Paid but Never Shipped: An Online Retail Scam

A bbb report about a phishing scam that cost someone $32.95. Learn how to avoid falling victim.

Source: bbb | Scam Type: Phishing | Amount Lost: $32.95 | Date: April 11, 2026
A product was presented as for sale so I bought one, and after payment was processed zero communication was made by the seller as to confirm payment, delivery date, or even a tracking number. Six weeks and still no response to an email or message I've sent. It shows him reading it but no response, which tells me he took the money and doesn't plan to ship out what I bought either. This is twice.

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