Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2013-06-04 19:35:44 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |   Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:10213 Scammer Information I had a motorcycle for sale in Memphis Craigslist. He texted me offering to pay full price with a check that would clear before I shipped the bike. I figured him for a scammer and told him the price had gone up $500. He readily agreed to pay the increase and then I knew it was a scam.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Ann Arbor, MI, United States 2013-06-02 16:01:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  suspicious response to Craigslist posting. She was reported to Scamdex 5 days earlier, and phone number is out of California. Scammer Information My craigslist posting specifically said "please type the word "green" into the subject heading so I know it's a real person and not a scam, and this was not followed, plus it had the feel of a generated-response. I checked here and found this same email used 5 days previously in a scam, with a phone number that was in California. I was selling a 5-piece furniture set in Detroit !… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Burleson, TX, United States 2013-05-29 20:36:37 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | The begging started one day and the next day the check bounced Scammer Information I was offering for sale a set of wheels and tires on Craigslist. I was contacted by email and asked to send information so that they can send me a check. The email requested my address and and phone number. No one ever physically show up at my addrees to examine the wheels & tires. Fraud indicator #1, no one physically looking at the merchandise.
I receive in the US postal a priority mail letter with tracking information and a check for a lot more than the listed value of… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Portland, OR, United States 2013-05-29 12:46:59 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 brouder declan strikes again via craigslist Scammer Information Am okay with the price of the item.I will like the shipping to be handle by Post Office so i will add up the shipping cost,also I will be doing the payment Paypal money transfer. do send me your PayPal Email ID with Name or send me paypal money request to brouder.declan@yahoo.com.
To proceed with the payment for the item.
So i wait to read from you soon.
Thanks… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Lubbock, TX, United States 2013-05-29 03:05:29 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Phishy response from Larry Moore Scammer Information Scammer responded to my craigslist ad with the same response given for others. Scammer seems to want an email response (it's a good bet mine has been put on a spam list since I responded - ugh):
Hello I'm interested,
I hope it's in good condition,
kindly send me an email at farrenjr@gmail.com.
Larry Moore Thank you.
Original craigslist post:http://lubbock.craigslist.org/msg/3832490782.html… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Fergus Falls, MN, United States 2013-05-28 16:44:55 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Offer to purchase my item from craigslist but can't come to look at it. Wants my name and address to havehis bank send out che Scammer Information Responded to a craigslist ad. He requested my name and address in order to have his bank send a check, even though he can't come and look at the item. DO NOT GIVE OUT YOUR ADDRESS TO ANYONE YOU DON'T KNOW OR HAVEN'T TALKED TO PERSONALLY.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Spring, TX, United States 2013-05-28 00:35:51 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:10046 Scammer Information 1st Email:
Hello I'm interested, I hope it's in good condition,kindly send me an email at farrenjr@gmail.com. Larry Moore Thank you.
2nd Email :
Hello how are you doing? Is Check a fine form of payment, then after it
clears your Bank i'll arrange for a mover to come over for the pick up?
If you are OK with it, let me have your name and address to send the payment
to and a mobile number to contact you at. What is your final pric… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Rochester, MN, United States 2013-05-26 13:28:09 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:10019 Scammer Information Asked if vehicle was still available. Said "Can you assure me I will not be disappointed...buying this for my nephew...I will have a pickup agent pick up the car...Do you have a paypal account."… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Jeremy Colton, WA, United States 2013-05-22 03:09:32 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2009 sun tracker pontoon Scammer Information Offering a 2009 sun tracker party barge for VERY low price. The "seller" is supposedly a military spouse whose husband died 3 months ago. Says they to through Google Finance.... Well google finance has to do with stocks/portfolios etc... NOT merchandise transactions. Here is the first contact letter, which, is almost word for word identical as others ive researched;
From: Evelyne Morley [mailto:ev.morley39@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, May 20, 2013 12:03 AM
To: (name re… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Merchantville, NJ, United States 2013-05-21 19:12:38 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Day/Night Spa Receptionist/Mail Clerk::::::::::::::::::::::$19-22/HR (Anywhere) Scammer Information Day/Night Spa Receptionist/Mail Clerk::::::::::::::::::::::$19-22/HR (Anywhere)
Position involves answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry, filing and patient interaction. Office experience is preferred, but all candidates will be considered.
Applicant should be professional, friendly, punctual, and detail-oriented.
High school diploma or GED is preferred
Hours - Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm.
Please submit Resume via email.
•Compensation:… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Bozeman, MT, United States 2013-05-18 20:04:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | I am selling my Toyota Scammer Information Thanks a lot for the email. Am buying it for my son who just graduated
on top of his class in National University in California, he studied
Business Law and Professional Ethics Minor and am so proud of him . I
want it as a surprise package to appreciate him towards his
achievement and to be delivered before my arrival home.
I work with SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF and we are
presently offshore in US Taranaki Basin on kapo project. We do not
have access to … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom 2013-05-18 18:10:40 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Vasilis Tsompanidis Scammer Information I have received the same email replies from Vas Panidis following an enquiry to a Craigslist posting.
I believe this is indeed an Internet scam and would warn other potential victims NOT to provide any personal details. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Des Moines, IA, United States 2013-05-17 21:02:07 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Two. 2005 Honda Rincon and Trailer Scammer Information Offering Two 4Wheelers and trailer for sale for $1900.00 dollars. Wants the buyer to give money up front and will ship. After checking the site I see this same ad and 4Wheelers were offered under a different name and state.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Easton, MD, United States 2013-05-16 19:22:28 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | out of town and willing to pay full price Scammer Information Out of town and can only pay via paypal. willing to pay full price and has someone ready to pick the boat up.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Easton, MD, United States 2013-05-16 19:17:46 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Buyer was out of town and wanted to pay via paypal Scammer Information Long story about being out of town in US Taranaki Basin on Kapo Project. His son is graduating with honors from National University in California and wants it as a gift for him. Willing to pay asking price. Has already made arrangements with courier to pick up.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Colleen Bracci Rochester, NY, United States 2013-05-14 19:12:55 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslit ad -truck for sale... Gerry Wolam Scammer Information Sent me several texts about a truck I have for sale. Wanted to send me check and wait until it clears to have truck picked up. Suspected scam when I called the number back and got fax tone, and when I texted him to call me and he never did. Thanks to your site, I see the guy is a scam artist and moron since he keeps using the same name.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Mike Lambert Los Angeles, CA, United States 2013-05-14 17:16:02 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Fake Seller Scammer Information
How are you? the condition of the rods are brand new but the reels have been used a few times (if that) but they are in like brand new condition. Just recently the Iron reel was professionally cleaned and oiled and ready to go. I really can't go any lower than $46005.00. Hope to hear from you soon after you pay me the half payment before i can ship the items to you.
Thanks
Steven
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| No Name The Colony, TX, United States 2013-05-14 13:24:31 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +6 Larry Moore Craigslist Scam Scammer Information Item unseen. Pay by check. Send movers to pick it up. Trying to get extra personal details.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous St. Petersburg, FL, United States 2013-05-14 12:32:21 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigs List Response Scammer Information A response to a craigs list posting:
Hello,
I came across your posting, I hope its in suitable condition for purchase? Can
you get back to me on my # 830 200-0778.(Text works best, but if you call,
please leave a message and I'll get back to you)on more details on its present
state? What is your bottom dollar? Hope to hear from you soon.
Scott.
Interestingly, the subject line on the email said "target subject" and not the item that was listed for sale. Also receiv… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Harlesden, Brent, United Kingdom 2013-05-13 14:47:12 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | EUR860 / 1br - 580ft² - 1br apartment in Le Marais (Marais, Paris) Scammer Information A well furnished 1 bedroom apt in the Marais available for both long and short term rental. It features:
highspeed wireless internet, heating, airconditioning, washing machine, dishwasher, cable t.v, parking lot, comfotable for a maximum of 4 e.t.c.
Price: 860 euros per month and bills are inclusive except for cleaning(optional) which costs 15 euro per week
Pictures and more details available on request.
For immediate response, contact on: vas.panidis at yahoo dot com
Pl… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Lafayette, CA, United States 2013-05-13 03:22:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Fake Cashier's Check Scammer Information This guy responded to my ad selling a car, after going back and fourth a few times I got this from him:
"Thanks for the pictures and am ready for its purchase . I Would
have love to come over for viewing but I'm afraid that might not be
possible due to my work frame.I am willing to pay you via cashier
check.I don't mind adding an extra $50 for you to take the advert down
from Craigslist, so that i can be rest assured that am in hand of the
item.
I'll be responsible for the p… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Steve Somewhere in United States 2013-05-13 00:34:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | possible bike scam Scammer Information I wasn't scammed, but I was suspicious due to the odd language used in expressing an interest in buying a bike from me. I typed in his phone number and got this web site. Thankfully I did, I would have probably responded and possibly been scammed. I just wanted to report that the same individual is still out there presumably doing the same sorry scams.
Thank you for this very helpful website!!
Steve… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Travis Oconomowoc, WI, United States 2013-05-10 02:10:52 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Gerry Wollam tried to buy my boat on craigslist Scammer Information This guy claiming to be named Gerry Wollam offered to buy my boat as is for full price. He would take care of shipping once his check cleared.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Colusa, CA, United States 2013-05-09 23:02:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist listing Scammer Information I had a saddle for sale; he wanted to send a check, and have a mover arrange to pick it up. A mover? Obviously not a legit client; I had one previously through Bay Area Equestrian Network, wanting the same arrangement except he was going to use Western Union. What's WITH these people?… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Sylmar, CA, United States 2013-05-09 11:43:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigs List scammer Scammer Information Replied to my CL selling bike and emailed me, asked me to email him directly at his email instead of using CL's anonymizer. … Read Full Report ⇒ |