A SPIKE in snatch-and-run crooks has prompted Narre Warren police to warn Casey residents of the dangers surrounding selling goods online.
Detective Senior Sergeant Rob Clark said there’s a resurgence of scammers in Casey and they’re targeting mobile phones.
“It’s been occurring quite frequently in Casey and we are warning all sellers to be vigilant,” he said.
The setup starts online when the offender offers to buy the mobile phone, knowing they will snatch the phone and run without paying.
“They arrange to meet victims at unusual locations, car parks at McDonald’s and use a stolen phone with a different number to communicate before the robbery,” Det Sgt Clark said.
“If selling goods online be careful, look out for suspicious behaviour.”
Have you fallen victim to thieves doing a runner? Let us know at dailyeditor@starnewsgroup.com.au or contact Georgia Westgarth on 5945 0612.
