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Name: Mr richard Don

Email: don00rich0@msn.com

I want to make a reservation in your facility for Six (6) newly ordained priest from Greece they will be visiting your country for a seven (7) days religious program in the month of MAy 2009.
Arrival Date :10th MAy.2009
Departure Date:17th MAy.2009
Number of guest:6
Number of rooms:3

Kindly confirm availability and get back to me with the cost, so that we can pay a deposit for the rooms to be reserved for them, am waiting for your swift response.

Regards,
Richard Don

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Posed as owner: Alex Kingsman

Email: alexkingsman4@aol.com

Phone: 2063386068, 206-338-6068

IP: 41.219.203.66, Nigeria, Lagos

Scam rental description:

The apartment is located at 52 w 58th street Ny 10019, the apartment is centrally located and is a Spacious 3 bedroom 3 bathroom, approximately 2000 square feet, located in New York city,very close to major subways and easy access to everything the city has to offer. The bedrooms contain a king sized bed and two Queen beds (all towels and linens provided). The living room contains a futon couch, a coffee table, shelves dining table and chairs for 8 and a TV with built in DVD player. there is also a well-appointed office nook with wireless(Wi-Fi)connectivity, cable modem, dial-up modem hookup and space to work .Apartment comes with a brand new Sony Flat Screen Plasma TV. Central Air and Heat which you control, DVD Player, Great sound system, The kitchen is spacious and simple with plenty of storage and counter top space. It is fully equipped with a gas stove, a refrigerator, microwave, a coffee maker, and a toaster(all dishes, silverware, and pots included. The bathroom is fully equipped with a tub with a shower-head, iron and ironing board. It is fully equipped with an elevator,phone (free local calls) a coin-operated laundry room in the basement. The perfect environment for relaxing after a long day of work, exploration, or shopping, the natural-tone decor will encourage you to kick off your shoes, pour a glass of wine and enjoy the warmth of the comfortable modern furnishings, Apartment is Close to central park and some few minutes walk to Rockefeller Center and Times Square, Come all and enjoy all the BIG APPLE HAS GOT TO OFFER….Regards….

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Posed as owner: Jeffery Curtis

Phone: 206-338-2944

Email: j_curtis101@yahoo.com

IP: 41.219.192.105, NIGERIA, dial up, ASSIGNED TO LAGOS DIAL-POOL CUSTOMERS STARCOMMS.NET

Fraudulent Rental Description:

Park Avenue, The Most Prestigious Address in Manhattan. Midtown
Between Park and Madison, 24hr Doorman and Concierge, “High End”
Finishes, Modern Granite Kitchen, Marble Bathroom, Washer/Dryer, and
Gleaming Brazilian Cherry Floors. Furnished with Original
Contemporary Artworks and Sculptures. You Are Surrounded by Central
Park, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Museums, Shopping On Fifth and
Madison Avenue, Fine Restaurants, and Nightlife. The Views From This
Condo Are Spectacular!

Beautifully furnished with full new kitchen, comfortable and
luxurious living and dining areas. Entertainment center with flat
screen TV. Amenities and services available: housekeeping, room
service, gym, with full spa services, 3 restaurants in building, top-
notch security, floor butler and valet.

This is truly a citadel from which to enjoy your New York holiday.

VACATION RENTAL SCAM!!

Names found for this fraud:

• Morgan
• Morgan Wayne
• Brigth Gabriel
• Joyce Landers
• Patrica Clinton

Email: morganapartment@aol.com

Phone: 2063397377, 206-339-737, 206 339 7377

IP: 69.115.168.166 , OPTIMUM ONLINE (CABLEVISION SYSTEMS) OPTONLINE.NET, NEW JERSEY FREEHOLD

Fraudulent listing:

The Three bedroom apartment is located in Midtown Manhattan Artist/Designer built full 3 Bedroom luxury living loft in the heart of Manhattan, with separate large living room, kitchen, bar, bath. Newly renovated. High ceilings natural wood floor, gourmet island kitchen (with dishwasher, disposal, compactor, double door fridge and icemaker,
etc.). Double paned new windows surround living loft on 3 sides. Artist handmade and tiled archways and wall panels. Solid exotic hardwood floors. Super and freight elevator available by arrangement.Livingroom with separate custom-built with dishwasher. Quiet bedroom with double-sizebed and full bathroom adjacent. Custom-built oak staircase down to spacious second level. Tile floor, recessed lights, large open area with queen-size bed (enclosed by heavy curtain, for privacy), and separate bedroom with queen-size bed and single bed. Half bath. Fully-equipped laundry facility.

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Posed as owner: Denies Rodman

Email: d2rodman95@yahoo.com

Phone: 9325466765, 932-546-6765

IP: Nigeria, CDMA 1X/EVDO DIAL UP POOL

Scam rental description:

Apartment features one bedroom one bath with comfortable stay. Enjoy free cable TV, DVD player, Phone Service, High Speed Internet, Desk Top Computer, Fax Machine & Printer.

Of course you will have all of the towels, bed linen and toiletries that you can imagine. Oh, let’s not forget that I will provide an iron, ironing board and blow dryer for your needs. Your kitchen will be stocked with all of the extras

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Posed as owner: Rick Freeman

Email: nyawayfromhome@aol.com

Phone: 6468739656, 646-873-9656

IP: 41.219.200.6, Nigeria, Domain: STARCOMMS.NET

Scam rental details:

Best way to visit New York, Luxury at its best. Located at 165 West 88th Street Cross st: COLUMBUS & AMSTERDAM Area: Upper West Side Steps from Central Park, this apartment is in the most sought after location on the Upper West Side. this full service luxury condominium. designed by Andres Escobar along with architect H. Thomas O’Hara. This 4 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom home features a top of the line custom designed cook’s kitchen with imported Italian cabinetry, polished quartz stone countertops, handmade Waterworks tile backsplashes, fully integrated Sub Zero refrigerator, Dacor gas cooktop and electric wall ovens along with a Miele dishwasher. The kitchen is open to the living space. The Waterworks bathrooms are all masterfully appointed with handmade glazed tile, select hardware and custom designed lacquered vanities with marble countertops. Additional features include solid oak floors, individually controlled heating and air conditioning in each room and a Bosch washer & dryer. A storage unit also comes with the apartment. White glove building amenities include a private dining room and catering kitchen, a fully-equipped fitness center, a children’s playroom, separate bicycle storage and cold storage ideal for fresh food deliveries. Abigail Michaels concierge services are also available. Pets are welcome Conveniently located close to supermarkets, pharmacy, shopping area,bars, restaurants, movie theater. The apartments come equipped with; cable, phone (free local calls),We provide you with daily cleaning services, all linens and towels (no surcharges). also comes with a brand new Sony Flat Screen Plasma TV. Central Air and Heat which you control, DVD Player, Great sound system, Wifi, Granite Kitchen, cable tv, hi-speed wireless internet, door attendant and elevator, Restaurants and bars. This apartment is a nice, clean, very pleasant way to visit New York .stations R, N, E, D, 1, 2, B, A, and C lines one block away. Lincoln Centre beyond Columbus Circle is also close by,shopping and dining along the fashionable 5th Avenue and Madison Avenue, The Theatre District is also within walking distance. Visit the collection of shops.

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Posed as owner: Washington Jeffersson

Phone: 833 456 9834, 8334569834, 833-456-9834, (833)456-9834

Email: w.jeffersson@yahoo.com

IP: 72.3.137.82, United Kingdom, DSL - NET2ROAM LTD , Domain - ONSPEED.COM

Scam vacation rental details:

A Lovely And Warmly Beach Home for All Vacations. Living room, Dining room, Family room, Work-out Area, Alarm System, with Marble and Granite throughout. Outdoors Features: 34X16 Private Pool, Outdoor Kitchen with sink and built-in Weber grill, Outdoor Covered Dining Area, Outdoor Cabana, Secured parking with a iron gate/stucco wall that surrounds the home.

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Pose as owner: Krause, Jeff

Email: dougholms@googlemail.com

Phone: +44 7024069145

IP: 83.138.172.72 / UNITED KINGDOM, ONSPEED.COM

Fraudulent rental descriptions:

My 2-bedroom, 2-bath air-conditioned apartment, newly redecorated, is on the 3rd floor of a landmark Knightsbridge building, just 100 metres from Harrods and across from the Knightsbridge Underground station and Hyde Park. A porter is on duty at the main entrance 24 hours a day. Accessible: elevators and no steps from the street. The comfortable sitting room provides a sofa which makes up into a bed. It is equipped with TV/Sky box, DVD player, telephone, and computer with high-speed Internet. Full kitchen with all appliances and washer and dryer was new in 2007. The master bedroom has side-by-side twin beds and ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a large double bed and ensuite shower room. There is a half-bathroom off the hall. Buses and taxis pass the door. The surrounding area has many famous shops and restaurants. It’s a short walk west to the South Kensington museums; likewise east to Hyde Park Corner, Piccadilly, and Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park is immediately to the north.

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Posted by: benital chan
Phone: 2066664480, 206-666-4480
Email: benitalchan@aol.com
IP: 41.219.202.245, Nigeria, STARCOMMS.NET

Address: 135 west 58th street NY10019

Fraud Rental Descriptions:
Gaze over Central Park and the Manhattan skyline from the most breathtaking luxury apartment located at 135west 58th street NY10019. This award-winning, high above Columbus Circle offers stunning views from every room. In the beating heart of the city, close to the most prestigious areas, All clients get free admission to the Empire State Building or the Rockefeller Center walking tour, as well as to the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the American Museum of Natural History.

Location:
Quiet street in trendy neighborhood surrounded by cafe’s, restaurants and shopping. Three beautiful parks nearby and just three blocks from the Hudson River Park. Near all major subway lines.
1, 2, 3 Trains to Chambers Street / West Broadway Station
A, C Trains to Chambers Street / Church Street Station
Lincoln Center beyond Columbus Circle is also close by,shopping and dining along the fashionable 5th Avenue and Madison Avenue, The Theater District is also within walking distance. Visit the collection of shops.

Spacious 3 bedrooms open loft in Manhattan.
Perfect for artists, a vacationing family or couple looking to have a real NY experience.
Three huge windows span the front of the loft bringing in much natural light during the day.
3 bedrooms: NEW Linens, towels and pillows will be provided for stay.
Master bedrooms have queen sized beds and a spacious walk in closet / changing area. Ceiling fan over beds.
each bathrooms with bathtub and windows. Cabinet space for toiletries. their Showers has an adjustable massage head.

Kitchen and dinning area:
Contemporary design open kitchen equipped with glass stove top (electric), big convection oven, microwave oven and various appliances (juicer, blender, rice cooker, food processor etc). Dinning table sits 6, plus extra long table for more.Washer & Dryer in pantry off of kitchen loft has wooden floors, a mix of contemporary & antique furniture. Upright piano and guitar for music enthusiasts.woman’s and kids bikes.Large air conditioning units in front windows + 3 ceiling fans circulate the air well.Large flat screen TV, cable, VCR & DVD players.
Computer w/ internet access and speakers for music playing,Two entrances, from the stairwell and elevator which opens right into loft (no one else has access w/out a key).

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Posing as Owner name: Anna Polly

Email: anna.polly007@gmail.com

Address of the posted listing: 120 east houston street, NY 10002

IP: 41.219.230.243, Nigeria, Logos

Scam vacation home description:

The apt is a 4 bedroom apt with 4 bathrooms too, fully furnitured and well serviced. daily rate is $250 or you interested in monthly rates. Parking is available I have attached pictures, please note that reservation is on a first come first serve basis.

Yes pets are allowed. The apt has wheel chair access and it is located on the first floor.

This unit is the height of luxury. 1st floor corner unit with spectacular views of city. 50″ and 42″ LCD flat panel TV’s, BOSE 3/2/1 theater system, IntelMac office with printer, WIFI computer, Aeron desk chair. No expense has been spared in this spectacular unit. Within steps of fantastic dining/shopping and the new york times square. Blocks from the Broadway and Yankees’s stadiums.