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Fraud (info flash)

Are you about to strike an exceptional deal? 

Read this first! 

Recent incidents among our members, unfortunately, remind us that it is important to be vigilant during commercial contacts so you don’t fall victim to well-organized swindlers!
 
The modus operandus is as follows:
 Inconnu02

You are approached by:

- a prospect

- a new customer

- a new contact with an existing customer
 CannedFoodWhite

This is about a simple order (a standard product) but it is urgent
Money There is no negotiation about the price you propose
 

If all these elements are present and you do not require pre-payment, beware!

In reality this could be a swindler posing as somebody else. As soon as the products have been delivered (to a rented depot) they will disappear and never be paid for!

If you are of have been confronted with such a situation, do not hesitate to contact us.

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