TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Anonymous Waipahu, HI, United States 2015-10-02 17:43:47 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |   John Waltar wants to buy car with PayPal Scammer Information I'm a valid seller, selling my truck, and this John Walker aka John Waltar said he was a naval officer interested in purchasing my truck but claims there is no cellular network at sea therefore to email him. Negotiations are made through email. I knew right away this guy was a scammer. Things he said didn't make sense and the whole thing was iffy. This was his email to me:
John walker
Sep 29 at 12:01 PM
Hello there
I want to buy this f… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous New York, NY, United States 2015-10-01 13:19:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  Mariana Lopez - SCAM - Apartment in Paris Marais - SCAM Scammer Information This person posted a listing for an apartment on Craigslist. They said they were teaching at the University of Edinburgh and needed to sublet their Paris apartment. We had several back and forth exchanges in which they supplied a photo ID, and asked for mine in return. They sent a rental agreement but said they could only accept payment via Western Union due to several ridiculous excuses. ("My passport is at the Canadian Embassy" "I haven't had a chance to set up a checking a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2015-09-28 00:16:36 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 Payment for work by REO service such as snow plowing and other Real estate work. Scammer Information Basically Mike Bourdeau advertised on craigslist looking for field inspectors for banked owned properties - I signed up and plow over 100 driveways only to be paid $200. I know of about 6 other individuals with similar stories. I am posting this since his business is/was out of MA but he was located in GA, I was working out of CT. It all seemed good minus a few things - he was not pleasant to deal with, his promise of payment was far more than actual payment.
Not surpr… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2015-09-26 05:15:22 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Craig's list Scammer Information On Sep 19, 2015 8:35 AM, "Steve Klein" wrote:
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in purchasing my 1997 Jeep Wrangler it's in great Condition, super clean, 99,331 miles, 6 Cylinder Gasoline, Automatic (4.0L I6 SFI), VIN: 1J4FY19SXVP549095, no dings, no accidents, always garage kept, service records up-to-date, clear title no loan or lien on it. The title is clean and we won’t have any problems registering the car in your name.
The p… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous North Hollywood, CA, United States 2015-09-25 08:27:14 Lottery Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Congrats You won 500,0000 in us. curancy. sponsered by google, micrisoft, and gmail. People just don't know how to occupy ther Scammer Information Someone has nothing better to do. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Corona, CA, United States 2015-09-23 19:50:05 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Administrative / Personal Assistant Scammer Information Ad for hiring Admin Assistant / Office Receptionist / Personal Assistant. If you apply, scammer replies that they are out-of-country/state on business, they prefer/can only communicate through email/text for whatever reason (and decline to give you phone number even if you request it), and wishes to 'test' you out for the current week before formally interviewing a few weeks later. If you reply, scammer says they will send you a Certified Company Check or Money Order for a jo… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Goldsboro, NC, United States 2015-09-19 02:45:38 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | craigslist scam Scammer Information they text you about an ad you have listed, but only repeat your title, so you respond like wtf.. anyways, do not answer anyone using this number, talking about giving you extra for holding it till there movers get there ect ect 919 729 9957 is the scammers number
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 | Anonymous Birmingham, AL, United States 2015-09-14 14:41:48 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Profoundly Phony job scam-pfished my resume Scammer Information Most likely, work from home scam. Sends you a check to purchase software, etc. May also say they will send you a laptop to work on.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Ashly Independence, MO, United States 2015-09-14 03:15:39 Rental Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Rent Scam Scammer Information I am actually a secondary victim of this scammer.
My husband and I rented a house through a reputable company at the beginning of September. We have not been able to move our stuff in due to the fact that our moving company has been woefully behind. We have been visiting the property off and on over the weeks since obtaining the property. The last time we visited the property was Tuesday. We go to visit the property Sunday. We walk in and there is another family there! Us… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2015-09-08 17:29:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Grand Jeep Cherokee Scam Scammer Information Hi,
My name is Elizabeth Schiefelbein and I'm emailing you regarding the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4 that I have for sale. Let me give you a few details about it: very good shape, no mechanical issues, title clear, no scratches no dents and it has never been involved in any kind of accidents. Has only 106,488 miles, is automatic, with an 6 cylinders 3.7L 226Cu. In. V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated engine, Options: Sunroof, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player, W… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | shay Somewhere in United States 2015-09-07 15:07:42 Rental Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | General Mobotu Scammer Information He is looking for a place because he is going to be assassinated. He is looking for a two million dollar home in my city. When asked which city, he is all, any city.
So, was I hopeful to sell a home to General Mobotu, heck yes. Was it him, clearly not after
looking up his phone number. Thank you to ScamDex for saving me from myself. LOL… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous College Station, TX, United States 2015-09-05 01:38:15 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:24186 Scammer Information Posted a car for a cheap price. I txted the number and the response was that they were at work, could not talk, and to email them. I sent an email and they responded
Hi,
My name is Elizabeth Schiefelbein and I'm emailing you regarding the 2004 Nissan Maxima SL that I have for sale. Let me give you a few details about it: very good shape, no mechanical issues, title clear, no scratches no dents and it has never been involved in any kind of accidents. Has only 72,301 mile… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Olathe, CO, United States 2015-09-01 19:00:24 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Green energy co Scammer Information He emailed me from an ad I had posted on Craigslist saying I was looking for some work to do from home or babysitting. The job sounded too good to be true so of course I did some research and came across this site. Sad to hear it's a scam but he needs to be known as a scam artist!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Douglassville, PA, United States 2015-08-31 22:36:59 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | text asking to email Scammer Information Received two texts on my phone regarding a craigslist ad. Two different phone numbers were used that said if I still had 'item' for sale to send email to : jdvclzusws98@gmail.com
First one came from 478-268-3804. Second one came from 443-300-7394.
Exactly the same format, but referenced two different items. These occurred about an hour apart 8/31/15.
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  | Anonymous Paris, Paris, France 2015-08-31 14:31:50 Rental Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Housing Scammer Information Hi (Name of Sucker here)
Pleased to read from you and thanks for your interest. Its available for both long term and short term duration. A little more about the apartment, its located inside a 17th century residence with trees and calm. I can honestly say that its among the safest and calmest area in Marais. The surface is 580 sq. feet / 55 m2 and much suitable for a maximum of 4 adults. Its on the first french floor of the building, it has an elevator as well. its fully… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Tallahassee, FL, United States 2015-08-18 16:23:09 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | General office Clerk Scammer Information Dear Applicant,
Am replying back to your message concerning the job posted on Craigslist in which you're interested in. Your application was received but unfortunately the position posted has already been filled. Right now, there's another position that is needed to be filled if you will be interested. I have gone through your email and am quite impressed; I think you are the right person for this job. I have had a previous Personal assistant who has been very commenda… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Henderson, NV, United States 2015-08-18 00:05:49 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | CRAIGSLIST CERTIFIED CHECK SCAM Scammer Information Tried to pull the scam with certified check...the loser tried twice and forget he/she texted me the first time on the same day. LOSER.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Bellingham, WA, United States 2015-08-17 18:00:18 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +1 Job Scam on Craigslist.com- Warehouse Worker (or "personal assistant") Scammer Information my email of inquiry for this fake job (can't find it on craigslist anymore) was sent to the following email: robby@wipi.fsp6.net
Then, the above email (managerthomas_huggins@outlook.com) sent the following reply, which is a scam that is modified yet comparable to others that I have seen on Scamdex.com. Here is the scam email that was sent to me:
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Hello How are you doing?
I'm sorry for the late res… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Ball Ground, GA, United States 2015-08-13 20:01:15 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Scammer - John Waltar Scammer Information We recently posted a vehicle for sale on Craigslist and a few hours later, received a text from the phone number 214-935-0980 stating the following:
"(insert name of car for sale) still for sale ? if yes email me back at johnwaltar124@gmail.com for negotiation because i don't have time to text or call at work am a marine biologist"
Yeah right! I figured this was a scam, so I just searched the name and other details to have found myself on this site. I know this has been … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Somewhere in United States 2015-08-11 16:07:57 Fake/Counterfeit Goods Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2006 Toyota Tacoma Craigslist Scammer Information selling Tacoma in Chataqua. same Email Template as Pamela Salas Scams.
Email Reads:
Hi ,
Sorry for delay, my name is Pamela, happy to see you are interested in my 2006 Toyota Tacoma. Let me give you a few details about it. Really good shape, never had any problems with it, no scratches or dents, Non-smoker, 111,440 Mileage, automatic transmission, 4.0L V6 engine, the title is clear in my name.
The price was reduced at $1,900. Photos available here: http://www.use.co… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2015-08-10 14:35:44 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 John Waltar wants to buy car with PayPal Scammer Information Says he is a marine biologist, out of town so his carrier agent supposedly will pick up the vehicle, wants to pay via PayPal, he is buying the car as a gift for his son… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 2015-08-07 02:07:05 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 1br - Brilliantly furnished single bedroom flat in Essex (High St, Harlow, CM17 0DW, Essex) Scammer Information This is the ad from the Scam
They claim to be god fearing people who have enough money that they an rent a nice flat to people who are deserving and in need of a good place to live. They will ask you to send a money gram to show you can pay for the apartment deposit of 600 Pounds and 400 pounds for first months rent. She will talk about how it's her/his lawyers suggestion for this process and that it's all perfectly legal. She will then show you the apartment when you arrive… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Houston, TX, United States 2015-07-31 12:43:55 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigs List purchase of Restoration Hardware Scammer Information Wanted to use Paypal to purchase and send extra money for setting up shipment. Said the money was sent but I never got anything.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Houston, TX, United States 2015-07-27 03:52:58 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Mutty2900@gmail.com Scammer Information Selling a 1800's hard box for $740 on Craigslist. She has only texted me, and was never willing to talk to me over the phone. That really made me suspicious. She typed her name as Jessica, and stated she was adding $390 for shipping without asking the weight of the item, and also never responded when I asked her what city she wanted shipped too. She texted me a total payment of $1,130 to cover shipping cost. At this point no money sent to PayPal after she made it an urg… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| JC Salt Lake City, UT, United States 2015-07-27 01:13:35 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Free Motorcycle Scam Scammer Information Hello
I apologize for the late response. I want to start by saying that you are a very
lucky person by being the first to indicate interest
having decided already to give it out to the first
individual that indicated interest since is going for free
therefore, requires no competition or special criterion in
considering the individual it will be given to. I relocated
to our family house in the State of Oklahoma two weeks ago
from Willard Missouri as a result of pres… Read Full Report ⇒ |