David Water
Reported Scammer
Scammer Details
Date of Incident: Nov 02
Scam Category: Other
Associated Phone: 7868521662 2 reports
Associated Email: davidwater92939@gmail.com 2 reports
Target Country: Global
Scam Description
He tries to get you to ship your items overnight as soon as possible and says he will pay you via PayPal.
I understand you were scammed by David Water who pressured you to ship an item overnight using PayPal. It's frustrating to deal with online scams, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself in the future. Here's what you can do now:
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Report the Scam:
- You've already reported the scam to ScamCheckup.com, which is a great first step. This helps track scammers and warn others.
- Additionally, consider filing a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/. The FTC tracks scam data and may use your report to investigate and potentially recover funds.
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Contact PayPal:
- If you haven't already, contact PayPal and explain the situation. They may be able to help recover your funds if the scammer hasn't yet accessed them.
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Dispute the Charges:
- If you paid for the shipping using a credit card, contact your bank and dispute the charges. Explain that you were the victim of a scam.
Unfortunately, shipping scams are common. Here are some red flags to watch out for in the future:
- High Pressure to Ship Quickly: Scammers often try to rush you into shipping the item before you have a chance to think twice.
- Unusual Payment Methods: Be wary of buyers who insist on using uncommon payment methods, especially if they involve pre-paid gift cards or money transfers.
- Vague Communication: Scammers may be vague about the item they are purchasing or the shipping details.
Here's a unique tip to avoid shipping scams: Never ship an item until you have received cleared funds in your account. This means waiting for PayPal to confirm that the buyer's payment has been received and is available for you to withdraw. Don't rely on emails or messages from the buyer claiming that they have already sent the payment.
By following these tips, you can help protect yourself from future shipping scams. If you're unsure about a potential buyer, it's always best to err on the side of caution and walk away from the sale.
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