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Description
Found Website through online google search for a good priced tractor. Contacted seller by email on 5/19 and recieved confirmation by person named Olivia that item was available and in good condition. Reached back out on 5/19 about shipping and Olivia responded with quote. Responded back to seller about a different item and Olivia confirmed shipping amount asking for information so they could prepare purchase agreement. Looked up their business license info for California, #4683146 which shows as active, as well as a few google searches for reviews and found positive ones. Received purchase agreement for 50% upfront and 50% due at delivery. Requested Invoice on 5/20 for bank wire details which they provided. They asked for conformation of completed wire transfer which i send on 5/20. On 6/2 i requested an update and then on 6/5 I found their website with domain error.
Dollars Lost
$7900
Targeted Person's Location
Buchanan, VA, USA - 24066
Scam Type
Online Purchase
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Business name
Peterson Heavy Equipment
Date Reported
June 5, 2026
Scam ID
1313672
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