Got scammed. Please help.

aam.ank
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I bought a Samsung s6 and a Samsung s6 edge from a seller, at a very reasonable price. I paid via bank transfer outside eBay, because it was posted as Local Pick up only, and I asked the seller to post. In the list it was mentioned that the price is for 1 phone each, and I can choose one of my liking, but I contacted the seller through text (his number was provided) that I will pay for both with double the price and postage fees, and we agreed. But when I opened the parcel there was only one phone inside, eventhogh I paid for 2 phones. I tried contacting the seller, but no reply and does not pick up my call.

I know eBay wont help me as I bought it outside eBay, so is there anthing I can do? Can the police help? Or the ACORN? ***I once got scammed on Gumtree for a smaller amount $150, the police told me to report to ACORN, and I did, but it has been a month now and still no responce from ACORN***. So can I rely on the police or the ACORN to help?

I have the seller's name, number and bank details, can I do anything with these?

Please suggest me what to do, did you ever face in a similar situation? If so what did you do to get your money back?

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Advice, a clever man doesnt need it,  a fool won’t take it.

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True. It can help to have a solicitor in the family though. They can offer pertinent advice.

 

The boards here are great, too.

 

Paying by bank deposit isn't recommended...Paypal with a credit card broadens the options for a claim over just the eBay guarantee, that's how I pay for stuff here.


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@amber-eyed-girl wrote:

True. It can help to have a solicitor in the family though. They can offer pertinent advice.

 

The boards here are great, too.

 

Paying by bank deposit isn't recommended...Paypal with a credit card broadens the options for a claim over just the eBay guarantee, that's how I pay for stuff here.


I'm sure the OP probably realises this now.

 

As they haven't been on the boards since last SEPTEMBER, I doubt they will see your advice, however.

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Still good advice though 😛

 

If I were the first to bump...I would have moved on...too good to pass up.

 

I'll get back to my good quality chocolates.


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Buttercup: You mock my pain! Man in Black: Life is pain, Highness. Anyone who says differently is selling something.
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Not bought as a mystery then?

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I'll get back to my good quality chocolates.
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As opposed to melted ones ..............(sorry, couldn't resist)
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No, but I think my popcorn has gone


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Buttercup: You mock my pain! Man in Black: Life is pain, Highness. Anyone who says differently is selling something.
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i jogged to the shops yesterday and bought a pillow case sized bag of popcorn for the great entertainment on here and now im stuck with about half a bag,,,b u rrrrrr,       p... ....maybe list mystery bags and place some inside along with chocs. maybe i should leave the chocs for now as its summer,winter might be better.burrrrrrrrrrrrrp..!

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eBay maintaining a reputation as a platform for honest trade.

 

Following policies.

 

Mystery bags have been banned for YEARS


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Buttercup: You mock my pain! Man in Black: Life is pain, Highness. Anyone who says differently is selling something.
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