Got 2 fake Hermes bags on Instagram

[Jeweledrose]

Something is missing here...

 

[Jypsi]

so I did wire transfer 11500 usd to the seller and found out both bags are fake! I informed the seller and she asked me to send them back! She sent me a check of 7500 usd and ignored all my emails and block my Instagram account! What can I do now? I’m so sad

I believe that because a bank wire was involved in the fraud, it is considered a federal crime. Discuss it with your bank. I agree that you're lucky you got most of the money back.

 

[Anne2010]

While it is NOT my intention to pour salt on your wound....OMG. why!
Always REMEMBER “ you Never get something for nothing”!

 

[PJW5813]

You might want to ask a Mod that this thread be moved to the EBay forum...but it’s my understanding that wire transfers are a lost cause.

My reading of the title is that it is an Instagram transaction not eBay, so it should not be moved other than a caveat emptor.

I don't believe that the countries involved have been mentioned.
If it is not an international transaction you might at least get the satisfaction that the seller can be easily prosecuted.

 

[whateve]

My reading of the first post that it was an Instagram transaction not eBay

The ebay forum has expanded to deal with all kinds of online sales issues, not just those on ebay.

 

[papertiger]

The ebay forum has expanded to deal with all kinds of online sales issues, not just those on ebay.

I've asked for this thread to be moved t that forum. I hope the members there can help the OP out.

 

[PJW5813]

if the ebay forum has been expanded to deal with other online selling situations, might it not be a good idea to rename it so that the title reflects this?

 

[DaBish]

Op did you deposit or cash the check she sent you?

 

[MAGJES]

Op did you deposit or cash the check she sent you?

Excellent question and ......I think we all know the answer!!
That check will NOT be good.

OP.......Please share the instagram if you are able.
I am curious......what did this seller say that would make you comfortable sending CASH to her/him/stranger?

 

[Prufrock613]

Excellent question and ......I think we all know the answer!!
That check will NOT be good.

OP.......Please share the instagram if you are able.
I am curious......what did this seller say that would make you comfortable sending CASH to her/him/stranger?

I really wonder if we hear back.

 

[BeenBurned]

I have little doubt that the $7500 check will bounce and not only will you not have the money but your bank will charge you fees for depositing a bad check.

Please post a link to the seller's instagram account.

 

[MAGJES]

I really wonder if we hear back.

OP was on tpf late yesterday but not in this thread i guess......

I'd love a link to the seller's instagram too.

 

[BeenBurned]

TBH, it's very frustrating when posters come here and, unhappy that they're called out for having made (possibly) dumb moves, disappear!

I know I speak for myself and I'm sure others would do the same....we're still willing to try to help and advise but to vanish without so much as a "thanks anyway" is rude.

Seeing the IG, knowing possible location and other items, etc. could be helpful in ID'ing this crook.

And not coming back actually helps the scammer to continue to rip off others.

 

[DaBish]

I think the op named the seller in another thread. I might be wrong though

 

[DaBish]

I checked their posting history and didn't see it but I could've sworn op named the seller somewhere else. I am probably thinking of another poster though.