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Email from police - apparently I bought stolen goods on eBay
Hezzawithkids
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Had an email from Gwent Police today telling me that an item I bought a year ago was in fact stolen. :eek: They're not going to prosecute me as they are " happy that purchases have been made in good faith" but there's a form for me to fill in and send back so they can use it as evidence against the perp and (who has been arrested) and "to prevent any formal action".
Gotta say this has shaken me up a bit - its not every day you get an email like that. :eek: I'm just glad they don't want me to hand the goods back!
Think I'm finally done with eBay, I can hear that nail being hammered into its coffin even as I type.
Gotta say this has shaken me up a bit - its not every day you get an email like that. :eek: I'm just glad they don't want me to hand the goods back!
Think I'm finally done with eBay, I can hear that nail being hammered into its coffin even as I type.
£2 Savers Club 2016 #21 £14/£250
£2 Savers Club 2015 #8 £250£200 :j
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£2 Savers Club 2015 #8 £250£200 :j
Proud to be an OU graduate :j :j
Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain
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Surely it depends what you buy? Designer handbags along with laptops, smartphones etc... are often stolen to order.Should've = Should HAVE (not 'of')
Would've = Would HAVE (not 'of')
No, I am not perfect, but yes I do judge people on their use of basic English language. If you didn't know the above, then learn it! (If English is your second language, then you are forgiven!)0 -
I'm more worried at how 'The Police' got an email address when sale was a year ago?I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.0
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I think you need to clarify with the "police" the email you were sent to make sure it is real and someone is not pulling the wool over your eyes.0
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Indeed I would ring up the police force concerned and actually ask them to confirm this is legitimate. There must be a reference number and an officers name / extension on the email right?
Hopefully it is a genuine email but it could be a scam / phishing email.0 -
Dont use contact numbers for the email. Ask at your local station.
Do you know hot to check email headers?
Its easy to send an email from anyone. Sending people emails from themselves can be funny though.Censorship Reigns Supreme in Troll City...0 -
Yes the thought did occur to me that it may be a scam of some sort. Will be checking it out thoroughly before replying.£2 Savers Club 2016 #21 £14/£250
£2 Savers Club 2015 #8 £250£200 :j
Proud to be an OU graduate :j :j
Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain0 -
I'm more worried at how 'The Police' got an email address when sale was a year ago?
Well the transaction is still on my Paypal record so I presume its also still on the sellers.£2 Savers Club 2016 #21 £14/£250
£2 Savers Club 2015 #8 £250£200 :j
Proud to be an OU graduate :j :j
Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain0 -
forgotmyname wrote: »Do you know hot to check email headers?
No - any tips?£2 Savers Club 2016 #21 £14/£250
£2 Savers Club 2015 #8 £250£200 :j
Proud to be an OU graduate :j :j
Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain0 -
The form you fill in, what information is it asking for ...be very wary about any personal info it asks for0
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I'm a police officer in the MET never heard of a detection being handled via email. Be wary.0
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