TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Sue Mills Billings, MT, United States 2012-08-06 00:54:37 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +2 CRAIGSLIST SCAMMER Scammer Information This guy contacted me regarding a Craigslist item I just listed last night. He seemed quite interested. I told him to phone me and gave him my number. He sent back the following email which matches several of the other complaints about this guy. THANKS SO MUCH for being there Scamdex, or I would have gotten caught up with this joker. I found you when I searched FB with his email address and your website popped up. Cheers! S.
thanks for your quick response, i'm okay … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | michelle Saint Paul, MN, United States 2012-08-05 20:37:42 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  for sale items on craigslist Scammer Information This person was answering my ad I have posted on craigslist for a truck that is for sale. He states he is in the navy and over seas and he wants to purchase this truck through paypal and his uncle would pick up the vehicle after the transaction is complete. When asked for other contact information from this person he quickly ignored the request and jumped back to paypal account. I researched the email address and came to other complaints with this person doing the same thing … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | johnathan El Paso, TX, United States 2012-08-05 17:32:13 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +5 1997 four winds 5000 Scammer Information Claims to have a 1997 four Winds RV motorhome for sale priced at $2580 on craigslist local sales. The add was posted here in El Paso on July 23rd and says he needs to get it sold before the 15th of August. He says the RV is currently in Indianapolis,IN and he is in WA but he will have a 3rd party handle the money. The third party is Autotrader Warehouse which is where the RV is located at and says he will be sent to Afghanistan so he doesnt want it to get old in his backyard.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| johnathan El Paso, TX, United States 2012-08-05 17:32:06 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 1997 four winds 5000 Scammer Information Claims to have a 1997 four Winds RV motorhome for sale priced at $2580 on craigslist local sales. The add was posted here in El Paso on July 23rd and says he needs to get it sold before the 15th of August. He says the RV is currently in Indianapolis,IN and he is in WA but he will have a 3rd party handle the money. The third party is Autotrader Warehouse which is where the RV is located at and says he will be sent to Afghanistan so he doesnt want it to get old in his backyard.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Barbara Somewhere in United States 2012-08-05 12:36:43 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | I placed a ad for expensive furniture on craigslist Scammer Information I posted some antiques and she sent me the exact same email for 3 of my items. Wanted to pay by a check and have someone pick the items up all within 2 days. Red flags popped up so I googled her name and it brought it up as a fraud with that email address.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Rochester, NY, United States 2012-08-05 01:47:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:4347 Scammer Information My name is Kristin, and I'm emailing you about the Ford F-350 I have for sale. The truck is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident. The mileage is 18,094, automatic transmission, with an 7.3L 8 Cylinder Diesel Fuel Turbocharged, white exterior and tan leather interior. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Sally Somewhere in United States 2012-08-03 05:28:13 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Crownline 226LS 300HP Open Bow Boat Scammer Information I saw the following ad on Craigslist:
Hello,
My name is Natasha, and I'm emailing you about the Crownline Boat I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Excellent condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. Powered by 300 horse Mercruiser 350 MAG engine with only 198 hrs and will come with trailer and all the extras included. I legally own a clear title, free of any liens or loans, under … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Lake City, SC, United States 2012-08-03 00:47:32 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1994 ranger 491 vs bass boat Scammer Information Hi,
My name is Jeanine Thompson, and I'm emailing you regarding the 1994 Ranger 491 VS that I have for sale. It is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident.It has a clear title,3.0 LITER 225 Length (feet): 21.5.I'm selling the boat because my 22's years old son died 3 months ago in a car accident. A drunk driver hit him and his fiancé. They were with … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | michael bower Somewhere in United States 2012-08-02 18:35:54 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 Sgt. Tany Malinowski NCOIC FET 32th IBCT Scammer Information Did not talk to them - sent email and recieved this one back.
My name is Tany Malinowski, and I'm emailing you regarding the 2007 Chaparral 256 SSX that I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. It has 120 hours and it comes with trailer and all the extras included. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was red… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Massapequa, NY, United States 2012-08-02 14:54:57 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | I'm selling a Kayak in Craigslist, LI,NY Scammer Information Am ok with the price and the condition, am buying it for my personal
use because i’ll be back at home soon leaving our site as am into
US Forestry Service and presently in the Forest. i won’t be able to come
for the inspection due to the nature of my work and i would have love
to call in personally but we have call restriction here due to rules
given to us and am only having chance to email you when am on my PC
doing some research. i will be paying you through P… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Carlinville, IL, United States 2012-08-02 13:51:43 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 2004 Cardinal 5th Wheel - $4400 (st louis ) Scammer Information
Extra features: One owner. Less than 5000 miles. New awning, microwave. Gel coated outside. Special end cap. KING size bed. Separate ice maker comes with. Solar battery charger.
Hello,
My name is Tany Malinowski, and I'm emailing you about the 2004 Cardinal 5th Wheel have for sale.
It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $4,400.00 as I need to sell this trailer before the 12th of August when I will be leaving with my platoon back to A… Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Jessica Lettich Pantin, Seine-Saint-Denis, France 2012-08-02 13:08:53 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Aliner Camper - Philadelphia Area Scammer Information One-line ad included photo of camper in perfect condition and an unrealistic price. Email response was:
Hello,
My name is Polly Capetillo, I'm emailing you regarding the 2004 Aliner Cabin A Explorer 14 feet that I have for sale. The camper is in perfect condition, with no need for additional repairs, no special marks whatsoever, never been involved in any accidents. The interior looks great (smoke-free). The camper is very nice and very clean with no leaks at all. Everythi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Lake Geneva, WI, United States 2012-08-01 22:26:44 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Scam Scammer Information
Mina Djordoke
Jul 27 (5 days ago)
to me
OK,i am ready to purchase it ASAP.I anticipate that I'll have a Certified Business Check issued out to you from my bank .I'm in no rush with you till fund's are cleared.You do not have to bother yourself about the pick up. I'll instruct a Shipping Co Agent to come for pick up at your door,when you must have gotten your cash at hand.
Kindly e-mail me back with your physical address such as Name,Address City, State, Zip-code, Phone N… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | ron Columbia, SC, United States 2012-08-01 21:51:12 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | ranger bass boat for sale Scammer Information Hello again,
Please let me explain to you the process of this transaction and you can decide if you want to proceed or not.
As I told you in my first email, I recently lost my son. I also got a new job and moved to Omaha,Nebraska in order to start over. I'm in Omaha but my presence won't be necessary because I prearranged the deal with Amazon. The boat is in Omaha at the shipping company, ready to be delivered. The deal includes free delivery and it will arrive at your addr… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Fort Wayne, IN, United States 2012-08-01 20:49:16 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigs list scam Scammer Information I was selling my boat and received a email from someone in cali wanting to purchase my boat. I didnt really think this was a big deal because I am also looking for a boat in the mid west. the person offered to pay for the boat thru paypal and asked for my information. I sent them my email and the figured I should search her name and came across your web page. I have since deleted the email from my paypal account so hopefully this will take care of any problems.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Portland, OR, United States 2012-08-01 20:09:52 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | selling rv Scammer Information Selling RV at too low of a price his reply was that he was being deployed and didn't want to let RV just sit. He stated that Autotrader would deliver in 3-5 days at that time he would have Autotrader collect payment. I replied was paying cash and he stopped communicating at that point! He's done this a lot all over US he lives in Fl. and will probably be getting a visit in Nov. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Langley, British Columbia, Canada 2012-08-01 15:00:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:4293 Scammer Information Hello,
My name is Evan, and I'm emailing you about the 2003 Tioga Fleetwood 24D Motorhome I have for sale. The RV is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition. It has never been involved in an accident.The mileage is 61,731, it has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $5,100 as I need to sell the RV before the 8th of august when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afghanistan, so … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Jeremiah Monmouth, OR, United States 2012-08-01 03:53:18 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Craigslist Scam Scammer Information This was in response to an ad we put on craigslist to sell a motorhome. What made me think it might be a scam is that we also got a response from Joseph William and I thought the last names were just to close to be true. When I googled "oceanist" it came up with this same letter in response to an ad.
Original email:
Hello, my name is Vivian Williams I found your post on Craiglist, so I
> wanted to know if you still have the item available for sale. Please
> let me know… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| S Nadler New York, NY, United States 2012-07-31 22:46:51 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Mgtd wheels Craigslist Scammer Information You should go to scam rip off report and see your profile. At least change your dialog in between scams. So in response no , your full of shit! But I will be sure to add my dealings with you to the list and report you to Craigslist.Â
Sent from slnadlermail@yahoo.com
On Jul 30, 2012, at 11:25 PM, Joseph William wrote:
sorry i can only make the payment via the bank business check for security reason and the check will only takes two to three days bef… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Alison Schneck Coppell, TX, United States 2012-07-31 20:34:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2011 Polaris Sportsman Touring LE 850 Scammer Information My husband sent a request to Ms. Henson requesting for us to come out and look at the 4 wheeler she listed for sale on Craiglist in our local area (McKinney, Texas -DFW area). She informed us that she has listed it all over the United States and that she is not local, that we can not look at it first and that we must work through amazon to pay and pushed for us to provide payment information.
We received the following response which looks amazing similar to another scam w… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Germantown, MD, United States 2012-07-31 19:08:36 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Crownline 226LS 300HP Open Bow Boat Scammer Information Advertising a boat for a very low to good to be true price
E-mail response below
Subject: RE: 2005 Crownline 226LS 300HP Open Bow Boat
Hello,
My name is Sergio, and I'm emailing you about the 2005 Crownline 226LS 300HP Open Bow Boat I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. It has 300HP Mercruiser 350 MAG engine and… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Steve Carlsbad, CA, United States 2012-07-31 18:10:09 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 Look Out james bristo is at it again he also uses titloylosea@gmail.com Scammer Information Hello
Is it still up for sale?
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| Steve Carlsbad, CA, United States 2012-07-31 18:04:00 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:4267 Scammer Information
Thanks for the mail...I will appreciate more pictures..I am ready to buy it now ,and due to the nature of my work,phone calls making and visiting of website are restricted but i squeezed out time to check this advert and send you an email regarding it.i would be glad to pay for it as soon as possible though i will not be available to come for an inspection due to my tight
schedule.Kindly get back to me with the following questions below
1) What is… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Betsy Minneapolis, MN, United States 2012-07-31 02:28:43 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Amazing 1975 Airstream AIRSTREAM - $1800 Scammer Information After I answered a Craigslist ad for an Airstream trailer, I received this response. The ad had already been flagged for removal, so I suspected it was a scam. I Googled the content of her message and found many similar scams listed here & on other scam sites. Here is the message I received:
From: Kami Simpson
Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 8:44 PM
Subject: 1975 Airstream AIRSTREAM
Hi,
My name is Kami Simpson, and I'm emailing you regarding the 1… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Lisa Lin Somewhere in United States 2012-07-30 17:34:20 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Watson Donna R MSgt USAF ANG 184 MUNS MXWPB Scammer Information Has product (boat, RV, car for example) up for sale. Engages in email exchange. Promises to deliver product--deal arranged thru Amzazon. Has several aliases: Kristin Bennett, Maria Swanson, Jennifer Cohen. Uses title MSgt USAF ANG 184 MUNS MXWPB.
I was looking for a boat, and found 2 of her ads. Then I found pictures of the same boat at a dealership. I called the dealer to verify that they had the boat. I could have been taken by this person!
Right now I am at the mi… Read Full Report ⇒ |