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The video describes a new social media scam targeting people who want to make purchases online, particularly on platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Instagram. The scam works as follows:
1. The scammer posts an item for sale, such as a phone or other product.
2. When someone is interested in buying the item, the scammer requests the buyer’s address, but does not ask for payment upfront.
3. The scammer then goes to a verified seller on a platform like Google and purchases the same item, using the buyer’s address.
4. The scammer has the verified seller ship the item to the buyer’s address, but does not inform the buyer that they are getting the item from a different seller.
5. When the buyer receives the item, the scammer will ask them to make payment, claiming it is for the original seller.
6. If the buyer tries to contact the original seller to confirm, the scammer will block both the buyer and the original seller to hide the scam.
The advice given to avoid this scam is:
1. Always insist on meeting the seller in person to inspect the item before purchase.
2. Ensure the payment is made directly to the verified seller, not the scammer.Overall, the video warns about this new social media scam tactic and provides tips to help buyers protect themselves.
