Brighton Man Swindled Out of £1,100 Samsung Fold Phone
A crafty fraudster has hoodwinked a Brighton man out of a Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 worth £1,100. The scam unfolded on Thursday, February 9, when the victim agreed to sell his phone but never saw a penny.
Buyer Vanishes After Fake Bank Transfer
The alleged buyer claimed to have sent the cash via bank transfer and walked off with the phone in hand. But the victim soon found out the payment was a sham – the bank confirmed no money had landed in the account.
Police Hunt Fraud Suspect – Public Help Needed
Brighton police have now identified a possible suspect and want the public’s help to track him down. Anyone with information is urged to report it online or call 101, quoting serial number 755 of 11/02.
Stay Alert! Authorities warn Brits to be careful when buying or selling gadgets with strangers to dodge fake payment scams like this.
