TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-25 15:02:16 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +4 Craig's list, Gerry Wollam Scammer Information This man named, Gerry Wollam, contacted me saying he was in Magna, UT and wanted to by my flatbed trailer listed on Craig's list. He sent me a check for $3890, way over the selling price saying it was for shipping charges and he was going to have 4 other items picked up as well. I asked him if he wanted more info on trailer, he said sure, so I sent it, but he was never really interested in more info. Then, midway thru our text message conversation he switched telephone numb… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Ankeny, IA, United States 2013-03-25 14:54:28 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +4 Purchase used car Scammer Information I have a used VW for sale and advertised on Craig's list. I was contacted by Marcos Luigi and he said he wanted to buy the car for his son who is graduating from National University. Because of his workplace he wanted to pay for the car through PayPal. I checked his workplace and found this sight. Too good to be true.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-25 14:46:30 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Craigslist ad for 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ Scammer Information The details of this scam are nearly identical to the tips re: 2006 Black Toyota Land Cruiser and the 2008 Harley Davidson. "Anna" has recently moved to Linclon Nebraska for a fresh start after her divorce, and has her 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ for sale for $7900. Says her "ex-hubby" sold his bike this way, with no headaches. Says it's in perfect condition, no accidents/mechanical issues and only 67,327 miles, a clear title, free of any liens or loans on it, under her na… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-24 17:37:03 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 john mayes 423-521-2834 Scammer Information he texts and calls people trying to buy things for the whole price no negotiating. he searches craigslists. its a scam to try to get you to ship your things to him and doesnt pay do not fall for it i was lucky enough to have foundhis number on this sight before i delt with him and waisted my time. my advis always reverse number look up.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-23 12:59:35 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:8756 Scammer Information tried to by computer off craigslist
sent e-mail adress and offered to pay asking price plus shipping seemed in big hurry
james alex
#7 omoduni st.
off alwanson rd
itire surulerelogs
+23401… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Cincinnati, OH, United States 2013-03-22 16:16:15 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigs List ad for 2006 Toyota Landcruiser Scammer Information "Anna" has recently moved to Linclon Nebraska for a fresh start after her divorce, and has her 2006 Black Toyota Land Cruiser for sale for $8100. Says that it's at the shipping company ready to be shipped to the new buyer and that Google Wallet will hold your funds until you release them to her. Says you can even try the car for 5 days before buying. Even offered to have Google Wallet contact me to verify this. Anyone who knows anything about Land Cruisers would know that… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Anaheim, CA, United States 2013-03-22 15:56:01 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Phishing scam Scammer Information Texts that he is interested in auto for sale and is out of town, etc. cannot pick up vehicle but wants vehicle shipped, etc.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Harrison, NJ, United States 2013-03-21 21:42:08 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | craigslist scam Scammer Information Tried to " buy" drums off me on craigslist. I looked up his info. And found out it was a scam before he could do anything. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Ottumwa, IA, United States 2013-03-19 19:42:22 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2004 STARCRAFT POONTOON BOAT Scammer Information Selling a pontoon boat w pic at a GREAT PRICE. Said husband died 2 months ago. Needs to sell it fast.. Everything done through Google Financial for security reasons. You have 5 days to look at, when it shows up, everything will be signed on here end. She has gone by the name of Carla also… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Karen Jumper Chandler, AZ, United States 2013-03-18 01:32:08 Charity scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/violet-large-gave-away-her-lottery-windfall/article2119137/. Scammer Information They got my name from "Educational Resources" website. They have a link to Global Mail (?) describing how they won a large jackpot. Then they tell you that they have chosen you to be one of 10 recipients of a $ 500,000.00 charitable donation. "just 'KINDLY' send us he information requested in order to process your cash blah-blah. Oh yeah, they are or were from Novia Scotia and Violet passed away in 2010 so Allen is only fulfilling Violet's last wishes… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-17 21:53:10 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Craigs List Scammer Information Hello,
Thank you for your interest in purchasing my two 2005 Honda Rincon and trailer, I am selling them because I am in the military and my unit will be sent back to Afghanistan. I don't want them to get old in my garage. The price is low because I need to sell it before March 15st. The quads are in pristine condition, no accident history, clear title, no dents or dings and no scratches. Always adult driven and garaged, never abused or raced. If you are interested, they … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Lancaster, OH, United States 2013-03-16 22:44:07 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 2003 Rockwood 232 ROO Scammer Information Inexpensive RV for sale on Craigslist. Contacted seller who explained it was part of a divorce settlement and she just wants to get rid of it right away. She sent us pix and then told us that it was with her in Orlando, FL, where sher moved after the divorce, but she would pay for the shipping. She was handling everything with Google Wallet so once we agreed to buy it they would ship it. We would then have 5 days to verify we wanted it at which time Google Wallet would transf… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-16 15:56:23 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | John Mayes Scammer Information This guy texted me wanting to buy stuff at asking price and willing to pay a mover to ship stuff across the country. Told me to setup a google wallet account. Said he sent payment. Nothing happened, then he got short with me. Nonsense, don't waste your time. Nobody in their right mind would be that trusting with any amount of money. Stay skeptical!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Sapucaia do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil 2013-03-16 04:43:50 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | very nice 1br apartment in Marais (marais) Scammer Information … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Mesa, AZ, United States 2013-03-14 23:47:52 Overpayment Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 707-397-5680 seller beware Scammer Information The person text us saying he would like to buy our car. He would send payment through paypal for full amount. Said he wanted to buy it for his brother. Did not ask about title exchange or pick details. Just wanted to send money. Sounded fishy so I googled his phone number and found other scam alerts describing the same thing. I did give them my paypal email address. would this put me at risk? … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Fairbanks, AK, United States 2013-03-14 21:18:57 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Craigslist Scam - Paypal Only Scammer Information Like the others, he responded to my ad selling a table and chairs. He is out of town, can only use paypal and will send a "specialized" moving company to pick the item up. He wanted more pictures, and then finally sent an email notifying me that I should be receiving a paypal confirmation of his payment shortly, he included extra money so that I could pay his agent, and gave me this address:
Kelly Williams 770 Ferrells Bridge Rd Louisburg, NC 27549
He also stated that he has… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| joe ormord Corona, CA, United States 2013-03-14 17:16:53 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | white dishwasher Scammer Information removing broken dishwashers and installing another broken dishwasher in its place. then reselling the broken dishwasher again and again.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-13 18:46:23 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Michael Orley Scammer Information Thanks for having this information up. I just set up a paypal account but i checked this website before I gave him any information. I was selling a truck and he gave the same story about being an oceanographer and buying it for his son. The line that raised a red flag for me was "I'm ready to pay your asking price and to be honest"… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-03-13 18:24:22 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:8615 Scammer Information … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Atwater, OH, United States 2013-03-13 15:39:47 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Auction/eBay Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:8611 Scammer Information all contact is through text message..."
buyer". "I will love to know if Perlick Commercial Bar Cooler $300 is still in good condition?"
Me: "yes it works great, it runs at about 36 degrees. As you can see from the photos it also look great."
Buyer: "good...just to let you know that am okay with the condition and price of the item Please do get back to me with your full name and address so as to make the payment out through my company's check."
Me: "you do realize th… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Gilley Aguilar Mustang, OK, United States 2013-03-13 03:25:02 Job Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist scam that "hires" camera men to work for camera men pay. Signed contract Scammer Information These people have now scammed 3 states totaling over $200,000. They post on craigslist that they are hiring 4 camera men for a show thats been picked up on a network to air as a mid season replacement. They call you after you apply and have you sign 4 different contracts and one is a contract on how much you will be paid. They all say LA union camera man pay +15%.
After working for the 45 + hours the pay equals out to around $8600. There are 3 that show up along with t… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Walker, LA, United States 2013-03-12 23:36:31 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2008 Harley Davidson Scammer Information Recently moved to Lincoln, Nebraska after divorcing. Wanted to sell bike A.s.a.p. Bike with low miles below cost. send money to google wallet. will ship within 4-6 days.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Not Stupid Perry, GA, United States 2013-03-12 12:21:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:8586 Scammer Information Requested no texting on Craigslist ad and this number has sent 5 in two days. They sound like Nigerian money scam through this verbage: I perfectly understand the present condition as stated. I will be sending Cerfified Bank Check for your payment. I'm in no rush until Address: City: State: Zip-code, I will await your massage with details today. Thanks Barry Check has been cleared, I will handle the pick up when you must have gotten your cash at hand. Please get back to me wi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous North Brunswick, NJ, United States 2013-03-08 05:25:29 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Trying to sell item in NJ Craigslist and this scammer is a moron Scammer Information They are trying to scam me for $950 for shipping charge, by saying they sent me "Paypal Email" that is only released when I send them there western union payment.
The spoof email came from this email address: fundsdetails_onlineverify@secureroot.com
DO NOT ANSWER A TEXT FROM THIS NUMBER!!
They want the Western Union payment sent to this address:
Name : Terry Dunn
Address: 615 Ohio 123
City: Lebanon
State:OH
Zip code: 45036
Country: USA… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Fort Wayne, IN, United States 2013-03-07 13:19:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Probable scam Scammer Information Hi,
Am glad it's available.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 and I will not be back to town soon. I don't mind adding an extra fifty dollars so you can keep it in my favor, please send me more pictures and I do hope it is in good condition? Reply me with your full name, cell phone number, and address where payment should be sent to.I will… Read Full Report ⇒ |