Leboncoin bank transfer: avoid scams
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Hello,
I wanted to share the scam I experienced on Le Bon Coin.
I wanted to buy an IPAD 3 for my daughter, the price was reasonable, within the norm, not at all like some fanciful ads, good contact, fairly quick response, mobile phone ... I accepted to pay via bank transfer to this person with the following details
bank: La Banque Postale
being at La Banque Postale too, I trusted them and well no, the LE BON COIN site denies all responsibility, reason being we warned you it’s your own fault, La Banque Postale also says it’s a voluntary transfer.
After posting my experience here and there, another person contacted me claiming to have been scammed by the same individual
The worst part is that I have his name, his address, I filed a complaint but it’s going to be closed without follow-up, because there’s no damage.
Anyway, the French system favors scammers who earn more money than normal workers
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I wanted to share the scam I experienced on Le Bon Coin.
I wanted to buy an IPAD 3 for my daughter, the price was reasonable, within the norm, not at all like some fanciful ads, good contact, fairly quick response, mobile phone ... I accepted to pay via bank transfer to this person with the following details
bank: La Banque Postale
being at La Banque Postale too, I trusted them and well no, the LE BON COIN site denies all responsibility, reason being we warned you it’s your own fault, La Banque Postale also says it’s a voluntary transfer.
After posting my experience here and there, another person contacted me claiming to have been scammed by the same individual
The worst part is that I have his name, his address, I filed a complaint but it’s going to be closed without follow-up, because there’s no damage.
Anyway, the French system favors scammers who earn more money than normal workers
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Well, it's normal. It's you who made the transfer willingly. Why would Le Bon Coin be to blame?
You have his name and address. Share it so we can have fun seeing if it's either a fake identity or an identity theft.
Moreover, buying an iPad online without seeing the product first is just 50% a scam, 40% from China, and 10% the actual product XD
And then the line about "Anyway, French society favors crooks who earn more money than normal workers". It's making me tear up!
We need to stop thinking that the internet is a land of unicorns. Thanks.
You have his name and address. Share it so we can have fun seeing if it's either a fake identity or an identity theft.
Moreover, buying an iPad online without seeing the product first is just 50% a scam, 40% from China, and 10% the actual product XD
And then the line about "Anyway, French society favors crooks who earn more money than normal workers". It's making me tear up!
We need to stop thinking that the internet is a land of unicorns. Thanks.
Don't trust Leboncoin, there is no service to resolve disputes, I have paid the price, I never received my money, with tracking number to back it up. I strongly discourage their online payment!
Hello,
The identities given are in the vast majority of cases identities that were stolen during previous scams. They will therefore be deleted here if their legitimate holders request it.
Indeed, publishing these names, although informing that they are currently being used in attempts at scams, only harms the "real" people who have been taken in and are now struggling to face the heavy consequences that follow....
Furthermore, when an identity is "too worn out".... the criminals use another one.... and that one... will be used to trap you if you only rely on names to "protect yourself".... (By the way, depending on the scenarios, once trapped, it is your names that will be found in the forum....... )
The only way to protect yourself is to take into account the scenario, its context, the way the emails are written, the payment methods, etc., etc...
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My mission is to kill time and his to kill me in turn.
We are perfectly comfortable among assassins. (E.Cioran)
The identities given are in the vast majority of cases identities that were stolen during previous scams. They will therefore be deleted here if their legitimate holders request it.
Indeed, publishing these names, although informing that they are currently being used in attempts at scams, only harms the "real" people who have been taken in and are now struggling to face the heavy consequences that follow....
Furthermore, when an identity is "too worn out".... the criminals use another one.... and that one... will be used to trap you if you only rely on names to "protect yourself".... (By the way, depending on the scenarios, once trapped, it is your names that will be found in the forum....... )
The only way to protect yourself is to take into account the scenario, its context, the way the emails are written, the payment methods, etc., etc...
--
My mission is to kill time and his to kill me in turn.
We are perfectly comfortable among assassins. (E.Cioran)
Hello,
I almost got scammed by a certain ******** born on 24/10/1960 in Concarneau living in ********. His
"Pseudonym pachouli"
In fact, this Little E....." to be polite, is renting a chalet in Meribel for €1800 a week and offers a 10% discount if we pay the full amount via bank transfer.
What a lovely gift!!
What raised our suspicions were the spelling mistakes and the fact that we couldn't reach him by phone.
Fortunately, we were cautious, and this site confirmed the scam.
We reported the ad to LEBONCOIN.
I almost got scammed by a certain ******** born on 24/10/1960 in Concarneau living in ********. His
"Pseudonym pachouli"
In fact, this Little E....." to be polite, is renting a chalet in Meribel for €1800 a week and offers a 10% discount if we pay the full amount via bank transfer.
What a lovely gift!!
What raised our suspicions were the spelling mistakes and the fact that we couldn't reach him by phone.
Fortunately, we were cautious, and this site confirmed the scam.
We reported the ad to LEBONCOIN.
Hello,
Here is another fake ad for the sale of a Bebop 2 drone:
https://www.leboncoin.fr/sports_hobbies/1734373213.htm
The profile was created recently (January 2019):
https://www.leboncoin.fr/profil/c4c0b602-3758-49cb-b734-0485c389fca5
The person is asking for payment by bank transfer but wants to know your address first... (characteristic detail). Here are the name and first name used this time, and especially the IBAN not to credit because you will never get your money back:
Name: ***
First names: ****
IBAN: *****
BIC: ****
Another important detail, if you ask to see the drone by going there, you will not get any response... and yes, of course, the person you are talking to is not in France but often in Côte d'Ivoire or Benin. Furthermore, they do not own what you want to buy.
I encourage you to report these individuals on the forum who tarnish the world and destroy the trust that naturally exists between people. To discourage them, it would be beneficial to waste their time with junk accounts.
Have a good day.
Here is another fake ad for the sale of a Bebop 2 drone:
https://www.leboncoin.fr/sports_hobbies/1734373213.htm
The profile was created recently (January 2019):
https://www.leboncoin.fr/profil/c4c0b602-3758-49cb-b734-0485c389fca5
The person is asking for payment by bank transfer but wants to know your address first... (characteristic detail). Here are the name and first name used this time, and especially the IBAN not to credit because you will never get your money back:
Name: ***
First names: ****
IBAN: *****
BIC: ****
Another important detail, if you ask to see the drone by going there, you will not get any response... and yes, of course, the person you are talking to is not in France but often in Côte d'Ivoire or Benin. Furthermore, they do not own what you want to buy.
I encourage you to report these individuals on the forum who tarnish the world and destroy the trust that naturally exists between people. To discourage them, it would be beneficial to waste their time with junk accounts.
Have a good day.
Hello
I was taken in the same way on March 11, 2019.
But for a Garmin bike GPS that he was selling at a reasonable price of 320 euros. An identical model is 499 euros new online.
The seller knew his product perfectly and his speech to make his scam plausible.
Maybe it’s the same person?
I spoke to him several times on the phone.
I should have been more cautious...
I have compiled a file with all the elements at my disposal.
The phone rings into the void, the name given is, I imagine, a fake name, the account to which the money was transferred is, I imagine, closed.
It seems easy to make money, a lot of money, by defrauding in this way....????
I am filing a complaint with the police tomorrow morning.
We need to prevent these people from causing more harm.
In the meantime, take your precautions.
No payments by bank transfer without reliable guarantees.
Be extremely careful.
Sincerely, Jean
I was taken in the same way on March 11, 2019.
But for a Garmin bike GPS that he was selling at a reasonable price of 320 euros. An identical model is 499 euros new online.
The seller knew his product perfectly and his speech to make his scam plausible.
Maybe it’s the same person?
I spoke to him several times on the phone.
I should have been more cautious...
I have compiled a file with all the elements at my disposal.
The phone rings into the void, the name given is, I imagine, a fake name, the account to which the money was transferred is, I imagine, closed.
It seems easy to make money, a lot of money, by defrauding in this way....????
I am filing a complaint with the police tomorrow morning.
We need to prevent these people from causing more harm.
In the meantime, take your precautions.
No payments by bank transfer without reliable guarantees.
Be extremely careful.
Sincerely, Jean
Here is yet another scam, this time for a Bebop 2 drone but also for a Garmin GPS: https://www.leboncoin.fr/image_son/1736118217.htm/
The seller's profile: https://www.leboncoin.fr/profil/58268f9e-53fa-4e8a-bd47-b653ccea5909/offres/
The profile was created in January 2020, and the identifier Chanier does not match the name of the person who wants to receive the money by bank transfer:
Name: K*****
First names: ******
IBAN: ***********
BIC: *********
As always, spelling mistakes will raise red flags. You also notice that the IBAN is the same as in the previous scam...
Do not make any transfers to this IBAN, you will never get your money back even after filing a complaint.
Have a good day.
The seller's profile: https://www.leboncoin.fr/profil/58268f9e-53fa-4e8a-bd47-b653ccea5909/offres/
The profile was created in January 2020, and the identifier Chanier does not match the name of the person who wants to receive the money by bank transfer:
Name: K*****
First names: ******
IBAN: ***********
BIC: *********
As always, spelling mistakes will raise red flags. You also notice that the IBAN is the same as in the previous scam...
Do not make any transfers to this IBAN, you will never get your money back even after filing a complaint.
Have a good day.
New announcement ************* for a projector https://www.leboncoin.fr/image_son/1826292423.htm
I found out its name on the invoice from which I asked for a photo, and thanks to you, I am reporting this listing.
I found out its name on the invoice from which I asked for a photo, and thanks to you, I am reporting this listing.
Hello, I filed a complaint and it is necessary to file a complaint systematically; in this case, there are more than 10 recorded complaints.
Regarding the responsibility of the Post Office, this crook's account is registered with a false address (verification done by the Menton Police) and their identity is not guaranteed (the same police told me there could be identity theft), what about the controls when opening an account where one must provide identity documents, email address, phone number, and proof of residence.
My other bank told me that within the same bank and less than a month after a complaint, they could contact the account holder to potentially cancel the transfer, while the Post Office took over a month to process my complaint.
Moreover, one of the victims informed me that they argued that the transfer request requires the mandatory entry of the account holder's name and account number, yet the name does not match, so what is the purpose of this entry if there is no control?
Regarding the responsibility of the Post Office, this crook's account is registered with a false address (verification done by the Menton Police) and their identity is not guaranteed (the same police told me there could be identity theft), what about the controls when opening an account where one must provide identity documents, email address, phone number, and proof of residence.
My other bank told me that within the same bank and less than a month after a complaint, they could contact the account holder to potentially cancel the transfer, while the Post Office took over a month to process my complaint.
Moreover, one of the victims informed me that they argued that the transfer request requires the mandatory entry of the account holder's name and account number, yet the name does not match, so what is the purpose of this entry if there is no control?
Bonjour, comment faire pour qu’on arrête de se servir de mon compte pour arnaquer les gens ? Je m’explique on a ouvert un compte sans banque à mon nom et on s’amuse à arnaquer des gens sur le bon coin ... que dit la loi sur ça ? Comment avez-vous fait pour vos virements ? Ma question est : puis-je aller clôturer ce faux compte à mon nom ? Afin que la personne cesse ce qu’elle fait ? Merci.
Hello, sorry for the delay but I was away. I filed a complaint but I am not the only one; indeed, at least ten complaints have been filed. The person is untraceable and is now on the wanted list.
On another note, two of us have initiated a refund request with the La Banque Postale because we had agreed to make a transfer since it was our bank, just like the thief's.
On another note, two of us have initiated a refund request with the La Banque Postale because we had agreed to make a transfer since it was our bank, just like the thief's.
Hello,
I am in contact on Le Bon Coin with someone who is asking me to pay by bank transfer, and the bank and agency code matches the one you provided. Before making the transfer, I would like to know if this is the same person you dealt with.
The account number he gave me ends with "030" and his initials are "P. P."
Does this correspond to the scammer?
Thank you in advance,
I am in contact on Le Bon Coin with someone who is asking me to pay by bank transfer, and the bank and agency code matches the one you provided. Before making the transfer, I would like to know if this is the same person you dealt with.
The account number he gave me ends with "030" and his initials are "P. P."
Does this correspond to the scammer?
Thank you in advance,
Good evening
The bank must be La Banque Postale and 030 means it's the payment center of MONTPELLIER. My scammer gave different names but always a first name around Michel, Michael, Mickael, Mike and the last name starting with L.
If the amount is significant, prefer or ask for PAYPAL at least you will be refunded in case of a dispute.
There are two of us who spoke to the scammer on the phone and he really managed to fool us.
Have a good evening
The bank must be La Banque Postale and 030 means it's the payment center of MONTPELLIER. My scammer gave different names but always a first name around Michel, Michael, Mickael, Mike and the last name starting with L.
If the amount is significant, prefer or ask for PAYPAL at least you will be refunded in case of a dispute.
There are two of us who spoke to the scammer on the phone and he really managed to fool us.
Have a good evening
yes, it is indeed regrettable,
but we must make a distinction
I have never had this kind of incident,
but I prefer to buy new, even if it means waiting several months, at least I have a warranty,
I see what I'm buying,
because there are many scammers who get rid of their unwanted items (and even then, when they arrive at their destination).... or it's when the seller lives nearby and I can check on site.... and never arrange to meet at a certain place, I insist on plugging in the device and checking its working condition with the appropriate receipts if possible.
Be careful, it's true that the world is not made up only of well-intentioned people.
Best regards
but we must make a distinction
I have never had this kind of incident,
but I prefer to buy new, even if it means waiting several months, at least I have a warranty,
I see what I'm buying,
because there are many scammers who get rid of their unwanted items (and even then, when they arrive at their destination).... or it's when the seller lives nearby and I can check on site.... and never arrange to meet at a certain place, I insist on plugging in the device and checking its working condition with the appropriate receipts if possible.
Be careful, it's true that the world is not made up only of well-intentioned people.
Best regards
Hello
I just got scammed by someone from Toulouse on Leboncoin through a bank transfer.
I wanted to buy a sports watch, he initially asked for a cash mandate, but since I don't trust that kind of thing, I suggested a bank transfer. He gave me his bank details, and as soon as I sent him the amount, he became unreachable; I keep getting his voicemail.
Here are his details, be careful:******
I went to the police to file a report, and they told me to go see a consumer association.
I just got scammed by someone from Toulouse on Leboncoin through a bank transfer.
I wanted to buy a sports watch, he initially asked for a cash mandate, but since I don't trust that kind of thing, I suggested a bank transfer. He gave me his bank details, and as soon as I sent him the amount, he became unreachable; I keep getting his voicemail.
Here are his details, be careful:******
I went to the police to file a report, and they told me to go see a consumer association.
Hello
We don't see why the Police are sending you to an association. This is a fraud punishable by the Penal Code Art. L313-1. They are therefore obligated to take the complaint.
Big fatigue? Lazy? Incompetent?
You can possibly do it directly with the prosecutor:
https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/R11469
See you!
We don't see why the Police are sending you to an association. This is a fraud punishable by the Penal Code Art. L313-1. They are therefore obligated to take the complaint.
Big fatigue? Lazy? Incompetent?
You can possibly do it directly with the prosecutor:
https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/R11469
See you!
Hello, I just got scammed out of 300 euros by a ********* who claimed to have health problems and needed money, which is why he was selling his companion... Very well written, with no syntax errors... he sent me a photocopy of his ID, the invoice by email... in short, after I made the transfer, I haven't heard anything, and my bank can't do anything. I'm so upset, it was my savings.
Hello,
It’s been a few months now since I got scammed. Request for transfer where the bank details are given in the email (maybe the first clue to associate with a possible scam..) :
Bank Identity Statement
Account Holder:
MR OR MRS L. ***
After several excuses like “I’m stuck in bed with the flu” and “my son must have forgotten to mail it,” I still haven’t received the product.
As mentioned earlier, it’s best to use PayPal for insurance just in case, check the small details (like one time Christelle and another time Krystel), and if possible, call as you said, etc. “Good” lesson learned anyway.
Have a good day.
It’s been a few months now since I got scammed. Request for transfer where the bank details are given in the email (maybe the first clue to associate with a possible scam..) :
Bank Identity Statement
Account Holder:
MR OR MRS L. ***
After several excuses like “I’m stuck in bed with the flu” and “my son must have forgotten to mail it,” I still haven’t received the product.
As mentioned earlier, it’s best to use PayPal for insurance just in case, check the small details (like one time Christelle and another time Krystel), and if possible, call as you said, etc. “Good” lesson learned anyway.
Have a good day.
Hello, I just got scammed by a certain ********* for the purchase of a MacBook Pro. She sent me her ID photo and even her health card. And once the transfer was made, nothing at all. Tomorrow I will file a complaint.
Hello,
I too have fallen victim to a scam on Le Boncoin and I plan to file a complaint in the coming days. For your information, you can prepare your complaint on the government website https://www.pre-plainte-en-ligne.gouv.fr/
Here are the details that the scammer gave me:***
I hope my experience can prevent others from going through this kind of misadventure.
Have a nice day.
I too have fallen victim to a scam on Le Boncoin and I plan to file a complaint in the coming days. For your information, you can prepare your complaint on the government website https://www.pre-plainte-en-ligne.gouv.fr/
Here are the details that the scammer gave me:***
I hope my experience can prevent others from going through this kind of misadventure.
Have a nice day.
I'm just sharing my experience to warn those who wish to buy one day and will have this rib in their hands, or for those who have already bought and retrieved their contact details and complaint numbers.
I wasn't expecting any little tears.
The people who buy second-hand are mostly the most disadvantaged, those who cannot afford to buy the product new. Many save for a long time before being able to purchase a part that is already very used and have no choice but to go this route.
If certain vermin can therefore abuse "legally" or, in any case, without risk, why would they hold back? It's borderline incitement to theft.
The fact is that these scammers are even encouraged by a failing penal, judicial, and banking system, one that is nonexistent or even complicit...
You’re not going to make me believe that one can create a postal account, cash in money, and then disappear without leaving a trace?
Unless you have very large means (on a country scale) or are covered by the police, it is impossible in our time!