askhow I manage to keep up my hectic schedule of work and maintain such a high level of correctnessin all I do.I sometime overhear my Boyfriend Bach -he is the type of man who sings on coach trips,so you can quickly understand what sort of man I have to deal with-saying,almost in awe,'How does Sandra do it? Chuff me,how does she do it?' I must confess that i am comfortable with the price,I will like to secure the place down pending my arrival.. I'll also be shipping my things down to the States such as My Toyota Avalon (XRX 2010)which I've been using for over 2 months now,and some personal effects. don't worry am not bringing in Furniture's I will easily purchase the one's I need when i arrive. Moreover,Let me know how I can go about securing the place down and filling any neccessary paperwork before my arrival as i'll be busy preparing to come over as i plan to arrive later in Feb.
References: Doctor Darlene darlenecooke07@gmail.com
My present roommate Layla Olson laylaolson73@yahoo.com
Right now I have thought of it and understood that moving to the US will not only help boost my career but also improve my personal life.I hope you'll finally consider renting to me ,I assure you that the rules and terms would be strictly adhered to .I have been introduced to different landlord and room owners but they don't seem easy to get along with, I hope we can get along well as I wait to read from you soon via email.In life everything should be firm but friendly , not oatfish or obsequious as seems to be the present -day trend.
Sorry for the email novel .I know its a lot to read and i apologize for coming on strong im just looking for a reliable place when I move down.I look forward to hearing positive from you again this week.Have a successful year ahead .
Thanks and take care,
Sandra.
PS: my pics r here...
On Jan 12, 2011, at 1:39 AM, Sandra Silva wrote:
** CRAIGSLIST ADVISORY --- AVOID SCAMS BY DEALING LOCALLY
** Avoid: wiring money, cross-border deals, work-at-home
** Beware: cashier checks, money orders, escrow, shipping
** More Info: http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams.html
Good morning ,
I saw your ad in craigslist.com today( Wednesday). I'm interested in
the place you have for rent later in February,presently I reside in
Wadebridge,Cornwall UK and would be relocating to the US later next
month .I know i'll need to secure the rental prior to my arrival to
show seriousness on my part.
Ideally, not more than 6 -12 months lease(or more).Please get back to
me via email if it's still available and you consider me for the
rental.In my next email I'd tell you more about myself and plans in
US.here is my apartment's landline number +44-702-3038999,if am not
around my roommates Bach or Layla would be. Looking forward to hearing
from you soon this week,
Sandra.
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M in SC (not verified)
CraigsList scam- #44-702-3038999, annajohnson081@gmail.com
Thu, 2011/04/28 - 13:12I received this e-mail at 3:45 a.m. on 4/28/11 in response to a post from me looking for a roommate. I thought it looked a little suspicious, so I googled the phone number and found all of the posts on this site before I responded to her... Looks like they're still at it.
Thanks for the cordial response :>) .I have to take my chances because not risking at all is the worst mistake,I'm quite comfortable with the available unit and it's living environment.I would have loved to call you but my cellphone service provider can't access long distance international calls.You can call my apartment line if really you feel like speaking to me.+44-702-3038999 UK.
Hope we can get along together though I know it kinda hard expressing oneself via email,but I'll put my pride in the gutters and try to be as explicit as possible.
About me ....I'm a single 27 self employed, deal with supply of hospital equipments...I'm 5'10 long hair, hazel eyes with a athletic build.I prefer cleanliness than any other traits,I'm honest,responsible,and hardworking while I dislike lazy,messy and uncaring people.I love pets so much,am quiet and easy going. I'm straight and also gay friendly. I always love to go on a date but seldom party. I neither smoke nor drink,I swim for fun and sometimes play tennis also i enjoy snowboarding.
I must confess that i am comfortable with the price,I will like to secure the place down pending my arrival.. I'll also be shipping my things down to the States such as My Toyota Avalon (XRX 2009)which I've been using for over 6 months now,and some personal effects. don't worry am not bringing in Furniture's I will easily purchase the one's I need when i arrive.
Moreover,Let me know how I can go about securing the place down and filling any necessary paperwork before my arrival as i'll be busy preparing to come over as i plan to arrive May.
Reference: Doctor Richard. richard081234@gmail.com
My present roommate Linda lin.rose147@gmail.com
Right now I have thought of it and understood that moving to the US will not only help
boost my business but also improve my personal life.I hope you'll finally consider renting to me ,I assure you that the rules and terms would be strictly adhered to .I have been introduced to different landlord and room owners but they don't seem easy to get along with, I hope we can get along well as I wait to read from you soon via email.
Sorry for the email novel .I know its a lot to read and i apologize for coming on strong im just looking for a reliable place when I move down.I look forward to hearing positive from you again.Have a splendid day.
Thanks and take care,
Anna
Anonymous (not verified)
same scam on Craigslist for room rental
Sat, 2010/12/18 - 06:35I appreciate the candor.I have to take my chances because not risking at all is the worst mistake,I'm quite comfortable with the available room and it's living environment,I have four yrs US working visa and i am self-employed.
Hope we can get along together though I know it kinda hard expressing oneself via email,but I'll put my pride in the gutters and try to be as explicit as possible.
About me ....I'm a single 28 yo professional lab technician.I'm 5'10 long hair, hazel eyes with a athletic build.I prefer cleanliness than any other traits,I'm honest,responsible,and hardworking while I dislike lazy,messy and uncaring people.I love pets so much,am quiet and easy going. I'm straight and also gay friendly. I always love to go on a date but seldom party. I
neither smoke nor drink,I swim for fun and sometimes play tennis also i enjoy snowboarding. I must confess that i am comfortable with the price,I will like to secure the place down pending my arrival.. I'll also be shipping my things down to the States such as My Toyota Avalon (XRX 2009)which I've been using for over 6 months now,and some personal effects. don't worry am not bringing in Furniture's I will easily purchase the one's I need when i arrive. Moreover,Let me know how I can go about securing the place down and filling any necessary paperwork before my arrival as i'll be busy preparing to come over as i plan to arrive on 10th January,2011.
References:
Dr. Thomas John thomas.jjohn@yahoo.com
My roommate Linda lin.rose147@gmail.com
Right now I have thought of it and understood that moving to the US will not only help boost my career but also improve my personal life.I hope you'll finally consider renting to
me ,I assure you that the rules and terms would be strictly adhered to .I have been introduced to different landlord and room owners but they don't seem easy to get along with, I hope we can get along well as I wait to read from you soon via email.
Sorry for the email novel .I know its a lot to read and i apologize for coming on strong I'm just looking for a reliable place when I move down.I look forward to hearing positive from you again.Have a successful week ahead .
Thanks and take care,
Nicole.
PS: I have my pics here..
Anonymous (not verified)
Mine is the same wording - moving to the US
Tue, 2011/02/08 - 14:40Hello
Thanks for your cordial response :>) .I have to take my chances because not risking at all is the worst mistake,I'm quite comfortable with the available unit and it's living environment.I would have loved to call you but my cellphone service provider can't access long distance international calls.You can call my apartment line if you want.+---7011151312. Current address: 2167 tollgate road,Beckton.e6 5xw England.Hope we will get along very well.
About me ....I'm single, 27 and self employed, deal with supply of hospital equipments...I'm 5'10 long hair, hazel eyes with a athletic build.I prefer cleanliness than any other traits,I'm honest,responsible,and hardworking while I dislike lazy,messy and uncaring people.I love pets so much,am quiet and easy going. I'm straight and also gay friendly. I always love to go on a date but seldom party. I neither smoke nor drink,I swim for fun and sometimes play tennis also i enjoy snowboarding.
I must confess that i am comfortable with the price,I will like to secure the place down pending my arrival.. I'll also be shipping my things down to the States such as My Toyota Avalon (XRX 2009)which I've been using for over 6 months now,and some personal effects. don't worry am not bringing in Furniture's I will easily purchase the one's I need when i arrive.
Moreover,Let me know how I can go about securing the place down and filling any necessary paperwork before my arrival as i'll be busy preparing to come over as i plan to arrive on 15th February but my rent can start from 10 February.
Reference: Dr Allen
My present roommate Anna
Right now I have thought about it and understood that moving to the US will not only help boost my business but also improve my personal life.I hope you'll finally consider renting the place to me ,I assure you that the rules and terms would be strictly adhered to .I have been introduced to different landlord and room owners but they don't seem easy to get along with, I hope we can get along well as I wait to read from you soon via email.
Kind Regards,
Rose.
Anonymous (not verified)
From: Anita Foster
Fri, 2011/07/08 - 12:27From: Anita Foster -------anitafoster22 @ gmail . com------
Sent: Thursday, July 07, 2011 6:51 AM
To:
Subject: Re: Please Get Back To Me.
Hello,
Thanks for the cordial response :>) .I have to take my chances because not risking at all is the worst mistake,I'm quite comfortable with the available unit and it's living environment.I would have loved to call you but my cellphone service provider can't access long distance international calls.You can call my apartment line if really you feel like speaking to me.+44-711151312. My Current address is: 2167 tollgate road, Beckton.e6 5xw England.
Hope we can get along together though I know it kinda hard expressing oneself via email,but I'll put my pride in the gutters and try to be as explicit as possible.
About me ....I'm a single 27, deal with supply of hospital equipments...I'm 5'10 long hair, hazel eyes with a athletic build.I prefer cleanliness than any other traits,I'm honest,responsible,and hardworking while I dislike lazy,messy and uncaring people.I love pets so much,am quiet and easy going. I'm straight and also gay friendly. I always love to go on a date but seldom party. I neither smoke nor drink,I swim for fun and sometimes play tennis also i enjoy snowboarding.
I must confess that i am comfortable with the price,I will like to secure the place down pending my arrival.. I'll also be shipping my things down to the States such as My Toyota Avalon (XRX 2009)which I've been using for over 6 months now,and some personal effects. don't worry am not bringing in Furniture's I will easily purchase the one's I need when i arrive.
Moreover,Let me know how I can go about securing the place down and filling any necessary paperwork before my arrival as i'll be busy preparing to come over as i plan to arrive August.
Reference: Doctor Jack Williams:jackwillams20 @ yahoo.com
My present roommate Lina Jacob:linajacob111 @ hotmail.com
Right now I have thought of it and understood that moving to the US will not only help boost my business but also improve my personal life.I hope you'll finally consider renting to me ,I assure you that the rules and terms would be strictly adhered to ..I have been introduced to different landlord and room owners but they don't seem easy to get along with, I hope we can get along well as I wait to read from you soon via email.
Sorry for the email novel .I know its a lot to read and i apologize for coming on strong im just looking for a reliable place when I move down.I look forward to hearing positive from you again.Have a splendid day.
Regards,
Anita.
Anonymous (not verified)
Craigslist Scam!!!!
Tue, 2010/10/26 - 17:38I have 2 rugs posted on CL and was contacted by a Conelly White claiming to be a guys assistant and wanting to know if the rugs were still available. When I told her they were I was then contacted by a Marvin Clinton with the following message:
I was told by my assistant that your item is still for sale ,i would have love to come and see it,but my scheduled is very tight.I will mail out your payment once you provide your full name.phone number and address.I can only pay via money order as am on a business trip now,pls let me know where to send your payment to because i wouldn't want to lose it to some else.I don't mind adding ($20) dollars so you can keep it in my favor,you should get your payment in 7-9 working days i will appreciate if you can get the ad off craigslist so i can be sure you are keeping it in my favor.Please let me know as soon as you receive it so i can start making arrangement for the pick-up.
Thanks
I didn't have a very good feeling about this guy so I did some research on my rugs and this person. Not only did I find out my rugs are worth way much more money I also discovered this guy was trying to scam me. Red flags immediately went up when he was asking for the address and offered more money if I took down the post. Be careful of this!! I replied back and told him I wasn't interested in scams, so hopefully that'll spook him a bit!!
This is his email address : marvinclin2000@divinestores.org
Uzi (not verified)
There was this guy who
Wed, 2010/10/27 - 03:07There was this guy who couldn't give me his number for me to call him. I deleted all of his messeges from my email.
He was from charlotte NC area and was selling some sound modules. I thoug that was weird too.
Anonymous (not verified)
scammer
Wed, 2010/10/27 - 09:50ADD this to the scammer list!!!!!! As soon as I recieved this I googled his name and found out it was a scam.
In a message dated 10/27/2010 1:56:59 A.M. Central Daylight Time, james@divinestores.org writes:
Hi,
Good to hear back from you. my assistant just told me that your items is still available for sale,i am willing to pay your asking price. I will be paying you by money order as its the only way I can pay you at the moment. I would have loved to come take a look but I am presently out of town on an assignment. I will not be back in town soon. I don't mind adding an extra fifty dollars so you can keep it in my favor, Please send me some pictures. I hope it is in good condition. Reply with your full name, cell phone number, and address where payment should be sent.I will let you know how I intend to go about the pick-up. Please take the posting off craigs list today and consider it sold to me.
Expecting to hear from you soon.
Thanks.
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