Can you tell us any more about this individual? The eBay name he went by?
At least what city he operated from? Actually, the city or area where he
was based would probably be the most valuable information since he's likely
to create new identities in the future.
I'm at the point where I'll only buy on eBay if the seller uses Pay Pal.
I sometimes make exceptions if I really want the item being sold and it's
really hard to find.
-- Original Message --
>To All:
>
>I recently had the misfortune to be robbed on eBay. A seller posted six
>cameras that sold within hours of each other. We all learned too late that
>it was a complete scam--the guy collected six money orders and never had
>any cameras to sell. It was a simple robbery. eBay "fraud protection" covers
>you up to $200, but beyond that you're on your own. I'm out $325, and I
can ill
>afford the loss right now.
>
>The same guy did the same thing on MSN and who knows where else. His victims
>on eBay included a Canadian couple who are newly unemployed after 30 years
>(each!) with a paper company, and a Navy Lieutenant and his wife on duty
>in Japan.
>
>We're pursuing it with the police, but we're having a hard time interesting
>them in the case. So far it's been nothing but red tape.
>
>Word to the Wise--BEWARE. Always cover yourself on eBay. The online world
>is changing for the worse with every passing day.
--
Mark Roberts
www.robertstech.com
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