Scammed in donedeal.ie

Tar.Aldarion

That's what I have. I say CC because I think they offer more protection than a debit card but really, I don't expect it to get past the paypal stage, they always seem to side with the buyer and refund them.

du Maurier

Would it be worthwhile contacting the Gardai at all, even if you've conducted a bank transfer with a fraudster? Should you have his full name and mobile number and county of residence?

cipi

be careful just got scamed of 200 euros was aware but still got scamed sounded extremly professinal....shipping couriers and etc involved e bay pay pal etc gumtree..done deal.....




The transaction is in order and legal. You shall receive the said amount as soon as you made the transfer and you send the transfer number to us. You are to send the money to the name and address giving to you, This transaction is not fraudulent and you are assured of quality service. We encourage you to send the money out immediately (due to PayPal's policy) as your payment has been confirmed by us. Security is of critical importance with PayPal.
We use proprietary technology - and constantly innovate - to help ensure your transactions are safe. In addition, PayPal has over 1000 people worldwide dedicated to keeping PayPal accounts safe, and stopping online criminals. And we work with Internet Service Providers (ISPs) worldwide to shut off fraudulent websites as soon as possible.

PayPal's Fraud Investigation Team is highly experienced in fraud prevention. Several members of the team are former law enforcement officials with extensive experience in fighting online fraud. PayPal's fraud investigation team focuses on: Identifying and preventing fraud before it occurs, Detecting fraud in process, Mitigating loss, if fraud does occur, Delivering information to law enforcement around the world to help stop those committing online fraud.
PayPal Customer Protection.
Note: that the money has been credited to your account, but it will neither be displayed nor be available for spending. We have placed a temporary hold on the funds until the transfer verification is completed. Also we are aware that your bank account/credit card is yet to be approved, but the funds will be available in your account as soon as you have send the shipping cost to shipping company via Western Union Money Transfer.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PAYMENT WILL NOT APPEAR IN THE "PENDING" TAB IN YOUR ACCOUNT UNTIL YOU SEND THE MTCN CONTROL NUMBER TO US.
This is due to new policies at PayPal to protect both the buyer and the seller in the face of the growing number of fraudulent activities perpetrated via the internet. Your payment is intact. You are encouraged to complete this transaction.
We thank you for being an asset to PayPal and we hope to serve you better in the nearest future.
Thank you for using PayPal!
PayPal Email ID PP1268

braddun

never send money

Atlantic Dawn

Always buy in person and in cash, otherwise you will need to find a money tree to replace the money that you have been fleeced.

mikom

cipi wrote: »

be careful just got scamed of 200 euros was aware but still got scamed sounded extremly professinal....shipping couriers and etc involved e bay pay pal etc gumtree..done deal.....




The transaction is in order and legal. You shall receive the said amount as soon as you made the transfer and you send the transfer number to us. You are to send the money to the name and address giving to you, This transaction is not fraudulent and you are assured of quality service. We encourage you to send the money out immediately (due to PayPal's policy) as your payment has been confirmed by us. Security is of critical importance with PayPal.
We use proprietary technology - and constantly innovate - to help ensure your transactions are safe. In addition, PayPal has over 1000 people worldwide dedicated to keeping PayPal accounts safe, and stopping online criminals. And we work with Internet Service Providers (ISPs) worldwide to shut off fraudulent websites as soon as possible.

PayPal's Fraud Investigation Team is highly experienced in fraud prevention. Several members of the team are former law enforcement officials with extensive experience in fighting online fraud. PayPal's fraud investigation team focuses on: Identifying and preventing fraud before it occurs, Detecting fraud in process, Mitigating loss, if fraud does occur, Delivering information to law enforcement around the world to help stop those committing online fraud.
PayPal Customer Protection.
Note: that the money has been credited to your account, but it will neither be displayed nor be available for spending. We have placed a temporary hold on the funds until the transfer verification is completed. Also we are aware that your bank account/credit card is yet to be approved, but the funds will be available in your account as soon as you have send the shipping cost to shipping company via Western Union Money Transfer.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PAYMENT WILL NOT APPEAR IN THE "PENDING" TAB IN YOUR ACCOUNT UNTIL YOU SEND THE MTCN CONTROL NUMBER TO US.
This is due to new policies at PayPal to protect both the buyer and the seller in the face of the growing number of fraudulent activities perpetrated via the internet. Your payment is intact. You are encouraged to complete this transaction.
We thank you for being an asset to PayPal and we hope to serve you better in the nearest future.
Thank you for using PayPal!
PayPal Email ID PP1268

For future note, folks.
Help yourself avoid the scammers by doing the following.
Scan any messages for oddities in spelling.
I have bolded one in the above piece......... "the name and address giving to you".
So now we add quotes to either side of that........ "the name and address giving to you", and pump it into the ould goggle machine.

See what comes up when you enter it?........... https://www.google.ie/search?q=the+name+and+address+giving+to+you,+This+transaction+is+not+fraudulent&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&gws_rd=cr&ei=ieeQVPO1IIXmar2NgbgK#rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&q=%22the+name+and+address+giving+to+you%22

sergentmk - Pig Busters Scammer Awareness - The BEST ...

www.youreittoday.com/scammer.php?scammerid=578705
Dec 15, 2013 - ... my passport yet but I can still give you someone else address as you are just going to send the money to the name and address giving to you.


www.scamwarners.com View topic - Auction site scammer after your goods

https://www.scamwarners.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=1937...
May 9, 2011 - 15 posts - ‎8 authors
You are to send the money to the name and address giving to you, This transaction is not fraudulent and you are assured of quality service.

cipi

Fair enough i believe it s western unions fault as well though,not asking for the receivers address ,date of birth ,signature,confirmation ,reason,bla bla....any way...

pleasant Co.

cipi wrote: »

Fair enough i believe it s western unions fault as well though,not asking for the receivers address ,date of birth ,signature,confirmation ,reason,bla bla....any way...

It's not. They provide the service they provide, nothing more, nothing less. If you knew the above information was not required by WU and used them anyway it's your fault for using them. If you did not know the above information was not required by WU and used them anyway it's your fault for not researching the method you were using to transfer money.
As difficult as it might be to swallow, the buck stops with you on this one.

Beano

cipi wrote: »

Fair enough i believe it s western unions fault as well though,not asking for the receivers address ,date of birth ,signature,confirmation ,reason,bla bla....any way...

you sent money by western union? and you didnt suspect that it might be a scam? oh dear

kc90

cipi wrote: »

Fair enough i believe it s western unions fault as well though,not asking for the receivers address ,date of birth ,signature,confirmation ,reason,bla bla....any way...

End communication the moment someone mentions western union and you'll avoid 99% of scams. Out of interest, if they sent you that 'paypal' email, how did they convince you to pay by WU after that?

daithi55

cousin just got done on donedeal bought a phone from a guy...met him in nenagh phone is locked down 320 euro what an idiot... beware anyone buying phones

Stinicker

I can't believe anyone still uses Done Deal, it's not known as the Done Steal for nothing. I find adverts and eBay much better as both seller and buyer.

Sam Mac

I can't believe anyone still uses Western Union.

foggy_lad

Never pay bills or for goods with western union!

It is only for giving money away with no hope of ever seeing a return on it.

SeantheMan

I'm still waiting on a return on my investment from the money I sent to a Nigerian prince

Kerrybai

Adverts is the way to go as the sellers have feedback... Just check the guys/gals feedback before sending any money.