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Description
He wanted to purchase a dwarf camen pet. He filled out the purchase form paid the for his order which was around $380. He got a text saying thank you for ordering and we will send you the tracking number as soon as it ships. The next day he was at work when he got a message from a postal carrier service saying he had to send $499. for shipping which would be refundin 15 days or else the animal with be concerned abandon and he will lose the money he paid for it.
Dollars Lost
$900
Targeted Person's Location
UT, USA - 84525
Scam Type
Online Purchase
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Business name
exotic reptile shop
Date Reported
June 26, 2024
Scam ID
859736
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