by Con Warner
Sun Nov 04, 2012 5:08 pm
Originating IP: 41.138.175.71
Originating ISP: Visafone Communications Limited
City: Lagos
Country of Origin: Nigeria
This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram or bank transfer with a promise that you can have the keys to a property that does not belong to him.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, he will ask for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union or MoneyGram payment to a lawyer,a friend or family member.
In either case, if payment is made and you give this person the details, they will collect the money.
You will not hear from them 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 Craigslist, Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment 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.
Originating ISP: Visafone Communications Limited
City: Lagos
Country of Origin: Nigeria
From: Krester Laurel <[email protected]>
To: Con Warner
Sent: Wednesday, 31 October 2012, 11;11
Subject: Re: £40 / 1br - 660ft² - AN ARCHITECTURAL PIECES CLOSE TO THE HEARTHROW (CENTRAL LONDON-WESTMINISTER)
VACATION HOMES RENTAL
Hello
Thanks for your interest in my apartment.
This is to confirm your date is available.
Check in December 23rd to check out 30th.
Total Deposit: £280 for 7nights @ £40 per night which includes all taxes no hidden fees.
To secure the Apartment for your dates, 50% of the rental fee will be required =( £140) + £250 a refundable security deposit, your total fee to book the Apartment for your desire dates is = £390
The balance would be paid in cash on arrival before you are check-in to the apartment.
The date requested will be secured and reserved once you have filled and signed the booking forms and the said amount has been paid.
EXACT LOCATION;
105 CHESTERFIELD STREET CENTRAL WESTMINSTER LONDON,ENGLAND.
Bedrooms:
* 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3
* Bedroom 1, 2 Sleep Sofa /Futon, 1 Queen
* Large queen size bed with brand new mattress
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom
Bathroom 1 - 1 Toilet, Shower
Sheets and towels included; linens changed.
MODE OF PAYMENT;
MONEY-GRAM AND WESTERN UNION.
Please feel free to email me for any other information concerning the apartment and booking.
I wait for your prompt response for booking and reservation.
Regards,
Laurel
This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram or bank transfer with a promise that you can have the keys to a property that does not belong to him.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, he will ask for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union or MoneyGram payment to a lawyer,a friend or family member.
In either case, if payment is made and you give this person the details, they will collect the money.
You will not hear from them 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 Craigslist, Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment 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.
