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Selling scams are getting more elaborate

Long story short, bought a phone on eBay. Seller looked suspect to begin with but I took a chance.

 

Seller provided tracking number which stayed stagnant for days.  I eventually file 'item not received' complaint. 

 

A few days ago while at work, I get an email from eBay saying the item was delivered at 10.43 am.

 

Sure enough, no phone in my mailbox. I check our security cameras. Nothing delivered that entire day.

 

I update eBay on the scam details. Meanwhile check with Australia post. They inform me seller addressed package to "The Resident" an apartment complex. I live in a house. They also put the return address as Kogan.

 

 I am assured by eBay I will get my money back. It's happened before (though not this elaborate) so I am not too worried.

 

Well, unbelievably, Paypal issued me today with a 'courtesy refund' and told me the item WAS delivered to my address! Good news for the scammer!

 

Just be wary about buying guys, because these crooks ARE getting paid!

 

 

 

 

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Re: Selling scams are getting more elaborate

What part of this scam is elaborate, or in anyway new.

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Re: Selling scams are getting more elaborate

"Caveat Emptor" springs to mind GP - something the OP overlooked.....................

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Re: Selling scams are getting more elaborate

This from a person who choose to buy from a scammer

 

Grow up

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