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I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Tando - Jun 14, 2021
I gave the guy the Macbook pro, he e-transferred me $2000 and my account got blocked.
I had to speak with a bank manager and they said the e-transfer was FAKE. I said how the f can an e-transfer be fake, I thought your systems were secure?
They said it was a fraudulent e-transfer, and that I'M RESPONSIBLE since I accepted a fraudulent e-transfer. So now I basically can only deposit small amounts into my account, ridiculous.
They treated me as if I was the f-ster, when I was the victim.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Cheese - Jun 14, 2021
I would be changing banks if I were you...
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Kisame - Jun 14, 2021
Sucks to be in that position man. Can you not go and file a complaint to the police?
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Tando - Jun 14, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:02 PM)Jim Moriarty™ Wrote: Sucks to be in that position man. Can you not go and file a complaint to the police?
Nah I don't really want to get involved I should've never dealt with the transaction like how I did, but it's alright I don't really care for the money anyways just wanted to get rid of it.
Still fkn annoying I could've gave that to someone in need.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Kisame - Jun 14, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:04 PM)Tando Wrote: Nah I don't really want to get involved I should've never dealt with the transaction like how I did, but it's alright I don't really care for the money anyways just wanted to get rid of it.
Still fkn annoying I could've gave that to someone in need.
True. Someone in need of it could have utilised it better. Don’t worry, Karma always gets back to such assholes.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Crypt - Jun 14, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:04 PM)Tando Wrote: Nah I don't really want to get involved I should've never dealt with the transaction like how I did, but it's alright I don't really care for the money anyways just wanted to get rid of it.
Still fkn annoying I could've gave that to someone in need.
Why wouldn't you file a police report against this person? 2k isn't junk change.
Are you able to track the laptop or did you bother to write down the MAC address or S/N?
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Tando - Jun 14, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:08 PM)Crypt Wrote: Why wouldn't you file a police report against this person? 2k isn't junk change.
Are you able to track the laptop or did you bother to write down the MAC address or S/N?
I highly doubt this person will have it in their possession long enough for that to even make a difference tbh.
Frustrating af though. I always try to take responsibility, but how on earth was I supposed to know that people could do that?
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Crypt - Jun 14, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:11 PM)Tando Wrote: I highly doubt this person will have it in their possession long enough for that to even make a difference tbh.
Frustrating af though. I always try to take responsibility, but how on earth was I supposed to know that people could do that?
I heard a story of this kid buying a stolen laptop, he bought it off some guy from Craigslist and the police showed up at his house and took it back.
If you file a police report and provide the S/N and Mac address then for example pawn shops will check this information to see if it comes back stolen.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Lavish Living - Jun 14, 2021
cash only when dealing with strangers irl. or Crypto.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Crypt - Jun 14, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:34 PM)Lavish Living Wrote: cash only when dealing with strangers irl. or Crypto.
This is the best way to do it, also make sure you know how to spot a fake bill.
I have sold quite a few things online and I always tell them cash only. No PayPal, no Venmo, no checks.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - Simke - Jun 15, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 10:34 PM)Lavish Living Wrote: cash only when dealing with strangers irl. or Crypto.
Exactly, dont trust those type of trades via bank transfer or something similar...
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - M4A4™ - Jun 15, 2021
Ahhh fuck man that is so un lucky. I never trust that weird bank transfer shit tbh
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - GiraffeBear - Jun 15, 2021
(Jun 14, 2021 04:50 PM)Tando Wrote: I gave the guy the Macbook pro, he e-transferred me $2000 and my account got blocked.
I had to speak with a bank manager and they said the e-transfer was FAKE. I said how the f can an e-transfer be fake, I thought your systems were secure?
They said it was a fraudulent e-transfer, and that I'M RESPONSIBLE since I accepted a fraudulent e-transfer. So now I basically can only deposit small amounts into my account, ridiculous.
They treated me as if I was the f-ster, when I was the victim.
When it comes to accepting money for an item over $500 I personally wouldn't ever accept e-transfer or Zelle. I'd compare it to selling your Macbook for 2k PayPal from a stranger. Sorry to hear OP.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - The - Jun 15, 2021
What bank are you using?
That is complete horseshit.
RE: I just got scammed out of a Macbook Pro - 618C - Jun 17, 2021
man that sucks, i hope you have mac and SN so you can report it stolen.
next time try using cash with these things :)