WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – The Garden City Police Department said it has received numerous reports of people using Facebook Marketplace to scam people attempting to sell items via social media.
Police say the scammer will often send a photo of their driver’s license or another form of identification to gain trust, express urgency to act and convince the victim to switch to a third-party option for payment. Police say a recent victim reported losing several thousand dollars.
Police warn to be vigilant in online marketplace shopping and to trust your instincts if you think you’re being scammed. Do not give out personal or financial information.
You’re encouraged to report spam/fraud through whichever social media platform you’re using. If you live in the Garden City area and believe you’ve been a victim of fraud, report it to your bank and call the GCPD at 620-276-1300.
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