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Description
I was contacted by email after I inquired about a boat on Boat Trader. I was informed that the boat was being sold through a broker Union Auto Garage and I had to register as a buyer. I agreed to purchase a boat which was to be delivered. The money was supposed to be held in escrow until the boat was delivered and I was satisfied with the condition. When the boat didn’t arrive as scheduled I was sent an email saying there had been a minor accident and the boat would arrive the next day. It never came and I got an email saying that it was damaged and I would be getting a refund. I have been to bank and they are requesting the funds back. I also filed a complaint with the FBI.
Dollars Lost
$28915
Targeted Person's Location
FL, USA - 33308
Scam Type
Online Purchase
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Business name
Union Auto Garage
Date Reported
December 19, 2022
Scam ID
659437
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