Craigslist, Ebay and other online buying/selling scams.
by mrdeedreid Mon Nov 18, 2013 11:55 pm
Received this email. Not sure if everything is legit.

Hello __________,

Thank you for your inquiry. This is Olivia Kevan from QUALITY AND VALUE LTD (UK). Our company can supply you 100% original brand new "Sony PlayStation 4 500GB Console +2 Dualshock4 Wireless Controllers +6 Games" with complete accessories factory sealed in box and french plug will be inluded.

Price:
Sony PlayStation 4 500GB Jet Black Console +2 Dualshock4 Wireless Controllers +6 Games (Brand New) = $168.60 USD / pc, including shipping.

Minimum Order Quantity: 10 Pieces.
Warranty: One (1) year international warranty.
Postage & Handling: DHL / FedEx / EMS.
Delivery Time: 3 Working Days (Door Step Delivery).
Payment Methods: Western Union / MoneyGram / Bank Transfer
Return Policy: You can return most new and unopened items within 14 days of delivery for a full refund. We bear responsibilities and handle returned cost charges for returned damages items.

While you are interested in it? Kindly forward your reply directly to our email address ([email protected]) for faster and further communication.

We look forward to working with you in the New Year and in making 2013 your most successful year ever!

Best Regards
Olivia Kevan
Marketing Manager
********************************************************
QUALITY AND VALUE LTD
Unit 4, Whitegate Business Centre Jardine Way Chadderton Oldham Lancashire OL9 9JT United Kingdom
Tel: +448715034117
Mobile: +447024023891
E-mail: [email protected]
Skype ID: letstalkbusiness_1
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by AlanJones Tue Nov 19, 2013 12:04 am
This is a total scam.

1. The "company" is using a live.co.uk email address, which a legitimate business would not do.
2. They are using an 070 personal redirect number (which can be redirected anywhere in the world), which again a legitimate business would not do.
3. The price of the PS4 is way too cheap (Amazon UK have it on pre-order for £349) and it isn't released in the UK until 29/11.
4. The payment methods offered (Western Union, Moneygram and bank transfer) are standard scammer methods as they are un-reversible.

The PS4 is a brand new console and demand is high, so no one is going to be selling it at bargain privces unless they are trying to scam you.

Please do not tell scammers that they are listed here - it will take them seconds to change their fake details and their new details will not be listed for any future victims to find.
by mrdeedreid Tue Nov 19, 2013 12:09 am
Great. Thanks for the help.
by mrdeedreid Tue Nov 19, 2013 12:16 am
1 thing I just thought of, I sent a copy of the receipt to them - stupid I know. MoneyGram stopped the money forwarding to them though because they were suspicious and I am getting money back. What should I do to protect myself since I sent the receipt?
by mrdeedreid Tue Nov 19, 2013 12:32 am
The receipt has has part of my debit card number on it. I'm pretty sure the best thing to do is to get a different debit card. Not sure though. Any suggestions?
by AlanJones Tue Nov 19, 2013 1:03 am
I wouldn't worry about them having part of your debit card number, as there is nothing they can do with that (although if it does worry you then speak to your bank and see what they advise). The scammer will probably be based somewhere like West Africa or Asia and are only interested in easy money, and sitting in the cybercafe sending out scam emails.

Please do not tell scammers that they are listed here - it will take them seconds to change their fake details and their new details will not be listed for any future victims to find.

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