Resident scammed $500 for trailer rental via Facebook, Rockingham County NC


A resident was scammed out of $500 after paying through Facebook Messenger for a trailer rental but never received the keys.
Audio|Source: Rockingham County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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(number withheld), Fry Road, Cross Street, US 2.20.
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Grimps is a civil issue.
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I've got a (name withheld).
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It's request on public service[1].
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She said to (name withheld) received.
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She gave her $500 through Facebook Messenger to rent a trailer, but she still has not received the keys.
Police codes explained
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public service: Request for public service assistance
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Location mentioned:
US-220 & Frye Rd, North Carolina 27048
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