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Description

I attempted to purchase a part from Smith used tractor parts on Facebook Marketplace. I then got a confirmation that the item was shipped. Later I received a text message from someone who was representing the shipping company asking for an additional $110 for shipping insurance and they placed my shipment on hold. Apparently Smith used tractor parts is now going by Johnson Tractors Junkyard Salvage. The email they used was [email protected]

Dollars Lost

$185

Targeted Person's Location

MN, USA- 55939

Scammer Information
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Unknown Location

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Unknown Phone Number

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Facebook Marketplace

Scam Type

Online Purchase

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Business name

Smith Tractors

Date Reported

December 19, 2025

Scam ID

1136770


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