Posted an AC unit on Craigslist. Buyer from Texas wanted to pay via PayPal. Once I gave them my email to transfer funds, I received an email from PayPal confirming my request for a password change. I called immediately, as I had not requested a change. They had no record of my request so knew it was a scam. In the next few minutes I received 4 more emails, all similar:
You have received a PayPal Payment of $1,350 USD from Mona Davis.
We've placed a temporary hold on the funds of this transaction
We wish to inform you that Mona Davis has made her intentions known to PayPal that she will like $350 USD to be sent to the recipient's address below via Western Union Money Transfer and as per New PayPal Payment policy, we have fully debited the total amount (above) from the buyer's account which included the Transport/Delivery Charges ( SHIPPING COMPANY).
In order to complete this transaction and get the funds approved in your account. We advice you go to nearest Western Union Office, and send the $350 USD to the Transport Agent and send us a Scanned Copy/Photograph of your Western Union Transaction Receipt (in .JPG Format).
NOTE: This is a security measure intended to help protect both the Buyer and the Seller.We apologize for the inconvenience that has caused you.
Agent Information
Address: Courtney Grant
820 Southeast Pkwy apt 24
Azle, Tx 76020
The email is a fake, not from Paypal. They don't really want your item, just your money... the so called "shipping company" is the scammer's other persona.
Got a text at 1:30am about my wedding dress. As soon as I said I only sell locally, no shipping... I got no response back. I loomed up the number, found out it was a scam and text them that they were busted and I was reporting the number. Still no response. Forth time I've had a bogus hit on my Craigslist post.
This person texted me at midnight - they asked if my item listed on Craigslist was still available- i said yes - they said: I am just asking about it to make sure its in good condition as i am buying it for my cousin as a surprise and She doesn't know about it, so can you assure me i will not be disappointed? also no shipment involved as i have a pick up agent that will come for it.I'm satisfied with your price ....more so send me your paypal details / paypal email so that i can pay in
This person is trying to hack PayPal accounts! Make sure to report this number immediately!!!