Potential Craigslist scammer 0

[JollyComics]

Always aloof at Craigslist but gave a try. I knew I may have a potential scammer.

First time, I used CL as the seller and someone is interested in my collection WITHOUT any offers or negotiations. He wanted to buy my collection at my FULL price without a hesitation HOWEVER he lives in Texas. I live in Illinois. One BIG puzzle is that his cell phone is 847-530-9993. Area Code 847 is where I live. How did he has that number while he lives in Texas?  I checked the phone number online and it is Northbrook area --- only 15 minutes away from home by driving.

His name is Joey Charles (that is what I got his name via his email [joey11qc@gmail.com]).

He will mail me the $45 or $50 cashier's check (he writes inconsistently) overnight and wanted me to cash it for few days until it is clear then he will send his mover. The mover will give me the check (full amount I asked for) and picks my collection up.

I don't think it will work for me but I will try his check at my bank if it is authentic.  Should I take the mover to the bank and verify the check that has the fund?  Will it scare the mover away?  Maybe Joey is the mover.  Should I go ahead to inquire him more specific information?

What is your thought?

[JollyComics]

Other phone number is 408-780-2625.  His nephew's number. His uncle's (Joey) number is 847-530-9993.  Checked on the area code 408. It is San Jose California.

I noticed he deleted the text messages on Monday and Tuesday.

[revat]

is the second check supposed to be a cashier's check too?  If the 1st check clears, and the 2nd check is exactly the same type, it should be alright.  If you happen to get robbed, the first check (if it is legit) should still be enough of a lead for the police to track this guy down.

Regardless, categorize all aspects of the interaction, including the license plates of anyone picking up the comics and hopefully taking a photo of that person, save the envelope the check is sent in, etc.  Also, don't be alone when the guy comes to get the comics.  If you have one of the front door cameras or other security cameras around your house, make sure those are on.

[JollyComics]

7 minutes ago, revat said:

is the second check supposed to be a cashier's check too?  If the 1st check clears, and the 2nd check is exactly the same type, it should be alright.  If you happen to get robbed, the first check (if it is legit) should still be enough of a lead for the police to track this guy down.

Regardless, categorize all aspects of the interaction, including the license plates of anyone picking up the comics and hopefully taking a photo of that person, save the envelope the check is sent in, etc.  Also, don't be alone when the guy comes to get the comics.  If you have one of the front door cameras or other security cameras around your house, make sure those are on.

My wife will photograph him while he is approaching to the front door.  I will write the plate number. No, I don't have the security camera.

[1webslinger]

Don't do it, with a check, I've heard of of this before.  The first cashier check will clear , but the second final payment won't .  Tell him you'll hold the collection if the first check clears and the mover can bring cash.

[BlowUpTheMoon]

1 minute ago, 1webslinger said:

Don't do it, with a check, I've heard of of this before.  The first cashier check will clear , but the second final payment won't .  Tell him you'll hold the collection if the first check clears and the mover can bring cash.

Bingo.

[comicwiz]

This is a known scam. Don't bother even entertaining it.

[paul747]

I would not do it.  Send the fifty bucks to hold the collection, bring cash for full delevery or no deal.

[Readcomix]

Payment in full, only.

Third-party location.

Your wife is not present (unless she happens to be a sniper)

my 

Seriously, it's a scam. Just close the door on it.

[1950's war comics]

it seems way too suspicious.,,,,,,,,

[Chip Cataldo]

Definitely a scam. I've had variations of this story offered to me over the years. 

Avoid. 

[JollyComics]

I agreed with you all. Won't do anything. Maybe the check. He said the tracking number will be provided after the check will be delivered overnight but that was two days ago. I already doubt it and I know it won't happen. He is weaker.

[JollyComics]

1 hour ago, paul747 said:

I would not do it.  Send the fifty bucks to hold the collection, bring cash for full delevery or no deal.

Good advice. Bold move.

[JollyComics]

1 hour ago, 1webslinger said:

Don't do it, with a check, I've heard of of this before.  The first cashier check will clear , but the second final payment won't .  Tell him you'll hold the collection if the first check clears and the mover can bring cash.

My second thought is about the counterfeit.

[Alf Pogs]

Throw me the idol, I throw you the whip.

[JollyComics]

6 minutes ago, Alf Pogs said:

Throw me the idol, I throw you the whip.

Adios senor!

[1webslinger]

You think cashier checks are safe just read this https://www.thebalance.com/cashier-s-check-fraud-315795

[JollyComics]

2 minutes ago, 1webslinger said:

You think cashier checks are safe just read this https://www.thebalance.com/cashier-s-check-fraud-315795

Let my bank clerk checks it for me.

[Mercury Man]

Is he also the Prince of Burkina Faso?

[comicdonna]

The area code on the cell phone doesn't mean anything.  You can switch states/companies and keep the same number.  The deal itself is no good.  Clearly a scam.