Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Police Department (CPD) has taken several reports of Fraud/False Pretenses or “Scams” over the last several months.
Facebook Marketplace and other social media platforms can be useful tools for buying, selling, or trading items; however, they have also been used to scam individuals out of money and goods.
CPD recommends that the consumer take precautionary measures to verify the information is valid before sending money.
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We have received reports of citizens sending anywhere from $35.00 to purchase a game, $1850 for a dog, and $2400 to $3100 to a person or business that listed a house for rent. Take precautions to protect yourself and your family.
The attached links can provide information that may be useful and help someone avoid becoming a victim of fraud.
www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/is-shopping-on-social-media-safe/