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The finder who wants a vet bill paidSCAM

A real scam people fell for this year, next to the real thing. The numbers mark the three things to check: hover or tap one to see what it tells you.

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APAnne P.Nextdoor neighbour
Hi! I think I have Biscuit. A little brown terrier with a red collar was in my backyard this morning.9:41
Oh my gosh, that sounds like him!9:42
He's safe and has had some water. I'm at 14 Maple Ct, come by whenever you like. Bring a photo of him so I know he's yours.9:42
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GMGreg M.Nextdoor neighbour
Hi, I saw your post about Biscuit. I found him by the highway, he was hit by a car and he's at the vet now.9:41
They won't do the surgery until it's paid. Send $480 on Cash App to $GregM4471 right now and I will send you the clinic's address.9:42
Message Greg M.

Always check the payment.

A "finder" who has your dog at a vet you can't call, and wants $480 on Cash App before you can see him. Real finders tell you where your pet is and let you come.

Always checkThe real oneThe scam
1Where it livesIs it the real company's or person's own address or number?

A neighbour on Nextdoor who saw your post.

Also a "neighbour" on Nextdoor who saw your post.

2What it asks you to doCheck firstDoes it want a password, a payment, a call, or a tap?

Come to her house with a photo of your dog.

Send $480 on Cash App, and only then you get the clinic's address.

3How hard it pushesIs there a deadline, a threat, or a surprise charge?

Come whenever you like, he's safe.

He's hurt and the surgery won't happen until you pay right now.

RememberNever pay to get your pet back before you have seen it. Call the vet yourself, or meet the finder in person.

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