TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | No Name Plano, TX, United States 2012-05-08 14:46:50 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +1 Scammer responded to a Craiglist ad wanting my home address and paypal information. Scammer Information A guy named Justin Terry tried to get my home address and pay pal info on boat I am selling. He has very poor English skills and claims he will buy the boat unseen and send an agent to my house and wire me the money via paypal. Total scammer I am guessing Nigerian. Here is the email he sent:
Hi Mate,
Thanks for the response, I'm Terry by name, I was attracted with the pictures and stated condition of the Product when i went through the Ad, i may not be able to come for… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Kuna, ID, United States 2012-05-08 07:10:49 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 2009 KM 530 XC-W Scammer Information Careful he's a sly little fucker. Luckily I didn't give any important information. DO NOT believe it if I would have gone farther I guarantee I would have been ask for bank account info etc.
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Hello ,
My name is Rachel Williams, and I'm emailing you about the 2009 KTM 530 XCW I have for sale. The bike is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident. The mileage is 170,… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Greg Mathews Poulsbo, WA, United States 2012-05-08 01:48:26 Identity Theft Craigslist (craiglist.com) | craigslist posting 2006 Forest River Grand Surveyor - $4000 Scammer Information travel trailer - 2006 Forest River Grand Surveyor - $4000 (seattle )
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Date: 2012-05-05, 5:05PM PDT
Reply to: znqhz-2998623298@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
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unit is in very clean condition and is ready to be used today
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| No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-05-08 00:35:54 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2002 bayliner trophy walkaround Scammer Information … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Kevin Size / Angela Carter Somewhere in United States 2012-05-07 22:12:21 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 2006 Chevy Impala SS on Craigs List Scammer Information This guy emailed and said his son died and the 2006 Chevy Impala SS for sale had been his. He said he was trying to get rid of it because it brought back bad memories, it was for sale at $2,300. He said he would have it delivered to us at his expense, we could try it out for 5 days and if we wanted to keep, then he would get the money that had been wired to eBay Motors via an ebay invoice. We received eBay inv for trans#7565655232 with ebay customer service 877-749-3321 from … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | John San Francisco, CA, United States 2012-05-07 21:28:07 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Seadoo GTX with Trailer Scammer Information My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the TWO 2005 Seadoo GTX Supercharged I have for sale. The jet skies are in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. They have never been in salt water. One has 85 hours and the other one has 86 hours. They comes with trailer and all the extras included. They have clear titles with no loans or liens on them. The price was reduced at $2,800 as I need to sell … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Sheridan, AR, United States 2012-05-06 11:36:08 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2011 Polaris Sportsman 550 X2 AWD - $2800 (Little Rock ) Scammer Information My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the Polaris I have for sale. The atv 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 115, it has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $2,800 as I need to sell the atv before the 18th of May when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afghanistan, so I don't want it getting old in my back… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | don skinner Elizabethtown, KY, United States 2012-05-05 19:00:10 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Ransdell continues her scam Scammer Information Advertising a 35,000 boat for a unheard of price. Followed up on an email response to get more info to report the scam. Don't ever send money or give your personal info on line.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Indeed Somewhere in United States 2012-05-04 21:20:06 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2009 KM 530 XC-W Scammer Information First email:
Hello ,
My name is Rachel Williams, and I'm emailing you about the 2009 KTM 530 XCW I have for sale. The bike is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident. The mileage is 170, with an 530cc engine size. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3,000 as I need to sell the bike before the 10th of May when I will be leavi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Arlington, VA, United States 2012-05-04 18:44:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:2435 Scammer Information wanting to pay by money order for items being sold on craigslist… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Maria Aguirre Dallas, TX, United States 2012-05-04 17:43:00 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +6 2007 Keystone SUMMERLAND 6200 Scammer Information This guy said his son died and the rv for sale had been his. He said he was trying to get rid of it because it brought back bad memories, it was for sale at $3,600. He said he would have it delivered to us at his expense,we could try it out for 5 days and if we wanted to keep, then he would get the money that had been wired to ebay motors via an ebay invoice. We received ebay inv for trans#665432229 with ebay customer service 877-749-3321 from ebay@buyers-protection-program.c… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| steve b Cherry Hill, NJ, United States 2012-05-04 13:37:45 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | __!!!!!! 1999 Sea Ray 280 CC !!! ___ - $3302 (central NJ ) Scammer Information My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the Sea Ray 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 290 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 reduced at $3,300 as I need to sell the boat before the 15th of May when I will be leaving with my plato… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Yeah Right Somewhere in United States 2012-05-04 05:55:46 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +7 Jane E Ransdell SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF Scammer Information This tractor is a 2002 KUBOTA L48 worth well over $28K used, offering it for $3,600 is preposterous at the very least.
Hello ,
My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the Kubota I have for sale. The tractor is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. It has 162 hours on it. The price was reduced at $3,600 as I need to sell the tractor before the 17th of May when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afghanistan, so I don't want … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Brooklyn, NY, United States 2012-05-04 04:43:38 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 ftm**** 2OO8 SEA DOO SPEEDSTER 150 JET BOAT 55 HRS ****Jbij - $5031 Scammer Information Email 1:
Hi,
Thanks for being interested in buying my boat. The price is 5000 dollars. The price does include shipping and insurance to your address.
Let me know if you are interested.
Thanks
Email 2:
The boat is in Minot, ND.
I want to finish this deal through eBay. eBay will keep the paid amount until you'll receive, inspect and agree with the boat. This is their policy regarding this type of transactions.
It will be shipped from Minot and I'll pay the delivery costs… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Houston, TX, United States 2012-05-03 20:22:32 Identity Theft Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Jane E Ransdell SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF 2002 jeep wrangler $4500 Scammer Information Hello ,
My name is Jane Ransdell, and I'm emailing you about the 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport TJ 4WD that 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 49,196, manual transmission, with an 6 Cyl 4.0L engine size, white exterior and black interior. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | ron harland Caro, MI, United States 2012-05-03 18:54:13 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 john deere 4610 Scammer Information Right now I am at the military base getting ready for Afghanistan. This means that I am doing a special training and I am not allowed to get out of the unit. The tractor is already at the shipping company in Topeka KS sealed and ready for the shipping. My presence won't be necessary because I prearranged the deal with eBay. The deal includes free delivery and it will arrive at your address in 3 days. You will have 5 days to test it and inspect the tractor prior to making any … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| sugarbritches46 Broken Arrow, OK, United States 2012-05-02 11:18:44 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | PAIR OF 2007 SEADOO RXP 215HP SUPERCHARGED Scammer Information Advertising (2) 2007 Seadoos for sale with trailer for 3,300. Claiming to be in OKC, OK . Below are the emails sent back and forth. RED FLAG when said, Oh they aren't in OK they are in KS. What!
Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 11:17 PM
Subject: PAIR OF 2007 SEADOO RXP 215HP SUPERCHARGED
Hello Julie,
My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the PAIR OF 2007 SEADOO RXP I have for sale. The jet skies are in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Maisie Somewhere in United States 2012-05-01 20:56:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2007 Nissan murano Scammer Information She told me that she had a murano in perfect condition but it was located on her military base and wanted me to send the money so she could ship it. This is a sure sign of a scam… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Lisa Manhattan, KS, United States 2012-05-01 19:15:12 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | used car scam Scammer Information My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the 1996 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer XLT I have for sale. The SUV 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 88,789, automatic transmission, with an 5.0L 8 Cylinder gasoline fuel engine , 4WD, red exterior and tan leather interior. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price w… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Ly Somewhere in United States 2012-05-01 19:13:40 Overpayment Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +6 Untitled Overpayment Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:2386 Scammer Information Typical PayPal scam. The guy is working "offshore" and can't come see the "item" for sale but is willin to pay extra money so that his courier service can pick it up.
I have a question though, if I don't give him any real info, am I in any danger if getting hacked if I keep responding to his emails? I've told him that I too am on a boat! Lol, "I'm on a boat!" and that I'm also working as a missionary in Africa, and that I hope our schedules allow us to have tea and crumpets.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| mpweise Limestone, TN, United States 2012-05-01 15:52:22 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 ~~05 Lund Fisherman~~ - $4400 Scammer Information Hello ,
My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you regarding the Lund 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 92 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 reduced at $4,400 as I need to sell the boat before the 5th of May when I will be leaving wi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | E Rudman Elmwood Park, IL, United States 2012-05-01 07:32:47 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 2007 Jayco Jayflight 29BHS 29' Travel Trailer $5000 (Chicago) Scammer Information Beautiful, spacious, travel trailer with an excellent layout! A REAL BEAUTY MUST SEE!!
Contact for additional pictures and info. when I requested more info this is what I received...Hi ,
Right now I am at the military base getting ready for Afghanistan. This means that I am doing a special training and I am not allowed to get out of the unit.
The RV is already at the shipping company in Topeka KS sealed and ready for the shipping. My presence won't be necessary becau… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Dale Springfield, OH, United States 2012-04-30 20:13:29 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 2000 Winnebago Brave $3400.00 Scammer Information 3400 miles, good as new. Says she ships to Afghanstan May 15th. Same type description on a different motor home in April 2012. Worded exactly same on 2 different motor homes. She lives in Andale, Ks. Her or his phone number is 316-444-1300 a landline, not a cell number. She listed the motor home on craigslist in Lexington, Ky.
THIS person belongs in jail. On the phone has a very foreign accent.
She has used several different names on different items but uses the USAF with… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Pamela Holley Columbus, OH, United States 2012-04-30 16:22:32 Identity Theft Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Attorney Caldwell E. Powell Scammer Information Sent an email stating that Janet Brown had made me her benediciary to 10 million dollars.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Pittsburgh, PA, United States 2012-04-30 14:46:31 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1997 Pace Arrow $4300 Scammer Information Right now I am at the military base getting ready for Afghanistan. This means that I am doing a special training and I am not allowed to get out of the unit. The RV is already at the shipping company in Topeka KS sealed and ready for the shipping. My presence won't be necessary because I prearranged the deal with eBay. The deal includes free delivery and it will arrive at your address in 3 days. You will have 5 days to test it and inspect the RV prior to making any purchase a… Read Full Report ⇒ |