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Transacting business with forum members who have not established a reputation here
May 26, 2018, 02:50 PM
westsdadTransacting business with forum members who have not established a reputation here
Yes, this is mail fraud. I would request both your funds back and let them know that you want to have the scum prosecuted.
http://about.usps.com/publicat...pub300a_tech_024.htm
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May 26, 2018, 03:00 PM
reloader-1quote:
Originally posted by musc:
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Originally posted by az4783054:
Contact USPS Inspectors. They're relentless. They may ask if you want to prosecute or get your funds back. My choice would be to prosecute. Restitution can come after adjudication in criminal trial. Get a felony arrest on his record.
^^ This. I had a similar situation about 6-7 years ago where I sent a USPS MO and was scammed. It look a few months but I did get my money back. I wish I had prosecuted but at that time I was to the point where I wanted my $2k back. You can contact the USPS inspectors a few different ways at the link below. Good luck sir.
http://about.usps.com/publicat...pub300a_tech_024.htm
I would let them know this is a firearms related investigation. That may increase the urgency of their response...
May 26, 2018, 03:04 PM
LS1 GTOquote:
Originally posted by Andyb:
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Originally posted by LS1 GTO:
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Originally posted by Andyb:
I notified Para as soon as I researched and realized he was a scammer but it was too late for me. I had already sent the money order. Hopefully it helps other members who have yet to send him anything.
New question. I sent a Postal Money Order signature required to the address and name he gave. What recourse do I have? Any chance I'll see my $915 again?
I think I'll go have an angry beer.
Get to the post office NOW and have it cancelled. Explain to the postal clerk why.
Closed until 830 Monday :/ I plan to be there though
For $900 I'd call the main office in the city and find out what time they close.
Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.
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May 26, 2018, 03:06 PM
LS1 GTOquote:
Originally posted by Andyb:
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Originally posted by nshumway:
andyb try that link immediately. You might be able to stop it now.
Unfortunately it was delivered/signed for yesterday.
Damn, that changes things.
Maybe call the local John Q. Law where his address is?
Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.
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May 26, 2018, 03:10 PM
Lord VaalicPostal Inspector all the way. They are less likely to brush you off.
Don't weep for the stupid, or you will be crying all day May 26, 2018, 03:18 PM
OKCGenequote:
Originally posted by Andyb:
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Originally posted by LS1 GTO:
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Originally posted by Andyb:
I notified Para as soon as I researched and realized he was a scammer but it was too late for me. I had already sent the money order. Hopefully it helps other members who have yet to send him anything.
New question. I sent a Postal Money Order signature required to the address and name he gave. What recourse do I have? Any chance I'll see my $915 again?
I think I'll go have an angry beer.
Get to the post office NOW and have it cancelled. Explain to the postal clerk why.
Closed until 830 Monday :/ I plan to be there though
Are you in Oklahoma City? The airport post office is open today until 6pm and is open tomorrow (Sunday) from 9:30 AM until 6PM. They do close for a lunch hour. 6500 Air Cargo Road.
Edit: whoops sorry I posted before reading the whole thread. I see now what you sen was delivered. Maybe it's not been cashed yet? Wouldn't hurt to find out today.
Man that sucks, sorry this happened.
May 26, 2018, 04:12 PM
DaBigBRAny chance this went to my state? I'm aware of a repeat scammer in my area and can put you in contact with a detective who is handling cases involving him.
May 26, 2018, 04:19 PM
Mutiny+1 on the postal inspector. I was scammed online on a car engine many years ago. The postal inspector was ruthless and took care of finding the douchebag that scammed me.
May 26, 2018, 05:24 PM
PGTOne reason I always pay with a USPS money order or check sent via US mail unless the person is known to be of good rep. Sorry you have to deal with this.
That P7M13 for $1700 was low this morning and had my spidey senses tingling.
May 26, 2018, 06:01 PM
davetruongThank you Para! I send dozens of packages out a week for members, whom all have established reputations on SF or referrals of members with built reputations. Thank you for keeping an eye out for us!
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May 26, 2018, 07:06 PM
K46tankMan, I'm really sorry this scumbag ripped you off.
+1 for contacting the Postal Inspector. His profile "says" his occupation is Law Enforcement. If that is true......which is a longshot.........and if you have his name and address, then see if you can figure out what agency he works for and call their Internal Affairs/Professional Standards unit and report him there as well.
May 26, 2018, 07:19 PM
220-9erNo contact info in the profile.
How did he have things sent to him and communicate?
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May 26, 2018, 07:38 PM
AckksI'm really sorry this happened to you. I can't imagine how you feel, but hopefully you figured it out soon enough that you get it back.
May 26, 2018, 08:43 PM
Aquabirdsorry that happened. I guess it could have easily been me.
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May 27, 2018, 12:47 AM
dgb2324If it happened close to MN let me know and I can look into it. Email in profile.
May 27, 2018, 07:20 AM
burnetmaYes, where does this scum live?
May 27, 2018, 07:30 AM
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May 27, 2018, 07:32 AM
V-TailIf you post the bastage's name and the address that you sent the money order to, it might help prevent a similar loss from another member here.
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henryazquote:
Originally posted by davetruong:
Thank you Para! I send dozens of packages out a week for members, whom all have established reputations on SF or referrals of members with built reputations. Thank you for keeping an eye out for us!
I feel the same way. I don't sell a lot, but I always list my item with USPO as the only payment. Once I find out the buyer is a name I recognize, and who has a well-established record of membership and participation, I'll accept a check, and they usually get my stuff before I receive their payment.
Thanks for keeping this place so well managed, Para.
May 27, 2018, 09:55 AM
patwThat is sad to hear that someone got scammed here. These jerks are doing this all over the place. Too bad we can't string 'em up.