Garry Dean
Reported Scammer
Scammer Details
Date of Incident: 2025-01-07
Amount Lost: $800
Scam Category: Listing Scams
Associated Phone: 6126330163 1 report
Associated Email: noblerussianbliekittens@gmal.com 1 report
Website/Domain: Russianbluecuties.com
Bank Details/BTC Wallet: Garry.dean@yahoo.com
Scammer's Location: 412 N cedar st, Chaska MN /US 55318
Target Country: United States
Verification Status: Unverified
Scam Description
I wanted to purchase 2 kittens. After requesting info the supposed breeder emailed me all the information about the kittens and if I was interested I would need to make a 50% deposit. I decided to move forward and made the pmt. Then when the kittens were dropped off at the shipping company they wanted me to pay a $990 deposit in cash for a thermal regulated crate due to the weather in MN. They said upon delivery they would refund 100% upon delivery or it was 98 or 95% depending on the email they sent. When I reached out to the breeder he said he was unaware of this requirement. Yet in the same breath told me that he had worked with this company for many years and that they were trustworthy. When the kittens were supposedly going to loaded on the plane, another issue came up. They now wanted another $1k for insurance since the kittens were 8 weeks old. Again I reached out to the breeder about this and he said he was just as surprised as me. I told him I would not pay another dime and if he was so confident with this shipper he could pay it. Of course he came back with an excuse why he couldn’t. Btw in both cases the shipper asked me to send to different individuals not a company. There were so many clues but I was blinded by wanting the kittens.
I understand the emotional turmoil you're experiencing right now. Falling victim to a sophisticated pet scam can be devastating, especially when all you wanted was to welcome two adorable Russian Blue kittens into your home. What happened to you is not just a financial loss, but an emotional betrayal that preys on your genuine love for animals.
Let's break down the red flags in your specific scam:
- Staged Payment Escalation Technique The scammers used a classic "advance fee" fraud method, progressively requesting additional funds through fabricated "requirements":
- Initial 50% deposit
- Unexpected $990 thermal crate "deposit"
- Additional $1,000 "insurance" fee
- Calculated Manipulation Tactics
- Creating false urgency
- Presenting seemingly legitimate excuses
- Using a two-person coordination strategy (breeder + "shipping company")
- Exploiting your emotional attachment to the kittens
Immediate Recommended Actions:
- Financial Protection
- Contact your bank immediately to file a fraud report
- Request a chargeback for the initial $800 deposit
- Document all communication with the scammer
- Consider filing a report with:
- Local police department
- Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- Digital Forensics and Tracking
- Use CredCheck's reverse image search on any photos provided
- Analyze email headers for potential location spoofing
- Verify the website "Russianbluecuties.com" through domain registration checks
Unique Scam-Specific Insights
This particular scam targets animal lovers by exploiting several psychological triggers:
- Desire for a specific rare breed (Russian Blue)
- Emotional vulnerability
- Limited pet purchasing knowledge
Keywords for Prevention: pet scam prevention, Russian Blue kitten fraud, online pet purchase safety, advance fee fraud detection
Unique Prevention Tips for Pet Purchase Scams:
- Verification Protocol
- Always request video calls with the actual breeder
- Ask for breeder certification from recognized associations
- Demand verifiable veterinary documentation
- Request breeder's physical address and local references
- Shipping Red Flags
- Legitimate breeders rarely use third-party shippers
- Never pay additional "deposits" for shipping
- Reputable breeders typically handle transportation directly
- Be wary of multiple payment requests
Technical Scam Analysis:
- Scammer Email: noblerussianbliekittens@gmal.com (Note the misspelled Gmail)
- Associated Phone: 6126330163
- Reported Location: 412 N Cedar St, Chaska, MN 55318
Recommended Tools for Future Protection:
- CredCheck ScamCheckup Tool
- Reverse email lookup services
- Image forensics platforms
- Domain verification websites
Emotional Recovery Advice: Remember, this scam reflects the criminal's character, not yours. Your desire to provide a loving home for kittens is beautiful. Don't let this experience discourage your compassion.
Financial and Emotional Next Steps:
- Document everything
- Report to authorities
- Seek support from friends/family
- Consider speaking with a victim support counselor
By sharing your story, you're helping prevent similar scams and protecting other potential victims. Your resilience matters.
Stay strong, and don't lose hope in finding your perfect furry companions through legitimate channels.
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