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Description
I purchased used outboard motors with free shipping. Mailed bank check for full amount on 1/17/25 with a delivery date of 1/29/25. seller then began to aske for additional money for shipping. I sent an additional $500 for customs bond/broker ( i was never informed it was from outside country) it is currently 2/24/2025 and have still not received motors. Seller requesting money again.
Dollars Lost
$14000
Targeted Person's Location
MI, USA - 48080
Scam Type
Online Purchase
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Business name
Scott outboards
Date Reported
February 21, 2025
Scam ID
949432
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