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I found the same scam on my local Craigslist in Alaska. I’ve been in email contact with “Amy” who recently moved to the UK. What I’m wondering is how does this person pull it off if she doesn’t receive payment until the package is received by the buyer? I’d like to play her along for a while just to waste her time…

I found the same scam on my local Craigslist in Alaska. I’ve been in email contact with “Amy” who recently moved to the UK. What I’m wondering is how does this person pull it off if she doesn’t receive payment until the package is received by the buyer? I’d like to play her along for a while just to waste her time…

this person posted in texas craigslist as well.

this person posted in texas craigslist as well.

there are about 3 macbook scams listed in the Lima, OH craigslist.

there are about 3 macbook scams listed in the Lima, OH craigslist.

“Amy” also posted in the Nebraska Craigslist area as well. I’ve been in contact with her for a while. If you think something is to good to be true it always is. Thanks everyone for the posts.

“Amy” also posted in the Nebraska Craigslist area as well. I’ve been in contact with her for a while. If you think something is to good to be true it always is. Thanks everyone for the posts.

Yep, almost fell for this today. Glad I googled. When she started talking about DHL and all that I was like something seems weird. Instinct I guess. Turns out I was right! Hope nobody actually gets caught paying this person any money. Phew for me! Just in the nick of time.

Yep, almost fell for this today. Glad I googled. When she started talking about DHL and all that I was like something seems weird. Instinct I guess. Turns out I was right! Hope nobody actually gets caught paying this person any money. Phew for me! Just in the nick of time.

Still at it ….

Bold Dreamer
to [redacted]
date Wed, Oct 1, 2008 at 12:30 PM
subject Re: 15″ MacBook Pro, 2.4Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 200 Gb HD for $600

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Hello,

My name is Amy and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on March 8, 2008. The laptop works perfectly and it has never had any problems. Included in the $600 price is everything (right down to the original box that FedEx shipped it in) with the order from Apple (manual, cleaning cloth, etc). The laptop has almost 3 years AppleCare coverage until March 2011.
One important thing is that the laptop is a US version so the software is for the US and also it doesn’t need a power converter.
I have attached some pics with the laptop to this e-mail so you can see the condition of the laptop, and I hope we can work out a deal.
Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 15″ MacBook Pro, with 2.4Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 200 Gb HD for $600 USD.
Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and if you are interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Amy

Still at it ….

Bold Dreamer
to [redacted]
date Wed, Oct 1, 2008 at 12:30 PM
subject Re: 15″ MacBook Pro, 2.4Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 200 Gb HD for $600

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Hello,

My name is Amy and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on March 8, 2008. The laptop works perfectly and it has never had any problems. Included in the $600 price is everything (right down to the original box that FedEx shipped it in) with the order from Apple (manual, cleaning cloth, etc). The laptop has almost 3 years AppleCare coverage until March 2011.
One important thing is that the laptop is a US version so the software is for the US and also it doesn’t need a power converter.
I have attached some pics with the laptop to this e-mail so you can see the condition of the laptop, and I hope we can work out a deal.
Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 15″ MacBook Pro, with 2.4Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 200 Gb HD for $600 USD.
Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and if you are interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Amy

Here is the email addresses of 2 more scams.
job.solutions123@live.com
bobbyuser@live.com

They type in bad broken english and say they live or are traveling in the UK and would like to have you ship the laptop to the son at a different address. They offer to pay the shipping and the amount is 300usd.

“thanks for the reply …..i could love to come and see it.but for now i am out of town to the uk so i will like you to ship this item to my son i will be offering you 300usd including the shipping cost making 1750usd”

Beware anything where you can’t get cash or meet in person.

Here is the email addresses of 2 more scams.
job.solutions123@live.com
bobbyuser@live.com

They type in bad broken english and say they live or are traveling in the UK and would like to have you ship the laptop to the son at a different address. They offer to pay the shipping and the amount is 300usd.

“thanks for the reply …..i could love to come and see it.but for now i am out of town to the uk so i will like you to ship this item to my son i will be offering you 300usd including the shipping cost making 1750usd”

Beware anything where you can’t get cash or meet in person.

YES! IT IS A SCAM!!!! BEWARE! The only way we are going to shut this scammer down is by flagging everything they list.

YES! IT IS A SCAM!!!! BEWARE! The only way we are going to shut this scammer down is by flagging everything they list.

ok shes at it again…..this time the name is Susan….same story, but different product. Its a 42″ lcd selling for 350.00…..seller pays shipping from UK and all that also..

ok shes at it again…..this time the name is Susan….same story, but different product. Its a 42″ lcd selling for 350.00…..seller pays shipping from UK and all that also..

Yah, saw the MBP ad for the fourth time in as money weeks on the Little Rock, AR craigslist. I flag this every time I see it and sometimes from multiple IPs for expedient removal.

Still working on “Knife to the face over IP” technology for scammers like this. The first time I saw this ad my heart lepat a beat. Now I just wanna burn them.

I feel for the poor schmucks that think “Oh, that seems legit”.

Keep fighting and flagging them guys. It’s our only means to remove them until violence via IP is in place.

Yah, saw the MBP ad for the fourth time in as money weeks on the Little Rock, AR craigslist. I flag this every time I see it and sometimes from multiple IPs for expedient removal.

Still working on “Knife to the face over IP” technology for scammers like this. The first time I saw this ad my heart lepat a beat. Now I just wanna burn them.

I feel for the poor schmucks that think “Oh, that seems legit”.

Keep fighting and flagging them guys. It’s our only means to remove them until violence via IP is in place.

I got one of thes E-mails too, just this time it’s from “Nathan” and he has CANON XL1S 3CCD Digital MINI DV Camcorder for sale.This post showed up in Washington state Craigslist.

From: Nathan Neels (nathan.neels@hotmail.com)
“The camera is in great working condition and it looks nice and clean. It’s a NTSC version and I’m in Carlisle, United Kingdom where it can’t be properly used. I really need the money and this was received as a gift, I don’t really need it. I’m willing to pay for shipping and to use a way of covering our backs against inconvenient situations. Hoping to hear from you soon.
Nathan”

I got one of thes E-mails too, just this time it’s from “Nathan” and he has CANON XL1S 3CCD Digital MINI DV Camcorder for sale.This post showed up in Washington state Craigslist.

From: Nathan Neels (nathan.neels@hotmail.com)
“The camera is in great working condition and it looks nice and clean. It’s a NTSC version and I’m in Carlisle, United Kingdom where it can’t be properly used. I really need the money and this was received as a gift, I don’t really need it. I’m willing to pay for shipping and to use a way of covering our backs against inconvenient situations. Hoping to hear from you soon.
Nathan”

lopeuityb@aol.com – another scammer. Claims to have 1500 – 17″ new Mac Book Pros that she needs to sell for $700.00 each. She claims to be selling 25-30 per day. She says she does the transaction through UPS-SCS, that I can look at the laptop before completing a deposit to UPS.

She had bad broken english and states that she’s in Greece, Athens.

She posted on Craigslist in my local area, but then she doesn’t even live in the US.

She took forever to answer my questions about warranty and serial numbers. She finally answered saying they do have serial numbers but since the laptops are in a UPS warehouse, she can’t get to them to be able to prove she has the serial numbers.Oh and she got upset that I think her laptops sound fishy. She told me to go buy a fish. hahaha

“lopeuityb@aol.com
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Fishy?
Ok, please buy a fish, i wone sell you any laptop.
Good luck.

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lopeuityb@aol.com – another scammer. Claims to have 1500 – 17″ new Mac Book Pros that she needs to sell for $700.00 each. She claims to be selling 25-30 per day. She says she does the transaction through UPS-SCS, that I can look at the laptop before completing a deposit to UPS.

She had bad broken english and states that she’s in Greece, Athens.

She posted on Craigslist in my local area, but then she doesn’t even live in the US.

She took forever to answer my questions about warranty and serial numbers. She finally answered saying they do have serial numbers but since the laptops are in a UPS warehouse, she can’t get to them to be able to prove she has the serial numbers.Oh and she got upset that I think her laptops sound fishy. She told me to go buy a fish. hahaha

“lopeuityb@aol.com
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Fishy?
Ok, please buy a fish, i wone sell you any laptop.
Good luck.

“

“Amy” also posted in the Nebraska Craigslist area as well. I've been in contact with her for a while. If you think something is to good to be true it always is. Thanks everyone for the posts.

I had the exact same thing happen to me. She was selling a Macbook in the Nebraska region for $600 (very good deal).. when I emailed her she said she is located in the UK. Her email address is <rachel.watkins29@hotmail.com> She sent me the exact same email that Amy sent “wayward”… Beware!

Craigslist is the heaven for scammers. I learned this the hard way.

http://laptopmacbook.blogspot.com/

That's the same scammer as on craigslist.

Also got scammed by Rachel Watkins. I am PISSED. I am angry with myself. I should know better. I have reported it all over the place. I will call the police in the AM. They are busy tonight cleaning up from tornados in the area.

Just got the same email below in Little Rock, AR, however when I put this name into facebook it comes up with a local person, looks like this scam is getting sneakier by finding people in local cities and using there names to look more legit.

From: Rachel Watkins [mailto:rachel.watkins.79@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, June 30, 2009 1:32 AM
To: xxxxxxxx@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,6 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 250 Gb HD, iSight Camera – $600

Hello,

My name is Rachel and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple in January , 2009. The laptop works perfectly and it has never had any problems. Included in the $600 price is everything (right down to the original box that FedEx shipped it in) with the order from Apple (manual, cleaning cloth, etc). The laptop has almost 2 years AppleCare coverage until January 27th, 2012.
One important thing is that the laptop is a US version so the software is for the US and also it doesn't need a power converter.
The laptop comes with the Leopard 10.5.7 OS as well as the MS Office 08, the iLife 09, the Adobe CS4 and the Final Cut Studio Pro.
I have attached some pics with the laptop to this e-mail so you can see the condition of the laptop, and I hope we can work out a deal.
Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.6Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 250 Gb HD for $600 USD. Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and if you are interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Rachel

Thank you for listing this. I have been in contact with rachel in manchester England with a macbook pro for $600; it seems she has aged a year she is now Rachel.Watkins.29@hotmail.com. It didn't start that way. The listing in craigslist was for an outlying area of Washington DC, Southern MD. I sent the email. She returned my email sweetening the pot by list the ample software, MS office, CS4, and Final Cut! I emailed back not suspecting a scam. But as I pushed send I thought I'd just google “craigslist macbook pro” and came up with your blog. I suppose these scams work or people would stop doing it. Thanks again

Same exact scam, same exact email. I always research people's email addresses though. Glad I did this time. I was ready to go through with it. Seemed very legit with multiple photos.

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Hello,

My name is Rachel and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple in January , 2009. The laptop works perfectly and it has never had any problems. Included in the $600 price is everything (right down to the original box that FedEx shipped it in) with the order from Apple (manual, cleaning cloth, etc). The laptop has almost 2 years AppleCare coverage until January 27th, 2012.
One important thing is that the laptop is a US version so the software is for the US and also it doesn't need a power converter.
The laptop comes with the Leopard 10.5.7 OS as well as the MS Office 08, the iLife 09, the Adobe CS4 and the Final Cut Studio Pro.
I have attached some pics with the laptop to this e-mail so you can see the condition of the laptop, and I hope we can work out a deal.
Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.6Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 250 Gb HD for $600 USD. Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and if you are interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Rachel

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There is also a website called Sage-buy.com from china and they are selling real cheap macbooks.Can they be trusted?

Same scam, this time from rachel.watkins.79@hotmail.com:

Hello,

My name is Rachel and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple in January , 2009. The laptop works perfectly and it has never had any problems. Included in the $600 price is everything (right down to the original box that FedEx shipped it in) with the order from Apple (manual, cleaning cloth, etc). The laptop has almost 2 years AppleCare coverage until January 27th, 2012.
One important thing is that the laptop is a US version so the software is for the US and also it doesn't need a power converter.
The laptop comes with the Leopard 10.5.7 OS as well as the MS Office 08, the iLife 09, the Adobe CS4 and the Final Cut Studio Pro.
I have attached some pics with the laptop to this e-mail so you can see the condition of the laptop, and I hope we can work out a deal.
Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.6Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 250 Gb HD for $600 USD. Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and if you are interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Rachel

I did get scammed by “Rachel Watkins”. I'm just a poor fresh out of high school student trying to earn money and buy a computer so I can start doing some college classes. Now I am -$650 because of this dumb scam. Not only that, I tried to be nice after they scammed me. I gave “her” a 24 hour deadline before I contact the police and let them know what's going on. I can't believe I was so naive. I wish things had been differenct.

The email:
Hello,

My name is Rachel and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple in January , 2009. The laptop works perfectly and it has never had any problems. Included in the $600 price is everything (right down to the original box that FedEx shipped it in) with the order from Apple (manual, cleaning cloth, etc). The laptop has almost 2 years AppleCare coverage until January 27th, 2012.
One important thing is that the laptop is a US version so the software is for the US and also it doesn't need a power converter.
The laptop comes with the Leopard 10.5.7 OS as well as the MS Office 08, the iLife 09, the Adobe CS4 and the Final Cut Studio Pro.
I have attached some pics with the laptop to this e-mail so you can see the condition of the laptop, and I hope we can work out a deal.
Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.6Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 250 Gb HD for $600 USD. Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and if you are interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Rachel

Same thing happen here in NJ area listing. But, what's funny is that when i contacted her for the first time she was acting so sweet like SPLEDER. But, when i asked her, that on the web (sage-buy.com) the money receiver's name, under payment tab, is “geng chen” n how come she wants me to send her the money. she replied with, “oh don't be so judgemental, we work as a team”, and just so that it doesn't sound scam to u i'll give u $50 discount. I'll pay it from my pocket.” All i did was, i replied her back with just one sentence. “WHAT A B***H”.

Hey, good to read this here. Found a MacBook Pro for 800,- USD on craigslist in Sacramento. The woman who “sells” the MacBook Pro 17″ (her name is Kathleen) is actually in Manchester, UK, too ;) What a coincidence…
The e-mail-adress used by this person is [carlospinact@aol.com]. The description of the MacBook was good and the woman seemed to be very nice. She send me two links [http://www.photoworks.com/photo-sharing/shareSignin.jsp?shareCode=AF68893C926&cp=ems_shr_alb_pml&cb=PW] and [http://unibodymacbookpro.blogspot.com] with pictures and description what made the whole thing even more suspicious than it was before.
Well, thank you for posting all this stuff, because otherwise I was really hoping that this wouldn't be a really bad try to screw people.

In ffice right now will go through this latter.

Thanks
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This is from another scammer with the email nick-_mcginn@hotmail.com. If you take a look at http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams – you will notice that they use tools outlined in this link.

Below is the email he sent me.

Greetings, Moe!
Thanks for your email but I live in Florida, US, do you accept shipping from here by UPS?The MacBook Pro 15.4″ intel C2D 2.8GHz 4GB 500GB MB986LL/A is new in box, never used and comes with 1 year Apple warranty and 3-year extended AppleCare.The price for it is AU$1,600.00, shipping by UPS included.Are you still interested to buy it?
Waiting your reply…
Kind regards,
Nicholas

In ffice right now will go through this latter.

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Brenda Granger (brenda.granger25@hotmail.com) from London, UK scamming via TNT shipping. They use http://www.globalship-tnt.com/details.html (I called TNT and confirmed that this is a fraud site) when TNT only uses http://www.tnt.com! Do not work with her for OBVIOUS reasons.

This is a big shit of scam – BEWARE – MacBook Pro Unibody Too good to be True – Im playing with Cindy Murray – cindy.muray30@hotmail.com – and i want to waste her time hahaha… Guys beware on this big shit of SCAM – if it sounds to good to be true then think thrice.
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Nice looking, no wear and tear 15″ MacBook Pro Unibody. – $580 (Downtown) – SCAM

Date: 2010-02-15, 6:16PM EST
Reply to: sale-mumuk-1602409742@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

The laptop is like new, Applecare warranty until May 1st 2010. Specs include 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB RAM DDR3 memory, 320GB Hard Drive, 5400rpm, NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Card w/ 512MB, 1440×900 Max Resolution, built in iSight, Aiport Extreme (802.11 a/b/g/n), 2 USB ports, 1 MINI Display Port and 1 Firewire.
Contact me if you want to buy it with cash.
I want to sell this within 1 week, so if you have the funds available contact me.
$580 is the asking price.

•Location: Downtown
•it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

PostingID: 1602409742

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From: Cindy Murray <cindy.murray30@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 320 Gb HD, iSight Camera – $550
To: clifford_reyes05@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, February 16, 2010, 12:17 AM

Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist

My name is Cindy and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 320 Gb HD for $550 USD. I have attached some pics so you can see the condition of the laptop.
The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on May 1st, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 9 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $550 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until May 1st, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Cindy

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Hello

I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Cindy

Cindy Murray,
Airline Warehouse Holidays

153 Barlow Moor Road
West Didsbury
Manchester
M20 2YA

Cindy Murray <cindy.murray30@hotmail.com> same scammer who sell unibody macbook pro. BEWARE!

this person told me the same exact story of moving to manchester except her name was cindy murray. this scam was posted on the pittsburgh pa craigslist. buyers beware

Wow, you were getting ripped off. She was only going to charge me $400. Thanks to people like you, I will not get scammed. Once I heard she was in England and she's using the name of a rather famous artist from there, I knew it was too good to be true. You win some, you lose some, but we're here to fight another day! Thanks a million.

found the same person under the Philly section selling the macbook pro. she was operating under the name: Cindy Murray [cindy.murray30@hotmail.com]…be careful out there.

this is the email she sent me: (I also want to add that in the description on Craigslist, she said she worked as a wedding photographer and used the MBP for photoshop only…clearly not mentioned here at all.)

Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist

My name is Cindy and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 320 Gb HD for $600 USD. I have attached some pics so you can see the condition of the laptop.
The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested.This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on May 1st, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 9 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $550 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until May 1st, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Cindy

It is amazing how long this has gone on. I got the same email from Cindy Murry who has “just” moved to Manchester.
The interesting thing… The address from the previous post at 153 Barlow Moor Road, comes back to the Education Section of the Consulate General of the Peoples Republic of China in Manchester.

Thank you for whoever posted this you just saved me from being scammed very badly. Ecspecially Bobby who was talking about Cindy and the Unibody Macbook Pro, you saved my ass.

I am in NYC and she states her name is Cindy Murray. Is this the same scammer? I have been negotiating with her and thought she was legit until I read the enclosed comments? Please advise ASAP

now the spammer is sending an email w/ cindy.murray29@hotmail.com. be aware.

Yes she is alive and kicking in Chicago. Using cindy.murray.30@hotmail.com. Also hacked into TNT shipping to give me fake confirmation info. Receiver name was Lauren Gates in Manchester, UK.
Down with the dishonest, to the gallows!

Thanks Craig, she should somehow be prosecuted by the authorities. Wish we can have her stopped immediately, almost scammed me

AK, I cannot believe someone like this is continuing this Scam. I wish I knew how she or he can
be prosecuted by authorities. She won't stop until she will scam another victim. Please let me know what we can do. Thanks

I just found the same scam, being run by someone calling herself Ashley Morgan (ashley.morgan29@hotmail.com). As soon as I discovered the laptop was now in the UK rather than in Indiana, where I found the Craigslist listing, I plugged the body of the email into Google. And here I am! Here's the email I received:
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Hi, this is Ashley and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 320 Gb HD for $550 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on May 1st, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 9 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $550 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until May 1st, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Ashley

I've got this scammer on the hook……………
Her new email is ashley.morgan33@hotmail.com
Be Careful guys. We all know the saying if it is too good to be true it is.

That ashley morgan hit me back. Said she’s in the UK…hmmmmmmmmmmm

She or He is a Total Scammer, I have contacted the authorities in New York City and let's hope this
disgraceful human being is arrested immediately

Thanks she is a scam artist for sure and will get caught soon, I hope

She is now Ashley Miller [ashley.miller30@hotmail.com]

Juice,
Don't believe anything from this Male/Female? They might not even be in the UK. Total
Scam

..I don’t believe that the 2.4Ghz MacBook Pro was even available in 2008. Thank goodness for Google!!

I got one from Ashley too –

________
Hello

I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Ashley

Ashley Morgan,
Airline Warehouse Holidays

153 Barlow Moor Road
West Didsbury
Manchester
M20 2YA

________
I googled the address. It’s actually the education office of the Chinese Consulate in Manchester! I have to admit that I find that a little humorous. Glad I didn’t go through with the deal before doing a little research. Thanks for posting everybody!!

I got the same exact message for two accounts I emailed her from….That's how I check I email with two accounts one seeming a rookie and the other an expert buyer…when they go for the rookie it is a scam…more obviously if they mail the same exact wording for both…and today she told me that she would get things ready for shipping. I just wish I could get that laptop without paying her. but that laptop doesn't exist. I want to scam her….anyways im in phoenix

I almost fell for it too, and when I asked when will you be in the states to complete the sale, I was responded with a cookie cutter email… Wish the world was more trustworthy… Also, I just looked at the date of this post, looks like this one is a long standing one… however, 'she' made a fake TNT international site for me to go to and send her money

Same scam is being offered on Craig's list Atlanta, by Ashley Morgan at email address “ashley.morgan.29@hotmail.com” also posing as employee of Airline Warehouse, 153 Barlow Moor Road, West Didsbury, Manchester M20 2YA. Payment offered through TNT International fake site. see attached corespondance

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.
http://tnt.com.overnight-post.com/about.tnt/ind...

Let me know

Ashley

Ashley Morgan,
Airline Warehouse Holidays

153 Barlow Moor Road
West Didsbury
Manchester
M20 2YA

Ashley has been trying to scam me on the Cleveland Craig's list

this person stills on the same, i gogle her email, and it takes me here, most of these scammers are located in Nigeria and the reson to use UK as a current location its because its easy to set up a bank account there

regards.

HEY GUYS!!!!THIS “AMY” GIRL IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!only now her name is ashley with the same story…macbook pro for 550$she sent me this fake link explaining how we can do a secure transaction…. http://tnt.com.overnight-post.com/about.tnt/index/details.html im going to play her along for now lol btw im in canada!!!

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.
http://tnt.com.overnight-post.com/about.tnt/index/details.html

Let me know

Ashley

Ashley Morgan (ashley.morgan.30@hotmail.com)
Ashley Morgan,
Airline Warehouse Holidays

153 Barlow Moor Road
West Didsbury
Manchester
M20 2YA

so ive been in conversation for a 13″ macbook pro for a very low $400. i couldnt believe it but i thought id test the waters and see how legitimate it was.

from and Ashley Morgan claiming to be out of Portland NH, not far from my home… moved to UK and the rest is obvious.

we spoke a little, until after i started mentioning i wanted to call her and noticed she dodged my question, but updated her email with a new signature, featuring her name, an airline company name and an address.

153 Barlow Moor Road,
West Didsbury,
Manchester M20 2YA, United Kingdom

google mapped it, to find its the education office of the Chinese consulate in the UK. so i called the number to that office and asked if they have heard of an Ashley Morgan… sure enough they hadnt.
hahahahahahahahahaha.

i think im gonna continue messing with this mystery person and just act like im gonna buy it and drag it out as long as possible and really piss him/her off.

oh and another thing to pay attention to that i also noticed, the first email was written in a different font and size as the second one, and the next had a new signature… anyone who really uses an email doesnt need to constantly change these settings.

Same in Cleveland with Ashley Morgan…I wonder how many people have actually fell for this scam?? I wish Craigslist had a way to track IP addresses and if there from out of the US they should be blocked

I experince this scam on craigslist. I also got this scam on Amazon.com. A new seller will sell a cheap macbook pro real cheap then back out (In my case). The seller will say he has only one unit. Then he will ask for your shipping so amazon can send you a email to intiate purchase. The email goes straight to bulk mail. He wants you to send him money via moneygram. Guess where guys??? TO ROMANIA…wow good scam. Clear indicator if nothing else does. It makes you disappointed but most of the time if its too good to be true….it is. sadly

Thank you for posting this! This person is still operating–if you google the email address she (or he) has postings on craigslist all over the us.

It's now Ashley Roberts in Manchester. Postings in Ottawa and Vancouver craigslist. Prices are dropping – now asking in the $550 and $580 ranges.

It's like a Where's Waldo game – thank goodness for Google …

Hello

Yes, I can sell it for $500.
I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Ashley

Ashley Roberts – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Hello, another scam from Ashley/ 2010 Mar 29
——————–

Hello

Yes, I can sell it for $500.
I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Ashley

Ashley Roberts – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Here is another scam form ashley robert.
Even I got the discount from him ^^;

———————————————————————-

From: Ashley Roberts [mailto:ashley.roberts.34@hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 7:30 PM
To:XXXX@YYY.com
Subject: RE: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 320 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $550

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.
http://tnt.com.overnight-post.com/about.tnt/ind...

Let me know

Ashley

Ashley Roberts – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

________________________________________
From: XXXX@YYY.com
To: ashley.roberts.34@hotmail.com
CC: ashley.roberts34@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 320 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $550
Date: Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:31:31 -0400
Money is ready, so can we start to make the deal right away.
Thanks,

From: Ashley Roberts [mailto:ashley.roberts34@hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 6:18 PM
To: XXXX@YYY.com
Subject: RE: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 320 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $550

Hello

Yes, I can sell it for $500.
I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Ashley

Ashley Roberts – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

This UK creep posted in San Francisco, as well.

Here's what her e-mail said:

Hi, this is Ashley and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 320 Gb HD for $550 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on July 1st, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 9 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $550 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until May 1st, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Ashley

She is now also using the name Laura Hilton in the Cleveland, OHio craigslist. Same exact story as all the others. She is in Manchester, United Kingdom.

so, “brenda granger” is her new name
shes “in the u.k.” and would like to sell her macbook for 600.00
shes posted in the wisconsin and chicago boards
the new e-mail is brenda.granger25@hotmail.com
here is the ad
Best Offer!MacBook MacBookPro5,3 – $540

Date: 2010-04-06, 7:30PM CDT
Reply to: see below

Model Identifier:
Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.66 GHz
Memory: 8 GB
Hard Drive APPLE SSD SM128: 120 GB
Display Type 15 in TFT active matrix
Chipset Model: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M
VRAM (Total): 256 MB

For more specs and pics contact me at : brenda.granger25@hotmail.com

She is also appearing as Laura Hilton… BEWARE

Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 320 Gb HD for $550 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on July 1st, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 9 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $550 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until May 1st, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura

———-
This is Laura again from Manchester, United Kingdom regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro. Did you receive my earlier email?
I just wanted to make sure you have all the specs for the laptop, the Apple 15.4″ Unibody MacBook Pro Laptop for $550.
The complete specs are below.2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4.0 GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Memory, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M and NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Processors with 512MB of GDDR3 Memory, 320GB SATA 5400 RPM Hard DriveAlso included is the Lithium-Polymer Battery and also the Apple Remote and Case.
Let me know if you like it.

—————

Laura Hilton is doing it in Houston, TX. The mail server she is trying to send from is at Server Beach. She is using a hotmail address but she is sending it through the a server on Server Beach, someone should get that IP address shut down (69.174.245.204)

hahahahaha…
Same almost happened to me. This time was brenda.granger25@hotmail.com, i googled the email found out it was a scam….

Google rocks!

im doing a deal with brenda she said she is in london and can send me the mac using TNT now i see this is a scam im gonna stop this before loss my money i also got another guy how say he is in london toohis name is Daniel Sanchez and his email is usachrono@gmail.com

Also Posted In Fo-co/ Northern Colorado area Under Colorado! DO NOT REPLY! I almost made the mistake myself!

And here is the email i first received when i contacted with interest.

Hello,

The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested for $400. My name is Laura and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 13.3″ Aluminium Macbook Pro and the laptop's specs are:

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Processor
3 MB L2 Cache, 1066 MHz Bus Speed
4 GB DDR3 Memory
250 GB SATA (5400 RPM) Hard Drive
13.3″ Glossy (1280 x 800) LED Backlit Widescreen Display
Built-in iSight Camera and internal Omnidirectional microphone
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M with 256MB Shared Video Memory
8x Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVDaR DL/DVDaRW/CD-RW)
AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi Wireless (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
10/100/1000 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet
SD Card Slot
Ports: 2 x USB 2.0, FireWire 800, combined Optical Digital output/headphone out with selectable Analog Audio line in, Mini DisplayPort, RJ-45, MagSafe Power Port
Unit Dimensions: 12.78″ (W) x 0.95″ (H) x 8.94″ (D)
Unit Weight: 4.5 Pounds

I tried to be a thorough as I could with the specs so you can have the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
About the laptop I can say it is 8 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop is still under warranty for the next 4 Months and the good part is that the Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner

The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008.

One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Laura

Here is the new way used by “Laura Hilton” to get your money. (By the way, the Macbook Pro is now $400). To good to be true. Beware…

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.
http://tnt.com.nextday-shipping.info/about.tnt/...

Let me know

Laura

Laura Hilton also is at it again in the DC area with a 15″ Macbook Pro. Coincidentally, my husband is in England this week on business, so when she wrote that she was in the UK, he wrote back “great” where would you like to meet! Haven't heard back from her – but googled her email and discovered the scam. Are there any legit macbook pro's for sale on craigslist?

Hello,

The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested for $400. My name is Laura and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 13.3″ Aluminium Macbook Pro and the laptop's specs are:

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Processor
3 MB L2 Cache, 1066 MHz Bus Speed
4 GB DDR3 Memory
250 GB SATA (5400 RPM) Hard Drive
13.3″ Glossy (1280 x 800) LED Backlit Widescreen Display
Built-in iSight Camera and internal Omnidirectional microphone
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M with 256MB Shared Video Memory
8x Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVDaR DL/DVDaRW/CD-RW)
AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi Wireless (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
10/100/1000 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet
SD Card Slot
Ports: 2 x USB 2.0, FireWire 800, combined Optical Digital output/headphone out with selectable Analog Audio line in, Mini DisplayPort, RJ-45, MagSafe Power Port
Unit Dimensions: 12.78″ (W) x 0.95″ (H) x 8.94″ (D)
Unit Weight: 4.5 Pounds

I tried to be a thorough as I could with the specs so you can have the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
About the laptop I can say it is 8 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop is still under warranty for the next 4 Months and the good part is that the Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner

The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008.

One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Laura

Hi, this is Laura again from Manchester, UK, regarding the 13″ Aluminium MacBook Pro.
I am not sure if the pics went through in earlier email that I sent you, so I am sending them again.
Please confirm if you have received the pictures and let me know if you like the laptop and you are interested in buying it.

Hi,

“Laura Hilton”, or whoever that is, is very active in Connecticut right now. They came with a new ad today, from Milford, CT, on Craigslist, April 29, 2010. Same price, same specs, $400 for a Macbook, with warranty! Ready to meet this week. Please Craigslist, do something!!!!!

Also active in Nashville, TN under the name Laura Hilton, from Thortons

Hello

I am sorry I wasn't able to get back to you over the weekend, I was away in vacation.
I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Laura

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Thorntons

Scary thing is that there is a Laura Hilton who does work for Thortons

http://www.thorntonsgraduates.co.uk/profiles.php

Same thing from dresserarianna@live.com. Seemed suspicious from the start.

Scamming on Toronto Craigslist Laura Hilton — same scam. Saying from UK

same scam here in georgia and there is another one that goes by the name of arianne dresser from united kingdom as well using a tnt shipping scam! this is rediculous and i hope this person gets caught or someone gets pissed enough to go beat the shit out of her/him. funny how i got the same reply from two different ads with two different names thats what set me off to start checking into it. thanks and dont ever ever ever buy something you cant see first hand from craigslist!

Well, with so many complains I am surprised that neither policy nor craiglist do something about this. Anyway, I do not think Laura Hilton is actually selling the laptop. It's reasonable to assume that the person who *gets the money* is actual crook. In the instructions sent to me from “tnt”, the name of the person who should receive money was “Sarah Taylor”. I believe only Sarah Taylor is eligible to grab the money and run. Nature of western union does not allow to track her. My attempt to convince “Laura” for PayPal money request left without answer… I am wondering if that Sarah Taylor is actually doing living from this scam? I can imagine that only small percentage of people who caught this scam became suspicious about it. It is not easy to catch… Anyway, anybody from policy out there or crooks will abuse Internet and enjoy freedom forever? I think this list is sufficient evidence to ask “Sarah Taylor” few questions…

Sounds like it's whole gang of crooks rather than single person… Here are details for sameday-tnt.com where all payment communication is coming from. By the way, notice that laura.hilton29@hotmail.com is at 29 right now. Does it mean she used that trick 29 times or is it here age? :)

Registration Service Provided By: HIGH HOSTING ENTERPRISES, INC
Contact: +001.8503682092

Domain Name: SAMEDAY-TNT.COM

Registrant:
Sameday
Ashley Roberts (ashley.roberts31@hotmail.com)
15 Railway Street
Bury, Manchester
West Midlands,BL0 9AL
GB
Tel. +44.01706827400

Creation Date: 20-Mar-2010
Expiration Date: 20-Mar-2011

Domain servers in listed order:
ns4.highhosting.net
ns3.highhosting.net
ns2.highhosting.net
ns1.highhosting.net

Administrative Contact:
Sameday
Ashley Roberts (ashley.roberts31@hotmail.com)
15 Railway Street
Bury, Manchester
West Midlands,BL0 9AL
GB
Tel. +44.01706827400

Technical Contact:
Sameday
Ashley Roberts (ashley.roberts31@hotmail.com)
15 Railway Street
Bury, Manchester
West Midlands,BL0 9AL
GB
Tel. +44.01706827400

Billing Contact:
Sameday
Ashley Roberts (ashley.roberts31@hotmail.com)
15 Railway Street
Bury, Manchester
West Midlands,BL0 9AL
GB
Tel. +44.01706827400

Status:LOCKED

Thanks for the blog…. yeeeessss too good to be true… almost fell for it. Found the named person's bio at the company she claims to work for. I'll keep playing with her… keep you posted.

First e-mail:

Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 500 Gb HD, iSight camera for $500 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on June 8, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 11 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $500 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until June 8, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6.2 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura

Second e-mail:

This is Laura again from Manchester, United Kingdom regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro. Did you receive my earlier email?
I just wanted to make sure you have all the specs for the laptop, the Apple 15.4″ Unibody MacBook Pro Laptop for $500.
The complete specs are below.2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4.0 GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Memory, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M and NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Processors with 512MB of GDDR3 Memory, 500GB SATA 5400 RPM Hard Drive, iSight camera. Also included is the Lithium-Polymer Battery and also the Apple Remote and Case.
Let me know if you like it.

Laura

Third e-mail: 4 good looking photos.

Fourth e-mail (all within 12 hours):

Hello

I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Laura

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Thorntons

It's supposed to be this woman… but it is not. See Laura Hilton… looks like a nice person.
http://www.thorntonsjobs.co.uk/Page.aspx/3/Our_...

I'll play along for now…. don't buy it unless you can touch it at the ti9me of transaction.

Again… another e-mail… within 2 hrs. LOL This is moving quickly. I'm having fun now!

RE: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 500 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $500
…
From:
Laura Hilton <laura.hilton.29@hotmail.com> [Chat now]

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.
http://tnt.com.nextday-shipping.info/about.tnt/...

Let me know

Laura

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Thorntons

Here's TNT…. accurately named as this deal is about to blow up…. here's how they list themselves.

TNT International Express Features:

Economical, easy to use and fast, TNT Express gives you the power to reach people anywhere in the world.

- Guaranteed delivery by 10.00am to USA and Canada
- Guaranteed Saturday Delivery
- Electronic Proof of Delivery
- Free return if mail is undelivered
- Send Airmail from over 14,000 Post Offices
- Compensation cover up to £1000

TNT International Express Third Party Delivery Service reduces risks associated with Internet transactions by acting as a licensed, trusted, neutral third party providing assistance to Internet shoppers for Internet transactions.

TNT International Express Inc. Third Party Delivery – How does it work?

Phase 1: Buyer and Seller Agree to Terms

Both parties agree to terms, which includes a description of the merchandise, sale price, number of days for the Buyer's inspection.

Phase 2: Transaction – 8 easy to follow steps.

1. The Buyer will provide the Seller with his shipping information.
2. Seller will go to a TNT Location and will leave the merchandise in TNT's custody with the Buyer's name and address as the intended receiver.
3. TNT will make a complete verification of the merchandise, and TNT will also verify the legal papers of the merchandise.
4. TNT will send to the Buyer a written confirmation that the package is in TNT's custody and also, that the package content has been verified and it is ready to be delivered to the Buyer's shipping address. In this delivery notification TNT will also send a complete description of the merchandise, with detailed specifications of the merchandise.
5. At this point TNT will send a complete set of payment instructions to the Buyer, instructing the Buyer on how to make the money deposit to TNT, to the name of the TNT Agent responsible with the transaction. The Buyer and the Seller will receive a Reference Number that identifies their specific transaction.
6. The Buyer will complete his/her payment following the specific instructions sent to the Buyer by our TNT Customer Service. TNT will verify the payment information provided by the Buyer, and after the payment is received by our TNT Payment Service, TNT will deliver the package to the Buyer's shipping address. This service is a door to door service.
7. The Buyer receives the package and verifies the merchandise. After the Buyer verifies the merchandise – and only if the Buyer is completely satisfied with it because the merchandise matches the description sent by the Seller – the Buyer will instruct TNT to release the payment to the Seller.
8. If for any reason, the Buyer will not be satisfied with the package content, the Buyer will return the merchandise to TNT with no expense, no questions asked. In this instance the Buyer will receive a full refund from TNT with funds taken from the Seller's Trust Fund.

My response to last e-mail…. whoever this jackass is.. they think they've hooked a sucker.

“Yes. This sounds great. I have never heard of this service before. It looks perfect for our purposes. Thank you so much for the fast response, I really appreciate it. How do we go about the transaction? “

I sent this to the security division at Thornton's in order to let the real Laura Hilton know that someone is using her identity to steal from others:

Just letting you know that some fraud is posing as one of your employees and is attempting to sell laptops on Craig's list here in the United States. In fact they are doing it in at least 15 different cities that I can tell. I'm sure that the real Laura Hilton would like to know that someone is using her identity and your company's good name to perpetrate a serious crime. See this blog and access “newest entries” for more details. If you security or police contact me… i will gladly forward the e-mails to you from this criminal.
Cheers, from the USA.

This is rich…. TNT has a page which addresses fraud… and they seem to be completely complicit with it:

Please read carefully

Internet Fraud

TNT is aware that fraudsters use TNT's identity on websites and email messages to mislead internet shoppers. The fraudulent communications typically concern a request for advance wire transfer of money to pay for goods ordered on the internet, before the goods will be allegedly shipped by TNT. Or it concerns messages that request for an advance payment before the release of some lottery prize.

We advise all customers to beware of such requests for advance on-line payments, and that the existence of a consignment number (or tracking number) is not necessarily proof that a consignment is in the custody or control of TNT.

If you are in any doubt as to the authenticity of any TNT communication or whether TNT is in fact delivering a shipment intended for you, please contact our customer service department in your country at add relevant (national) customer experience telephone number.

TNT does everything reasonable in its power to prevent these scams from happening again. Our customer service, security and legal departments are working closely together to inform our customers of these scams and take them down. Furthermore, we cooperate with (inter-)national organizations to help prevent these scams (i.e. governments, Western Union, eBay, Office of Fair Trading).

And the dance continues…..

RE: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 500 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $500
…
From:
Laura Hilton <laura.hilton.29@hotmail.com> [Chat now]
…

I would need your name and address to start the process.
I will also try to explain everything.
First I go to TNT with the laptop and start the delivery procedure.
After I give them the laptop for you, TNT will send you a notification to let you know the process has been initiated, and that they have the laptop for you and also the complete specifications of the laptop.
Also, in the notification they will send you clear instructions on how to make the payment to TNT, to the TNT agent's name.
After you complete your payment, then you will notify TNT, they will collect the payment and once they have your payment, then they will deliver the laptop to you in 2 days time.
After you receive the laptop you will test them to see if they are as I said.
Once you receive the laptop you will have 5 days to test the laptop and if you are 100% satisfied you will keep it and at this poing notify TNT that you are keeping the computer and that they can send me the money.
In the event that you do not like the laptop you will notify TNT you are not keeping the laptop and at this point the TNT people will come to your address and pick up the machine and give you a full refund of your money.
So it is simple, I would say.
If you agree to these terms, send me your name and address and I will go to TNT with the laptop and start the delivery procedure.
Please let me know soon
Cheers

Laura

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Thorntons

Here's my Laura Hilton email threads:

Sure, call me by all means.
I have received the info and I will be sending the laptop today.

—

I just spoke to a woman at the Peel Ave store – she didn't recognize your name. Not sure which # to call… A

—

I am not sure where you called. I will get you the number today

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Same thing over and over. Got hit up TWICE. Thanks for posting guys, saved my life.

I'm on the New Hampshire Craigslist and got hit up by Laura Hilton and Arianna Forney, both out of the UK (Laura in Manchester, Arianna in Wolverhampton). They used the addresses “laura.hilton31@hotmail.com” and “arianna.forney@hotmail.com” Both wanted to use TNT, which, apparently, is not the REAL TNT). The URL they gave me was <http://uksolutions-tnt.com/tnt.express.wolverha...>. These people are bigtime scammers! Good thing I googled!

But, out of curiosity, what happened to the people who fell for it? Did they never send anything or did they send bad stuff?

Best of luck to you all. Hope we can keep people from falling for this.

Well, I fell for the scam. What really burns me is that I sensed red flags and wasn't going to go through with it until she (under the alias “Laura Hilton” as described above) mentioned she would go through TNT. I just came home from living in New Zealand where TNT is a reliable, legit service. I checked out the website and checked the emails against the website and all seemed to check out. (Note: I looked up the actual TNT website. She didn't send me a link to it.) It was the $500 USD for a Macbook Pro Scam on the Nashville, TN craigslist. I had been bidding on a couple $700 Macbook Pros on ebay at the same time so I didn't think the $500 was too unreasonable of a price.

But in the end, she/he/whatever “it” is got me. I guess the addage of a fool and his money are soon parted still holds true..

I'm sorry to hear that you got scammed too! When I saw the Ad on Craigslist, I knew that couldn't be true, that's how I found this blog. These scammers should be locked up for good!!
Isn't there a way where we can stop that B…h? This is just crazy, that so many have been screwed/scammed/shit on, and none can do anything about it….!!!

I have been emailing the “adrianna forney” and my brother is a computer security genuis so he's working on finding this person. I wonder how smart this person is (if its more than one person) and if they are viewing this website. We will get him/her

i just got one with a Laura Hilton selling the same laptop.

From the Jackson, Wi craigslist

laura.hilton30@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: 13″ Aluminium MacBook Pro, iSight Camera for $400
Date: May 19, 2010 8:00:57 PM C

Hello,

The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested for $400. My name is Laura and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 13.3″ Aluminium Macbook Pro and the laptop's specs are:

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Processor
3 MB L2 Cache, 1066 MHz Bus Speed
4 GB DDR3 Memory
250 GB SATA (5400 RPM) Hard Drive
13.3″ Glossy (1280 x 800) LED Backlit Widescreen Display
Built-in iSight Camera and internal Omnidirectional microphone
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M with 256MB Shared Video Memory
8x Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVDaR DL/DVDaRW/CD-RW)
AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi Wireless (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
10/100/1000 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet
SD Card Slot
Ports: 2 x USB 2.0, FireWire 800, combined Optical Digital output/headphone out with selectable Analog Audio line in, Mini DisplayPort, RJ-45, MagSafe Power Port
Unit Dimensions: 12.78″ (W) x 0.95″ (H) x 8.94″ (D)
Unit Weight: 4.5 Pounds

I tried to be a thorough as I could with the specs so you can have the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
About the laptop I can say it is 8 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop is still under warranty for the next 4 Months and the good part is that the Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner

The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008.

One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Laura

I've also been in contact with this fraudster.

Here's the latest response I received –

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.
http://tnt.com.express-parcel.info/about.tnt/in...

Let me know

Laura

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Interesting… I too came across this… selling a Macbook Pro for $500 from Manchester. She goes by email laurahilton31@hotmail.com. When I asked why she's selling a 1-yr. old Macbook Pro for only $500… well, I'm still waiting to hear the answer. I smell a scammer and they should be reported to Craigslist…
RS

Well Arianna Forney strikes again. Its amazing that for two years they have been scamming and craiglist still allows them to post. I have a simular issue. The item was a Sony Vaio, she recently lived in Birmingham, AL. and moved to the UK. She found a delivery company caslled TNT Solutions in UK. Unfortunate for me I just thought to research her name a bit further and yes, I sent the money Western Union. Its only money, I hate scammers, and evil never wins. Hope some catches up to them soon

laura.hilton29@hotmail.com is fully active with 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 500 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $500 and they are always in UK, mostly in Manchester. If you play along, they'll create a fake account on TNT for you to wire money and “you can't use a Credit Card” it has to be cash..Go figure.

here in tampa too wow

And the SCAM continues: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 500 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $500

from Laura Hilton <laura.hilton29@hotmail.com>
to ME
date Thu, May 27, 2010 at 2:25 PM
subject Re: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, the specs
hide details 2:25 PM (12 minutes ago)
This is Laura again from Manchester, United Kingdom regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro. Did you receive my earlier email?
I just wanted to make sure you have all the specs for the laptop, the Apple 15.4″ Unibody MacBook Pro Laptop for $500.
The complete specs are below.2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4.0 GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Memory, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M and NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Processors with 512MB of GDDR3 Memory, 500GB SATA 5400 RPM Hard DriveAlso included is the Lithium-Polymer Battery and also the Apple Remote and Case.
Let me know if you like it.

Laura

laura.hilton29@hotmail.com also scamming here on Raleigh,NC Craigslist.

Looks like they're back in NH too… After spending hours on e-bay I thought the deal was too good to be true

Hello,

The laptop is still available and I hope you are still interested for $400. My name is Laura and I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Just to make sure we are on the same page, I am selling the 13.3″ Aluminium Macbook Pro and the laptop's specs are:

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Processor
3 MB L2 Cache, 1066 MHz Bus Speed
4 GB DDR3 Memory
250 GB SATA (5400 RPM) Hard Drive
13.3″ Glossy (1280 x 800) LED Backlit Widescreen Display
Built-in iSight Camera and internal Omnidirectional microphone
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M with 256MB Shared Video Memory
8x Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVDaR DL/DVDaRW/CD-RW)
AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi Wireless (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
10/100/1000 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet
SD Card Slot
Ports: 2 x USB 2.0, FireWire 800, combined Optical Digital output/headphone out with selectable Analog Audio line in, Mini DisplayPort, RJ-45, MagSafe Power Port
Unit Dimensions: 12.78″ (W) x 0.95″ (H) x 8.94″ (D)
Unit Weight: 4.5 Pounds

I tried to be a thorough as I could with the specs so you can have the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
About the laptop I can say it is 8 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop is still under warranty for the next 4 Months and the good part is that the Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner

The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008.

One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop if you're really interested in buying it.

Here is the new twist
Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 64GB 3G iPad from Craigslist

My name is Arianna and I am now in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
I am selling the ipad for $550 USD. I have attached some pics with it to this email.
The ipad is still available and I hope you are still interested. The ipad was bought brand new from Apple a few weeks ago.
About the ipad I can say it's in perfect shape, as I used it only for a few weeks. Included in the $550 price is everything that came with the ipad.
The ipad is here with me.
I tried to be as thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the ipad if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Arianna

Hi fellows,
i wasn't too smart enough and i fell for the same arianna forney scam. she posed as an i-phone seller on craigslist. soon as i showed interest in the phone she emailed back to tell me she had moved to Wolverhampton, UK. i do have family in the uk so i was going to have a sister meet her in person and do the purchase but she said she would do that transaction through TNT international express. i verified the name and truly there was a TNT delivery service. i did not take time to find out more as the number was a uk number. arianna forney then posed as a john scales and a Barney Ennis who worked for the same delivery company. they asked me to do a money transfer through western union which i foolishly did. my i-phone was suppose to be sent the next day with 5 daysof inspection period before the money was withdrawn. and up till date i have never set eyes on the phone. what kills me is the time i have invested through communications with arianna. i think the FBI should be notified because this is ridiculous.or the whole craigslist thing should be tightened by a system that verifies sellers id, and demograhics before things get out of hand. i have learned my lesson and i would not recommend buying on craigslist to anyone.PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM CRAIGSLIST AND ALL IT GOOD TO BE TRUE TRANSACTIONS.

Another one for the books…

Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Manchester, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 500 Gb HD for $500 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on July 8, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 11 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $500 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until July 8, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner. You can also purchase 2 more years of Applecare warranty.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Snow Leopard 10.6.2 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura

She is now trying to do it in Atlanta, GA email Address: laura.hilton29@yahoo.com. I think they choose an email address from the same domain as your email so their email want go to your spam box. I tell people do not trust any posting without a phone number. Something is wrong with that. I will like to start a group and hunt these people down. I hate them. I truly wish they will all die, life is hard enough.

The email is below.

This is Laura again from Manchester, United Kingdom regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro. Did you receive my earlier email?
I just wanted to make sure you have all the specs for the laptop, the Apple 15.4″ Unibody MacBook Pro Laptop for $500.
The complete specs are below.2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4.0 GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Memory, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M and NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Processors with 512MB of GDDR3 Memory, 500GB SATA 5400 RPM Hard DriveAlso included is the Lithium-Polymer Battery and also the Apple Remote and Case.
Let me know if you like it.

Laura

laura.hilton.31@hotmail.com

Hello

I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Laura

Laura Hilton – Process Manager

Thorntons
143 Peel Avenue,
The Trafford Centre,
Manchester

http://www.thorntons.co.uk

Ditto in New Haven, CT. I just got scammed by Susan.Thompson29@hotmail.com.

A simple Domain Lookup did the trick for me.

Susan.Thompson29@hotmail.com
Domain name: sameday-tnt.com, online-tnt.com

Hope this post gets all the Google juice it deserves.

Erichfeng- glad you posted that e-mail; that's how I found this list. Just got an e-mail back from Susan.Thompson29@hotmail.com as well with this same message. Thought it was a suspicious posting anyways, but this confirms true scam!

I am dealing with Susan.Thompson30@hotmail.com in South Florida. Same emails, just moved to new destination, Birmingham, UK

Hey what a coincidence, I am dealing with Laura Owens with the address of laura.owens36@hotmail.com she is also in Birmingham, UK. Her emails match most of what is said here- except she has a different laptop.

What a total SCAM! I am so glad I haven't sent her any money.

Funny, I am dealing with Laura Owens as well but her e-mail is laura.owens33@hotmail.com (not 36). She posted out of Portland, OR but of course is in the UK. I am glad i found this blog. I figured it to be a scam when she said she's in the UK. Thanks guys

HEY JACOB,

CHECK THIS OUT!

I am at the bottom on this post…

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if it wasn't for my fiance i would be shit out of luck too. i almost fell for this shit too. it was a phillips 42 lcd tv from craigslist. HiI still have the TV. The TV is in perfect shape (take a look at the attached pics) and it comes with 18 months of transferable warranty. I am now in United Kingdom. I have been relocated here with my work several months ago. The TV is a US version and I think I can sell it for a better price in the US.Since I can't meet you and make the exchange, I would like to use a service that will help us with that. Please go here to see the procedure:TNT is a worldwide delivery company (like Fedex, DHL or UPS). You can see from their procedure that you will be able to check the TV before I receive the payment. If you are in a hurry, I will use 2 day delivery (shipping is on me).Let me know what you think.Thanks, Susan

BE CAREFUL GUYS!!!

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87 days ago by joshhh13 0 Votes

Yep, I just got hosed by this scam. Too bad I didn't Google BEFORE the package didn't show up on time…
The whole process seemed so legit, they send you emails and stuff that look very legitimate so be careful!
82 days ago by heatherbirdlady 0 Votes

No thanks, everyone has already been scammed, u idiot fiez. he's trying to sell fake chinese counterfeits, if u think anyone is going to buy into that scam, ur an idiot.
33 days ago by TimmyYoz 0 Votes

Almost got me too, thanks for posting all of these everyone. I think a wonderful email about her sending me something is in order…or giving them the run around.

Arianna Ellenberg
to me

show details Jun 28 (3 days ago)

Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 46″ Sony LCD, 1080p full HDTV from Craigslist

My name is Arianna and I am now in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 46″ Sony LCD, 1080p, full HDTV, 120 Mhz for $350 USD. I have attached some pics so you can see the condition of the TV.
The TVis still available and I hope you are still interested.This TV was ordered brand new 4 months ago.
About the TV I can say it is 4 months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $350 price is everything the TV came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The TV still has warranty for the next 20 months. The warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
The TV is here with me in UK.
I tried to be as thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the TV mostly for the news and movies, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
One more thing, the TV is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the TV if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Arianna

***THEN I asked why, kinda unbelieving, then this.***

I'm selling it because I can't use it here. It only works in the US.
I found a way to sell you the TV that will cover the both of us. It's a worldwide delivery company called TNT. They have a service that will allow you to test the TV before I receive my payment.
Please go to the TNT website below and read their procedure so we can be on the same page:

http://tnt-solutions.com/tnt.express.wolverhamp...

I will pay the TNT shipping fee.

Thanks.

***(My current response)***

Arianna,

I actually have a really good friend who works for UPS and has a family member, Alex, in Wolverhampton! I just talked to him yesterday. He told me he would gladly inspect the TV and then pay for it on the spot if it is in working condition. That way we both win in the end! He will be there all month working.

What a great solution right! Sometimes, the luck just happens to be on your side.

Would you please send me an address so he can know where to find you. Or even a phone number if you would want to meet at another location.

I know that website said western union, but he will just have cash, should work out just fine. He could do euros/pounds/dollars, whatever you think is best.

Thanks again!

(I am betting on a lack of response.)
32 days ago by luckywales 0 Votes

Yep – I almost did this – Jeez – I just thought I'd research if this escrow idea was fraudulent…I was thinking “if a deal is too good to be true, etc”: Here's my email from “Arianna”

“Hi,

I won't return home so soon. I'll have to send it to you from here.
I found a way to sell you the ipad that will cover the both of us. It's a worldwide delivery company called TNT. They have a service that will allow you to test the ipad before I receive my payment.
Please go to the TNT website below and read their procedure so we can be on the same page:

http://tnt-solutions.com/tnt.express.wolverhamp...

I will pay the TNT shipping fee.

Thanks.”

OMG – seriously! I almost did this.
26 days ago by Saved by the Bell 0 Votes

Arianna from Wolverhampton sure is one busy chick!! Her latest post>an IPAD through craigslist, Ft. Myers Fl. The reply email is the same as the others, no points for originality here; ” Hi my name is Arianna, I'm now in Wolverhampton, UK, I've attached pictures of the IPAD, tried to be as thorough as possible, please let me know if you're still interested…blah blah blah…”

I replied stating my interest and suggesting the use of PAYPAL, a true, safe payment option, I offered to pay her half the money up front, and the remainder upon receipt of the item. (Paypal protects you, and you can use your protected credit card to pay). She then suggested the TNT website, and gave a link, which upon first inspection looked quite legit. HOWEVER…I was scammed buying a surround sound a few months back, only to find the exact “deal” all over the internet as a scam. So I decided to check out google for TNT/Scam, just to be on the safe side. SAVED BY THE BELL!!!

They don't have any of my money, or my credit info, although I suppose “she” does have my mailing address…dare her to come to my crib though…I'd love to meet her…HA!!

SCAM ARTISTS ARE EVIL!! Thank goodness the interenet can be used for good and evil ;-)
25 days ago by vorea26 0 Votes

HA im so glad i looked into tnt… im usually good at finding scams on craigslist… Arianna “blake” is now trying to sell an iphone 4 haha thanks everyone
24 days ago by nivs 0 Votes

I got a similar message and fell for it. Just in time to get out of it and get back my money!

here is the email message from the same Arianna and from Wolverhampton in UK!

Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 64GB 3G iPad from Craigslist
Arianna Foreman <arianna-foreman@live.com>
Subject: the 64GB 3G iPad from Craigslist $500
Date: July 1, 2010 4:49:44 AM MDT
To: ME

My name is Arianna and I am now in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
I am selling the ipad for $500 USD. I have attached some pics with it to this email.
The ipad is still available and I hope you are still interested. The ipad was bought brand new from Apple a few weeks ago.
About the ipad I can say it's in perfect shape, as I used it only for a few weeks. Included in the $500 price is everything that came with the ipad.
The ipad is here with me.
I tried to be as thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the ipad if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Arianna

I sent the money through Western Union as advised by “customer services TNT”. I called TNT the next day because my payment was not being picked up and I wanted the ipad! TNT said that they DO NOT work with Western Union! They told that it was likely a scam. I called Western Union and found out that the money had not yet been picked up in UK (most likely because of it was a weekend!) and so I cancelled my transfer. Western Union gave me back all my money including their service fee of 43 USD.
Now I see all these posts on the internet talking about craigslist scam involving apple products and TNT services.
Thank heavens I got my money back…BEWARE of Arianna!
22 days ago by rjgunnjr317 0 Votes

WOW! this “Susan” was going to sell me a MacBook Pro for $400. I work extremely hard for my money, I'm so happy I saw this! Thank God.
20 days ago by theresafromdc 0 Votes

well, here is my conversation with Arianna:
_____________________________________________________________________________________

Date: Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:14:25 -0400

Subject: Re: the 46 inch SONY LCD, full HDTV Craigslist $350
From: …@gmail.com
To: ariannapaxton@hotmail.com

Hi Arianna,

Thank you for the reply, the pictures looks great and I'm very interested. Since the tv is in UK would it be have to be shipped? I hope you would agree to split the shipping somehow. Or are you coming to the US to visit soon and that's why you placed it on the DC craigslist? If we were to split the shipping how much do you think it'll be? Probably more than the TV huh. In that case maybe you should pad the box with something else I can sell, that way we don't waste the shipping, and then I can split the money with you for whatever profit I make. How does that sound? If that works out well maybe I can buy more TVs from you.

By the way your english is also quite good as it lacks the usual british slangs, I think you should move to DC it'll be very suitable for you, and it'll save us shipping fees.

Thanks,
Theresa
_____________________________________________________________

On Wed, Jul 14, 2010 at 11:58 AM, Arianna Paxton <ariannapaxton@hotmail.com> wrote:
Hi Theresa,

I posted the ad there because I live there. But now I have been relocated here with my work. I am selling the TV in the US because it can be used only in the US. It can't be used here. I am not a seller, this is the only TV I have.
I found a way to sell you the TV that will cover the both of us. It's a worldwide delivery company called TNT. They have a service that will allow you to test the TV before I receive my payment.
Please go to the TNT website below and read their procedure so we can be on the same page:

http://global-tnt.com/tnt.express.wolverhampton...

I will pay the TNT shipping fee.

Thanks.
________________________________________________________________________

From: Theresa <…@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Jul 14, 2010 at 12:23 PM
Subject: Re: the 46 inch SONY LCD, full HDTV Craigslist $350
- Hide quoted text -
To: Arianna Paxton <ariannapaxton@hotmail.com>

Hi Arianna,

I am willing to purchase the TV. And since you are kindly offering to pay for shipping, I will reimburse half the shipping to you when I receive the TV to be fair. I think even with that price it's a good deal fr the TV. In fact, it's pretty darn good where I'm willing to compensate for the packaging and handling, so let me know what the total is for the box, the styrofoam peanuts, the bubble wraps, the transportation to postal office, and your time spend on it and I'll include that as well.

If you can please ship the TV first so I can inspect it myself. Then I will have the money transferred to your account. You can trust me because you will have my home address and our names rhyme.

Best,
Theresa
19 days ago by kjc15 0 Votes

I received this, now going by Susan the chef. Don't do it.

ello

I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Susan

Susan Thompson – Chef

The Barnt Green Inn Kendal End Road, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8PZ

0121 445 4949

http://www.barntgreeninn.co.uk
13 days ago by ricky11194 0 Votes

This is the transaction that I have with the scammers:

Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 46″ Sony LCD, 1080p full HDTV from Craigslist

My name is Arianna and I am now in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 46″ Sony LCD, 1080p, full HDTV, 120 Mhz for $350 USD. I have attached some pics so you can see the condition of the TV.
The TVis still available and I hope you are still interested.This TV was ordered brand new 4 months ago.
About the TV I can say it is 4 months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $350 price is everything the TV came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The TV still has warranty for the next 20 months. The warranty is fully transferable to the new owner.
The TV is here with me in UK.
I tried to be as thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the TV mostly for the news and movies, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
One more thing, the TV is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

Please get back to me and let me know if you like the TV if you're really interested in buying it.

Thanks,
Arianna

why are you selling it? what is the cost to ship it?

Hi,

I'm selling it because I can't use it here. It only works in the US.
Well, I found a way to sell you the TV that will cover the both of us. It's a worldwide delivery company called TNT. They have a service that will allow you to test the TV before I receive my payment.
Please go to the TNT website below and read their procedure so we can be on the same page:

http://england-tnt.com/tnt.express.wolverhampto...

I will pay the TNT shipping fee.

Thanks.

This sounds like a great deal! I know there is no way this could be a scam. I mean, it isn't like i have access to google or anything to easily check the key words “scam, craigslist, tnt shipping”. And because of that I will live in my fairy world were everyone is honest!

I will gladly buy the TV! Please let me know when you ship it. When it arrives, I will send you a payment for the TV without a problem. I will even sweeten the deal:

I will give you an extra 100 dollars if you make a video of you eating the beef out of my stool.

Don't worry, you are flagged as scam now :) Enjoy your evening!
7 days ago by sov 0 Votes

thank you guys so much for posting these complaints. I almost fell for it as well. this time she went under name of laura owens. This is the email i got from her below:

Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 500 Gb HD for $500 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on August 8th, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 11 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $500 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until August 8th, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner. You can also purchase 2 more years of Applecare warranty.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura Owens – Chef

The Barnt Green Inn Kendal End Road, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8PZ

0121 445 4949

http://www.barntgreeninn.co.uk
4 days ago by Angela630 0 Votes

I got the same email where she went as “Laura Owens”!!! Thank you so much for posting this!
3 days ago by shizzyshae 0 Votes

Saved by my sister, gladly i called my sister she looked it up and said SCAM ! So right now Arianna McLean should be emailing be back soon, and she will here it from me . UGH !, It kills to see peopl falling for it . I just knew an iphone 4 32gb, for 350.000 was impossible glad i didnt even send her anything !
4 hrs 55 mins ago by geowak 0 Votes

This lady is NOT from Hudson Ohio. She states she is from the UK and her name is Laura Owens (CHEF). She wants the buyer to use a shipping company called TNT. This is a complete SCAM. I have seen her name HERE as Susan.

This lady will NOT answer questions about Hudson, Ohio. I think she has a duplicate ad for Avon, Ohio. PLEASE do not fall for this SCAM JOB.

I find it VERY INTERESTING that TNT is in AFRICA?? Is that true? Maybe Laura is too.

Here is an ad that is recent (AUG 3, 2010)

Good condition 13″ MacBook laptop – $400 (hudson)
Date: 2010-07-27, 7:59AM EDT
Reply to: sale-tukta-1865508272@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Cash deal only for laptop. Can meet and make the exchange anytime this week. Available for sale, 13″ Aluminium Apple MacBook Pro. The laptop is in very good shape, no dents, no scratches. I am selling it because I've recently upgraded. The laptop was bought new in June and still has Applecare warranty until June 2010.

Specifications include

- 13.3″ Glossy Widescreen LCD (1280×800 Resolution)
- Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Processor
- 256MB Graphics Memory
- 250 GB SATA (5400 RPM) Hard Drive
- 4096 MB DDR3 (PC3-8500) RAM Max: 8GB Memory
- 8x Slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
- Built-in Airport Extreme Card (802.11a/b/g/n)
- Ports: 2 x USB 2.0, FireWire 800, combined Optical Digital output/headphone out with selectable Analog Audio line in, Mini DisplayPort, RJ-45, MagSafe Power Port
- Leopard OS 10.5.7 Installed and Fully Updated
- Microsoft Office 2008 Installed and Fully Updated
- iWork '09 Installed and Fully Updated
- iLife '09 Installed and Fully Updated
- Microsoft Office 2008
- Power Adapter and Front Row Remote Included

The price is $400.

* Location: hudson
* it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

image 1865508272-0

PostingID: 1865508272

MORE FROM LAURA…

Obviously we need a safe way to complete this deal that will allow us to make sure we receive what we are after.
I will pay for a 2 days delivery so you will receive the laptop within 3-4 days.
I was looking for a safe way to complete this sale and I have found a way for us to complete the deal safely and fast, and in this way you will receive the laptop in less than 3 days.
The solution is provided by the worldwide shipping company TNT.
They have a service which will provide us with a safe way to handle the payment and delivery of the laptop.
With this procedure you will have the chance to test the laptop before I receive my payment, and the TNT procedure will ensure my safety as well in receiving the payment. And since TNT will also take care of the delivery this will go very smooth and fast.
The procedure is explained on the TNT website. I saved the exact link so please click on the link below to the TNT website where the procedure is explained.

http://tnt.com.overnight-airmail.info/about.tnt...

Let me know

Laura

Laura Owens – Chef

The Barnt Green Inn Kendal End Road, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8PZ

0121 445 4949

http://www.barntgreeninn.co.uk

The Barnt Green Inn

STILL MORE FROM LAURA…

Hello

I am glad to see you are still interested. The laptop is with me in the UK and if we decide to go ahead with the deal we will need to find a safe delivery and payment method.
I am looking to complete the deal within a week, so please let me know if you have the funds available at this time or if you will have the money within the week.
If you have the money I am ready to go ahead with the transaction right away.
Let me know
Cheers

Laura

Laura Owens – Chef

The Barnt Green Inn Kendal End Road, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8PZ

0121 445 4949

http://www.barntgreeninn.co.uk

The Barnt Green Inn

MORE ON LAURA…

Hi, this is Laura again from Birmingham, UK, regarding the 13″ Aluminium MacBook Pro.
I am not sure if the pics went through in earlier email that I sent you, so I am sending them again.
Please confirm if you have received the pictures and let me know if you like the laptop and you are interested in buying it.

Laura

I have been in contact with Laura Owens too. Knowing this is a scam from the first email, I decided to play along.
Since the company I work for has an office in the UK, I just asked where they can come and pick it up from her. And actually, my companies UK office is really close to Rednal.
Be interesting to see what she says.

This email is pulling scams for a macbook pro as well – dcwatson2010@yahoo.com

went by the name 'Rachel Watkins'

after responding to an ad posted in my local area, I got this response.

“i was actually just about to take down the ad because we just noticed there was a mistake when we posted the ad on craigslist, i must have scrolled the mouse wheel when selecting the city because it was supposed to be posted in Louisiana.

i don't have a problem with shipping it but that would be up to you.but let me know if that is something you want to look into and ill give you a call because my bank has an option kind of like paypal so you will be able to test it out before releasing any money.i can give you a call tomorrow if you want.”

Talked to her on the phone and she was very sweet and convincing. These people work in a team, and the chick that I talked to on the phone wasn't the same person emailing me. Also someone pretended to be a company called 'NETSPEND'. If it involves that company it is netspend.

General rule of thumb.

Always pay in cash person to person, and receive the item upfront.

She was selling it in Racine WI for $400. Obviously too good to be true. Sent e-mail saying I want to buy, thought I would see how she responds.
At first I thought it was the MBP I had stolen last month.

Thank goodness for this forum. Almost got hosed. I am posting this in order to have her NEW identity crawled by Google, to make it easy for others to find.

The old adage has always been true, and proved true again: If it's too good to be true… it is.

From laura.owens31@hotmail.com

Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 500 Gb HD for $500 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on August 28th, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 11 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $500 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until August 28th, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner. You can also purchase 2 more years of Applecare warranty.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura

She posted in Milwaukee
Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 500 Gb HD for $500 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on August 28th, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 11 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $500 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until August 28th, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner. You can also purchase 2 more years of Applecare warranty.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura

Someone just stole our Macbook Pro 17 inch computer from the security conveyor at Orange County Courthouse, Orlando, Florida. I would think that anyone buying a computer through Craigs List would verify that the person owns the computer. You can do this by requiring them to furnish you the Serial Number and contacting Apple to make sure the owner didn't report it stolen.

I was about tho buy the same Mac Book,
A person call Laura Owens from Birmingham, United Kingdom send me even picture of the actual laptop offering $500 for it, -I know to good to be true-., that's why I Google her name and damn!!! she is popular for SCAMS.
Check this link out the real Laura Owens from Birmingham, United Kingdom http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/laura...

Ray Borgfeldt aka Stephen Olson frauds VAT ID numbers to invoice his sales in Sweden.
Lives in the UK. DO NOT DO BUSINESS with this con artist…nothing he does is ethical.
Caution his credit cards when he makes a purchase..they are more then likely frauded. Has 5 arrest warrants issued in the US for Identity theft for credit card fraud, counterfeiting, insurance fraud & Mail Fraud.
Terminated Pro Audio dealer Worldwide due to breaking agreements, smuggling, Vat Tax evasion, & fraud.

Changed his name legally to Steven Raymond Burke due to his arrest warrants & known frauds.

thank god for google and this message board….here is my emails from her(actually she sent 3, last one with just pics). I told her to call me to discuss and of course didn't hear back.

Laura Owens <laura.owens29@hotmail.com>
sender-time Sent at 7:52 AM (GMT+03:00). Current time there: 4:51 PM. ✆
to redacted
date Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:52 AM
subject Re: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, 2,66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb Memory, 500 Gb HD, iSight Camera for $500
Hi, this is Laura and I am getting back to you regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro from Craigslist.

I am now in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
I am selling the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, with 2.66 Ghz Core 2 Duo, 4 Gb memory, 500 Gb HD for $500 USD.
I hope you are still interested in buying it.
This Macbook Pro was ordered brand new directly from Apple on August 28th, 2009.
About the laptop I can say it is 11 Months old and it is in good shape, no scratches, no dents as you can see from the pics I've sent. Included in the $500 price is everything the laptop came with when it was new, including the original manuals and warranty papers. The laptop still has Applecare warranty until August 28th, 2010. The Applecare warranty is fully transferable to the new owner. You can also purchase 2 more years of Applecare warranty.
I tried to be a thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
I have used the laptop mostly for internet browsing and presentations, so I would say it has been only lightly used.
The laptop has the Leopard 10.6 OS, the iLife 09 and the MS Office 2008 with the original recovery disks included.
One more thing, the laptop is an US version and it works on the US power and plug system so you do not need a converter to use it in the US.

I will send an email shortly with the complete specs and some photos so you can see the condition.

Get back to me and let me know if you like the laptop and you wish to buy it.

Thanks,
Laura

from Laura Owens <laura.owens29@hotmail.com>
sender-time Sent at 7:57 AM (GMT+03:00). Current time there: 4:50 PM. ✆
to redacted
date Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:57 AM
subject Re: 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro, the specs
This is Laura again from Birmingham, United Kingdom regarding the 15″ Unibody MacBook Pro. Did you receive my earlier email?
I just wanted to make sure you have all the specs for the laptop, the Apple 15.4″ Unibody MacBook Pro Laptop for $500.
The complete specs are 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4.0 GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM Memory, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M and NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Processors with 512MB of GDDR3 Memory, 500GB SATA 5400 RPM Hard Drive, iSight camera. Also included is the Lithium-Polymer Battery and also the Apple Remote and Case.
Let me know if you like it.

Laura