I have been scammed please HELP

[rolexRV]

Hi,

wired 14K to the seller JeromeL for a Batman. Now I see he has been banned. I am in Spain and he is in the US. I have his email address, but what can I do??

so frustrated...

thanks

[Tqmb79]

Wow. Sorry to hear. Anyone hear of this seller before? I have not

[rolexRV]

I have his address also but I guess I would need to file a report with the police in US.

[RTG]

Originally Posted by rolexRV

I have his address also but I guess I would need to file a report with the police in US.

If you have his actual address, I would call the local Police. If a big city police department, they will probably do nothing. If a smaller city, you may get lucky.

Gather all of your evidence in a neat and organized file, and call the nearest police department. If they won't help, call the nearest Sheriff Department.

[wilsonpepper]

I have not heard of this seller either. How about a few more details on just how you got scammed by this seller.

[slus]

Originally Posted by JeromeL

You’re a definition of brothers keeper, I’ve learnt a lot from this incident. Like videotaping the unboxing of every delivery. Let’s stay safe out there, always remember to buy the seller first.

Well, that is not good, it looks like he took some pointers on scamming from someone else on here getting scammed.

[harvey]

I am sorry to read this. I hope someone will be along shortly with some good advice for you to follow…

[rolexRV]

oh no.. I have his address for the wire

[rolexRV]

I saved so much to get the watch.. so pissed of

[ltmgeller]

So sorry to hear.

[Xky]

Did you get scammed by a seller on TRF?


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[hojlund]

there is always risks buying watches from grey dealers, learn your lesson and buy from the AD next time. sorry for your lost.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by hojlund

there is always risks buying watches from grey dealers, learn your lesson and buy from the AD next time. sorry for your lost.

This is NOT a grey dealer he is talking about. This is a private seller.

[GST15]

Originally Posted by Mystro

This is NOT a grey dealer he is talking about. This is a private seller.

Not all Grey dealers are reputable. Look no further than TPG. AD is the only way to be 100% sure. I only hope that there is a special place in hell for shitbags like this guy. Sorry this happened to you.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by GST15

Not all Grey dealers are reputable. Look no further than TPG. AD is the only way to be 100% sure. I only hope that there is a special place in hell for shitbags like this guy. Sorry this happened to you.

You are making a generalization, that is untrue. There are plenty of trustworthy grey dealers, right here on this forum. The OP bought from a guy with just 14 posts over 1 year. Interestingly, several of them were giving comfort to someone else who was scammed, in an effort to seem like a good guy. He was probably looking for tips on how to scam potential buyers. Unfortunately, the OP did not exercise due diligence, by vetting the seller. The fact that this guy was banned, was likely due to scamming someone else. It’s a real shame, and a cautionary tale. That’s a lot of money to lose. So sorry, OP.

Kat


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[GST15]

Kat, I was not making a generalization... I said NOT ALL grey dealers are reputable, and the only way to be "100%" safe is with an AD. both those statements are true!

Originally Posted by KatGirl

You are making a generalization, that is untrue. There are plenty of trustworthy grey dealers, right here on this forum. The OP bought from a guy with just 14 posts over 1 year. Interestingly, several of them were giving comfort to someone else who was scammed, in an effort to seem like a good guy. He was probably looking for tips on how to scam potential buyers. Unfortunately, the OP did not exercise due diligence, by vetting the seller. The fact that this guy was banned, was likely due to scamming someone else. It’s a real shame, and a cautionary tale. That’s a lot of money to lose. So sorry, OP.

Kat


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[Njkdog]

Originally Posted by hojlund

there is always risks buying watches from grey dealers, learn your lesson and buy from the AD next time. sorry for your lost.

That’s not a gray dealer…. Do you avoid tjmaxx because they are a gray dealer and you’re worried they’ll rip you off?
And I must reiterate, a grey dealer specifically buys directly from ADs and sells directly to end customers, no exceptions, if it’s any different, then it’s not a gray dealer

[Patekfinder]

Originally Posted by Njkdog

That’s not a gray dealer…. Do you avoid tjmaxx because they are a gray dealer and you’re worried they’ll rip you off?
And I must reiterate, a grey dealer specifically buys directly from ADs and sells directly to end customers, no exceptions, if it’s any different, then it’s not a gray dealer

Gray dealers source from many places, the primary of which is people who have relationships with ADs and get offered exceptional pieces at retail. AD relationships aren’t as prevalent.

[londondude]

I’m so sorry, awful experience. Have you notified your bank?

[rolexRV]

Yes I spoke to tghe bank.. nothing to do. I am in Spain, and cannot file a report in the US I guess..

[INC]

Originally Posted by rolexRV

Yes I spoke to tghe bank.. nothing to do. I am in Spain, and cannot file a report in the US I guess..

You should file the report in your local police, and in your bank as soon as possible to let them act immediately.

[rolexRV]

Yes a private seller. I was confident because he was here, but when today I saw he has been just banned..

[ZOOK]

Originally Posted by rolexRV

Yes a private seller. I was confident because he was here, but when today I saw he has been just banned..

I'm very sorry to hear of your being scammed.

Your first mistake was assuming a seller on TRF is safe to deal with. It is up to every buyer to do their due diligence on sellers. TRF does not vent those using the TRF classified forums.

I think you should contact your local or national police. I think they would contact the US local police department or the US FBI.



Good luck.

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by rolexRV

Yes a private seller. I was confident because he was here, but when today I saw he has been just banned..

His being here really means nothing as to his being an honest seller and identities can be compromised or stolen. It is vital to research private sellers through numerous third parties who know them personally and can vouch for them. Then unless you're absolutely comfortable with the person and the watch, pass on the deal.

[Notepad12]

Can anyone find out why he was banned?

Did he scam someone else or broke a forum rule or ?

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[harvey]

…this maybe a silly question but have you called him? email or txted him about this sale? His banning may or may not be linked to his selling here.

[Notepad12]

Originally Posted by harvey

…this maybe a silly question but have you called him? email or txted him about this sale? His banning may or may not be linked to his selling here.

Exactly

He might honor his sale to you.

Try contacting him

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[Michael1968]

Sorry to hear that

[NachoNeal]

Stop wire transfer. Stop payment on check. Dispute credit card charge.
Do whatever you can to reverse charges, depending on money transfer method.
Please provide more details.

[thesharkfactor]

Buy a Rolex online from a private seller in another country? Don't be silly, there a million ways it can go wrong but only way it can go right.

Go to your local grey dealer and buy over the counter.