SELLING ITEMS THROUGH ONLINE MARKETPLACES?

SELLING ITEMS THROUGH ONLINE MARKETPLACES?

Good morning,

We’ve received reports locally of individuals using fake banknotes to pay for goods purchased through online marketplaces. Please take extra care when selling items to people you do not know.

Safety Tips:

Meet in a safe, public place – avoid secluded areas.

Check cash carefully – look for security features such as watermarks, holograms, and raised print.

Consider safer payment methods – such as bank transfer or secure payment platforms.

Trust your instincts – if something feels wrong, cancel the transaction.

Report suspicious activity – contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or report online at https://www.staffordshire.police.uk

Stay alert and protect yourself from fraud.

Thank you,

Chad Carrington

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CHAD CARRINGTON
(Police Community Support Officer, Rugeley Neighbourhood Policing Team, Staffordshire Police)