512-880-2969

Scammer posted a Craigslist ad for a relatively new LG refrigerator for $400, which was well below market value. I messaged the contact number, (512-880-2969) and the scammer responded with an address and a meeting time for later that day. Scammer claimed to be selling the refrigerator after a move because the new rental already had appliances. Soon thereafter, the scammer texted that another potential buyer was going to be meeting first. But with a deposit he could hold the refrigerator for me. He said he did not have access to typical pay apps (Venmo, PayPal, Zelle) and could only accept a Bitcoin payment. I offered to pay cash, but the scammer continued to reference the other buyer and needed an immediate payment. He even sent a supposed selfie of himself holding a Texas driver's license with the name Matthew *** *********. I sent $200 via crypto, He even called me and we spoke to confirm the meeting to complete payment. A short time later, he texted me again about the other buyer, who was now offering to pay the full amount. I could still get it if I paid in full, he said. I paid the remaining amount via crypto. When that transaction was delayed for processing, the scammer said I could deposit cash at an ATM inside a sketchy smoke shop. That's when I realized I had been scammed. A few key details that the scammer used that match another report: He constantly references checking with his wife about the other buyer, and he says they are at his in-laws' house for the day while working through the negotiation. [BBB Scam Type: Online Purchase] [Business: Matthew Jon Worthington] [Location: NV, USA- 89012]