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Juv16773
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Hi everyone

I received this email from a 'purchaser" of goods:

You have received a PayPal Payment of $1,450.00 AUD fromxxxx
 
A temporary hold has been placed on this transaction!
 
As mentioned in the receipt of Payment and as per New PayPal Payment policy, we have fully debited the total amount (above) from the buyer's account which includes the buyer's shipper's pick up fees.
 
Transfer On Pending...

In order to complete this transaction and get the funds approved in your account. We advise you to transfer the sum of $600.00 AUD to the Agent and send us a Scanned Copy/Screenshot of your Fund Transfer Receipt.


NOTE: This is important as a security measure to ensure safety of this transaction. 


Please, find below the name and address of the Transport Agent where the Funds would be sent via xxxxx
 
Pick Up Agent:
 
Account Holder Name:xxxxx,

Account Number:xxxx

Sort Code:xxxx

Bank Name:xxxxx

Recipient's xxxx

Payment Reference:xxxx

Purpose Of The Transfer:payment for goods and services,

Country:United Kingdom.
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Thanks in advance.

 

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kernowlass
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@Juv16773 

 

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