This one has to do with Facebook Marketplace
A warning from Niagara regional police to be wary of another Facebook Marketplace scam.
Police say criminals are posting on a fake Facebook account an item for sale.
They ask a potential buyer for an e-transfer as a deposit before the item is handed over.
Once the e-transfer is sent, the account disappears, and the seller no longer replies to the buyer.
Police add there are many tips to protect yourself, including not sending an e-transfer before getting the item, and find the seller's contact information.
• Locate and verify the sellers contact information (address, phone number, email) before you buy.
• Look for customer reviews and ratings from third-party sources.
• Pick-up items and provide the payment in person, whenever possible.
• Review all email information to make sure they are coming from a legitimate source.
• Never transfer funds in order to receive a payment for an item you're selling.
• Do an online search to see if anyone has already reported the fraudulent buyer or seller.
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