by Michelle
Thu Sep 09, 2010 1:31 pm
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Fake or Stolen Passport : UK 093213543
The thief will tell you that you can rent his accommodation only if you can prove that you have genuine interest. He will ask you send money by wire transfer (normally Western Union) to yourself or a member of the family to show that you have sufficient finances and that you are not a "time waster".
Another variation of this scam is that you need to send (by Western Union) money in order that the keys and other documents can be couriered to you
He will ask you to send him the transfer details.
Make no mistake ! Western Union Transfers can be picked up virtually anywhere in the world and with the minimum of identification. They are almost impossible to trace once the money has been collected. You will never get to see the accommodation or your money again.
If you are reading this because you are looking for property to rent, and you are in contact with this thief you are probably searching Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment by Western Union before viewing, then it will also be a scam. Please forward the mail to me at the address in my signature line and I will investigate and list them if necessary.
Da: Alicia Ann J < [email protected] >
Inviato: Gio 9 settembre 2010,
Oggetto: Details of the flat in King's Cross with some pictures
Hi,
Thanks for your response to my ad.The flat is two bedroom apartment but you will be sharing with a professional female from Australia.She's 23y/o and work in Finance and here is little details about the flat before we proceed.
Flat address: Argyle Street, King's Cross,London
Post Code: WC1H 8DU
Rent: £500 per month for a room,all bills included
Security deposit:£600 refundable after four weeks in the flat.
Minimum Stay: 1 Month(s)
Maximum stay:1 yr with the option of extending the contract after 12 months
Moving in date: the room is currently available but I'm flexible with moving in date.
Flat amenities:TV ,CD - DVD - Video,Radio,High-speed Internet with WiFi,Washing Machine ,dryer, Heating, iron and Ironing board,Gas cooker,Electric Kettle,Toaster,Dishwasher,Refrigerator, Microwave e.t.c
The pictures of the flat are hereby attached with this email.
Location:
Going out
Flat is just south of king's cross which is world-renowned for its club district. alternatively, soho and camden town are both 15-20 minute walks away. the area is safe and close to several entertainment districts which is perfect for those late nights! you will always feel comfortable coming home late at night in your convenient, safe neighbourhood.
shopping
from the flat, it is only 5 minutes south to a large waitrose, 5 minutes to a tesco, and 15 mins north to an even larger sainsburys. a small m&s is located in king's cross station which is convenient if you don't want to travel too far – it is literally 1 min to the station. also, it is just a 20 minute walk to oxford street - one of the most famous shopping districts in the world!
open spaces
you can reach regent's park within 20 mins of walking - a perfect warm up for a daily jog. several smaller parks are located in vicinity (i. e. within 1 min walk) - amenities include basketball and tennis courts, and the park outside has one of those new adult jungle gyms with workout equipment. also, russel square and corams fields are only 5 minutes away on foot.
transport connections
Literally 100m south of king's cross station! in addition to several bus routes (too numerous to mention) king's cross underground is on the northern, victoria,piccadilly, metropolitan, circle and hammersmith and city lines. it has trains servicing absolutely everywhere - even including france! door to door, you can be in france in 1. 5 hours - which is less time than most people spend commuting each day! thames link services also run from this station and connect to the city quickly via train.
Cheers,
Alicia.
Fake or Stolen Passport : UK 093213543
The thief will tell you that you can rent his accommodation only if you can prove that you have genuine interest. He will ask you send money by wire transfer (normally Western Union) to yourself or a member of the family to show that you have sufficient finances and that you are not a "time waster".
Another variation of this scam is that you need to send (by Western Union) money in order that the keys and other documents can be couriered to you
He will ask you to send him the transfer details.
Make no mistake ! Western Union Transfers can be picked up virtually anywhere in the world and with the minimum of identification. They are almost impossible to trace once the money has been collected. You will never get to see the accommodation or your money again.
If you are reading this because you are looking for property to rent, and you are in contact with this thief you are probably searching Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment by Western Union before viewing, then it will also be a scam. Please forward the mail to me at the address in my signature line and I will investigate and list them if necessary.
