Scamming a Scammer?

I was bored tonight… so I decided to play along with some of the scum-tree movers and shakers… I have read too many people on here be pressured into these kind of scams… funny how when the shoe is on the other foot they don't feel so comfortable in parting with money in a non refundable or traceable way.

after fielding a couple of requests for iPhone sales I am trying to push through - thanks to a recent upgrade due to the JB-deal for the iPhone 12 mini….

got to get rid of one of the paperweights.

I always wanted to see how far I could push the limits while being polite… FYI… I have no idea about crypto etc, but this person seemed to know more about even after saying they were not comfortable with doing it but wanted my details…

Most satisfying part was being called a scammer in the end…. really? RHHHHeally?>

+61 :
Hey parcher, I’m happy to purchase the phone now
H:
Great
When would you like to do this
+61 42:
I’m able to make the payment now, and have it picked up via courier
H:
Where are you located?
+61 :
In tarneit
I’m happy to make the payment now, and let you know once the driver is outside please
H:
I am in the city tomorrow from lunch onwards if you like your can just get the train in if you like… might be easier and then you know you have the phone in hand and it is the right one, would hate for you not to get the right one or to be ripped off
Does that work with you?
+6:
Im looking to purchase something tonight for brother as a birthday gift
It would be great if we could do it now
H:
Sensational… well brand new is a good gift
+6:
File Transfer: IMG_0007.jpeg

Insert generic photo of didi ride share.

It’s very safe and trusted service 

H:
By the time it gets to you tomorrow meeting up in person will be quicker
+6:
I will receive it under an hour or so
H:
Happy if the didi driver can give me cash for it.. yeah totally
+6:
Also what’s your best price for both the 12 and Xr?
I’ll pay you via bank transfer
H:
Can only do one phone
Bank transfer to the driver and then they can get it here… sounds good….
+6:
I’ll bank transfer you, the driver just delivers the item he is not involved with payment
H:
Are you able to pay in bitcoin?
Do you know how that works?
+61
Unfortunately not
H:
It is easy to set up
+61:
I’d feel more comfortable just paying vis bank transfer sorry
H:
You just transfer your money from you bank account to one of the trading platforms it is really easy
Understand….
I just looked at my bank which I use in Australia and it does not do Osko trading so I would not get any money tonight anyways….
Happy to meet you in the city tomorrow though… I work just near xxxxxxxxx
+6:
All transfers take about 2-3 hours
You should receive the money before 12 and I’m happy to provide transaction receipt once done
H:
All good, I need to get up for xxxxxxxxxxxx in the morning before heading into xxxxxxxx…
Are you in the city tomorrow at all>
+6:
Unfortunately not
It would be great if I could receive this tonight
I can book the courier now and let you know once it’s outside? It will only take about 5 minutes to arrive
Let me know
H:
I don’t think I can do it all tonight mate… have a look into the bitcoin thing… I don’t know about the didi courier thing… but the bitcoin thing is huge… you should be able to easily do it!
+6:
All you have to do is hand to the driver
Send me your bsb and account number please
H:
https://www.canstar.com.au/investor-hub/how-to-buy-bitcoin/?…
+6:
I’m not doing that sorry
H:
It is super easy to set up… my Aussie bank account does not accept Osko so might not get your transaction till next processing which is around 1100 EST
Bitcoin is awesome though….
Ill be able to find out when you have paid as it is on the chain
+6:
All the transfers I do take 2-3 hours
I’m really wanting this sale to go through
I’m happy to make the payment now
H:
https://www.binance.com/en-AU
+6:
Please send me your bsb and account number
H:
Awesome… here is a good Aussie site that has been around for ages….
Let me know when you are registered and set up the funds etc… then ill let you know a wallet you can send it all to
+6:
I’ll be doing bank transfer only
Can’t we just do that?
It’s much easier
H:
Doge coin is pretty dank as well ….
To the moon brother….
+6:
Doge coin is not stable
Solana, Theta, Ripple, ADA
Anyway, can we just do bank transfer?
H:
Don’t want to delay the transaction is all…. Again the clearing houses for non Osko payments only go through about twice a day….
Banks are the lost soul of currency at the moment… cash is king, but blockchain is the ruler of all
+6:
Ok
So if it’s not bank transfer I’ll have to pass sorry
I can pay a little extra for the wait? Ok
H:
Just call the didi driver and transfer him the money… there is an atm just up the road….
They might have Osko so can do it right away… so then you get everything quick smart…
I recon that would be the best way
Because they can be there in two mins… all you need to do is wire them the money and I can go to the atm with them….
That sounds like an awesome plan…
+6:
You want me to direct deposit?
H:
actually… lets do that… I can meet the driver at the atm…
+6:
I can deposit myself
H:
Yeah… and just call them… and then if they don’t want to give you their bank details you can get another driver….
+6:
The driver is not involved in anything besides picking up and dropping off
H:
No but this way it will work super fast…
+6:
I can direct deposit myself
H:
They will be usually part of Osko payments and get the money and then can withdraw it… you can give them the extra as a tip for doing it…
That works out so well… everyone wins… and then you know the guys is super happy about it too and will get to you super fast
+6:
I will deposit myself for Yi
You
It’s too much hassle for the driver
H:
Yeah… awesome… deposit it for the driver
+6:
I’d feel comfortable doing it myself
I’ll deposit it to you
H:
But pay them the extra… they love the extra tips and stuff
+6:
What are your details
H:
Of the nearest atm?>
+6:
Your bank details
H:
Nah… tooo hard… just call one of the didi guys… you said they will be here in a second… I am next to an apartment complex with an atm….
+6:
What’s too hard?
Me sending you the money?
This seems dodgy
H:
Just call one, and then tell them what you want etc… and if they don’t want to do it, just cancel the ride]
+6:
Bye fucking scammer
me
Don’t be like that….

Is this too much… too little or just requiring of bikies… my thought is why the heck cops don't get involved and send them something so they at least know a property to search with probably cause! It is pretty easy to get a gps tracker into a box of say… a basic GPS tracker…. would sure stop all these sites being polluted by scammer I feel.

Poll Options

  • 0
    Have you been scammed
  • 22
    do you play along sometimes
  • 16
    Do you just ignore these people
  • 5
    Bikies?

Comments

  • +14

    I love scammers calling me. The tax ones are the best…

    “Can I start with your name?”
    “Yes. It’s Mr Youseff”
    “And what is your first name?”
    “Gofuc…”
    *click*

    • +5

      I often mumble a name, then spell it out - P H U K O F P L E.E Z - they never get it.

  • +4

    Well at least you didn't pay $130 for an electric skateboard.

    • pay $130 for an electric skateboard.

      Donated $130 to a Gumtree Scammer.

      Fixed.

    • +1

      $130 for nothing thank you very much 😁

      • Was a c00l story br0.

        • -2

          Not so cool for me 😂

  • They tried the Amazon order on me. When it eas time to give them the OTP number, I started with a random one and then correcting digit by digit.

  • Guessing you don't give your address out? Maybe a new user with a fake location may help to be safe, in case of an attempt at revenge.

  • Scammers steal your ID and commit identity fraud. They setup bank accounts in your name to receive payments. Be careful.

  • 419eater :)

  • +5

    Never say Yes in a scam call they record it and use it for access to accounts. That's why you don't get into conversations with them on the phone too long. They just gleam more info. Scumtree has alot of scammer, so you do need to watch out. Alot of posts in this forum of being scammed.

  • +2

    I wouldn't even give them my BSB and Account Number.

    Cash in Daylight hour at a Location of my choosing, non-sequential Bills, $20's and $50's, come alone, no Police.
    (I have probably said too much). lol

  • +3

    i love thr ones that say they are from IBM and ur computer is infected, after a while they ask you to press something I say is it next to the Apple key??

  • How do you identify that this is a scammer instead of someone genuinely want to buy your phone? What can they do by knowing your bank account?

    • I got the vibe that the buyer was genuine, of Indian descent and had a mate currently doing his uber rounds. I think op missed out on a genuine sale here.

      • +2

        So they could have transferred the money to their friend for a cash in hand sale… I would be very happy to do this, or again to get the transfer to the delivery driver and get them to pay me cash. I don’t live anywhere near the west and am dubious that they wanted to pay extra for the “inconvenience”. The fact they wanted to buy two phones as well. Maybe their brother has two birthdays? Or maybe they have so much money they just want to spread it around?

    • +4

      First, they create a sense of urgency. Generally speaking, no one is in need of a preowned phone RIGHT NOW for a gift.

      Secondly, the questionable methods of payment, they can easily send a poorly photoshopped receipt stating that they have paid. This is a known scamming tactic.

      And from my experience, normal transfers don’t take normal 2-3 hours. This sort of gives them a window to state that oh I paid and the driver is outside so you better give your phone.

      • +2

        Jump in the car with the driver. Rock up to the delivery destination.

  • I was bored tonight… so I decided to play along with some of the scum-tree movers and shakers…

    Interesting intro.. but I feel I've been scammed after reading the rest..

  • This reeks of a scammer, typical screenshot to nowhere, you did well.

  • After scammer 579 and I have been very polite before: Ah your mum complained to me! You failed to ger her there….

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