[gabond]

Taken from http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/si...t.jsp?id=23406

STOMPer Irene said that her sister was forced to buy speakers from two rough-looking men in the Chinatown Point car park basement yesterday (May 20) at 1pm.

The STOMPer recounted:

“My sister was walking to her car when she was approached by two rogue looking Chinese males with tattoos at Chinatown Point car park basement and was cajoled to purchase speakers.

“She refused and walked away but she was cornered at the desserted carpark.

“She was in fear for her safety as she was alone and she was driving a Mercedes and had cash in her handbag, having just returned from the bank.

“She was certain that she was going to be robbed if she did not do as the men demanded, which was to purchase two sets of certain Glatten speakers at $750 per set. She was sure they had a knife, and would hurt her. She handed over cash $1,500 for speakers that she did not want just to get away from the two men.

“My sister came home upset and told me about the incident, she has been crying and out ever since.

“We phoned the management office at Chinatown Point to inform them and to check the footage on the surveillance cameras.

“We have made a police report and we were told the reason why the scam or robbery is so successful is even the police would refer to it as a commercial affair, we were told they have a few similar reports in the caseloads which are with the CAD.

“My brother called them to ask for an explanation and refund. The scammers were arrogant enough to inform us to call the police but not the press.

“They do not wish the scam robbery to be exposed so their ways can be continued like a brisk business. In fact they told us we are welcome to fight them as they have been imprisoned for more than 10 years.

“We have the speakers, their invoice from ‘Triton Entertainment’, their handphone number, they even volunteered their ICs to shroud it in legitimacy.”

The STOMPer added that she hopes these scammers will be stopped.

[kineticworks]

Originally Posted by gabond

Taken from http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/si...t.jsp?id=23406

STOMPer Irene said that her sister was forced to buy speakers from two rough-looking men in the Chinatown Point car park basement yesterday (May 20) at 1pm.

The STOMPer recounted:

“My sister was walking to her car when she was approached by two rogue looking Chinese males with tattoos at Chinatown Point car park basement and was cajoled to purchase speakers.

“She refused and walked away but she was cornered at the desserted carpark.

“She was in fear for her safety as she was alone and she was driving a Mercedes and had cash in her handbag, having just returned from the bank.

“She was certain that she was going to be robbed if she did not do as the men demanded, which was to purchase two sets of certain Glatten speakers at $750 per set. She was sure they had a knife, and would hurt her. She handed over cash $1,500 for speakers that she did not want just to get away from the two men.

“My sister came home upset and told me about the incident, she has been crying and out ever since.

“We phoned the management office at Chinatown Point to inform them and to check the footage on the surveillance cameras.

“We have made a police report and we were told the reason why the scam or robbery is so successful is even the police would refer to it as a commercial affair, we were told they have a few similar reports in the caseloads which are with the CAD.

“My brother called them to ask for an explanation and refund. The scammers were arrogant enough to inform us to call the police but not the press.

“They do not wish the scam robbery to be exposed so their ways can be continued like a brisk business. In fact they told us we are welcome to fight them as they have been imprisoned for more than 10 years.

“We have the speakers, their invoice from ‘Triton Entertainment’, their handphone number, they even volunteered their ICs to shroud it in legitimacy.”

The STOMPer added that she hopes these scammers will be stopped.

I saw that at STOMP too.

[kineticworks]

Just one thing... Has anyone ever realize that these syndicates might be checking on what we are commenting about them?

[shalom]

it's like a hit-and-run case. hmmm maybe can lure these white van associates to wipe them out...

[kineticworks]

How to lure them? They are always on the move and they have been seen all over Singapore. From the details given by the victims, police will be able to trace them loh. Problem lies on how they will be prosecuted.

[gabond]

List updated.

Also, some reports claim they package with a cheapo av amp now.

[zonkout]

How I got my money back:
Hi would like to share my experience - I was not feeling well and on way back from office, dropped by Bras Basah Complex to pick up something. Was stopped by White Van, 2 guys came out, told me a sob story about being unfairly treated by a racist boss etc. out of pity and wanting a good bargain, I paid about 320 for the speakers. The men gave me a receipt for $200, a warranty card, both their names. One wrote down his number on the receipt, while the other gave it to me verbally - which I took down on my hph.

When I got home, found out from hubby that this is a scam. Verified when I searched google with "2 men in a van + audio" even Wikipedia listed the scam and all the models!
I tried to call them but they didn't answer the phone. I went to the warehouse in Kaki Bukit with the audio and receipt and the guarantee card, but no one was in. I called Case, who advised I could either write to them or go to the small claims tribunal. I did a company search in ACRA on the company in the guarantee card, found the owners of the company, checked for their numbers in the residential telephone listing, and called one of them up.

The owner/director was shocked to receive my call. He claimed he didn't know what was going on and that all he did was to "supply the goods for people to sell". He told me to call the company instead and talk to the manager. I told him I couldn't get through. He said he'll call the manager and tell him to pick up the call.
When I called the company in 15 mins, I got the manager, Vincent and told him I wished to return the audio set and get my money back. He refused to meet me or have me return the set to the warehouse, but said he'll call the guys who sold me the set to "settle" with me. I told him if I don't get the call and settle by that day, I'll bring his bosses to court.
Sure enough, the guys called back, and to cut the long story short, I met them in a car park and returned the goods and got my money back.
I hope this helps others in the same situation to get their money back!

[IAMANGRY]

My situation is the EXACT as yours! Same story about racist boss and location around the province.

Could anyone advise me what to do now??? I wanted to lodge a police report but I think the police cant do much either plus I couldnt get back my money too.

Do you guys think it is advisable for me to sell it to back to 2nd hand shops like cash converters or those buy-sell shops?? Would I get involved in legal cases since many are already reporting it to CASE and authories. I am afraid shops have records and I would get in to trouble if I sell it to them.

I am feeling so helpless, frustrated, confused and regretful. Can anyone please help and advise me please.

Originally Posted by zonkout

How I got my money back:
Hi would like to share my experience - I was not feeling well and on way back from office, dropped by Bras Basah Complex to pick up something. Was stopped by White Van, 2 guys came out, told me a sob story about being unfairly treated by a racist boss etc. out of pity and wanting a good bargain, I paid about 320 for the speakers. The men gave me a receipt for $200, a warranty card, both their names. One wrote down his number on the receipt, while the other gave it to me verbally - which I took down on my hph.

When I got home, found out from hubby that this is a scam. Verified when I searched google with "2 men in a van + audio" even Wikipedia listed the scam and all the models!
I tried to call them but they didn't answer the phone. I went to the warehouse in Kaki Bukit with the audio and receipt and the guarantee card, but no one was in. I called Case, who advised I could either write to them or go to the small claims tribunal. I did a company search in ACRA on the company in the guarantee card, found the owners of the company, checked for their numbers in the residential telephone listing, and called one of them up.

The owner/director was shocked to receive my call. He claimed he didn't know what was going on and that all he did was to "supply the goods for people to sell". He told me to call the company instead and talk to the manager. I told him I couldn't get through. He said he'll call the manager and tell him to pick up the call.
When I called the company in 15 mins, I got the manager, Vincent and told him I wished to return the audio set and get my money back. He refused to meet me or have me return the set to the warehouse, but said he'll call the guys who sold me the set to "settle" with me. I told him if I don't get the call and settle by that day, I'll bring his bosses to court.
Sure enough, the guys called back, and to cut the long story short, I met them in a car park and returned the goods and got my money back.
I hope this helps others in the same situation to get their money back!

[r3tro83]

Originally Posted by zonkout

How I got my money back:
Hi would like to share my experience - I was not feeling well and on way back from office, dropped by Bras Basah Complex to pick up something. Was stopped by White Van, 2 guys came out, told me a sob story about being unfairly treated by a racist boss etc. out of pity and wanting a good bargain, I paid about 320 for the speakers. The men gave me a receipt for $200, a warranty card, both their names. One wrote down his number on the receipt, while the other gave it to me verbally - which I took down on my hph.

When I got home, found out from hubby that this is a scam. Verified when I searched google with "2 men in a van + audio" even Wikipedia listed the scam and all the models!
I tried to call them but they didn't answer the phone. I went to the warehouse in Kaki Bukit with the audio and receipt and the guarantee card, but no one was in. I called Case, who advised I could either write to them or go to the small claims tribunal. I did a company search in ACRA on the company in the guarantee card, found the owners of the company, checked for their numbers in the residential telephone listing, and called one of them up.

The owner/director was shocked to receive my call. He claimed he didn't know what was going on and that all he did was to "supply the goods for people to sell". He told me to call the company instead and talk to the manager. I told him I couldn't get through. He said he'll call the manager and tell him to pick up the call.
When I called the company in 15 mins, I got the manager, Vincent and told him I wished to return the audio set and get my money back. He refused to meet me or have me return the set to the warehouse, but said he'll call the guys who sold me the set to "settle" with me. I told him if I don't get the call and settle by that day, I'll bring his bosses to court.
Sure enough, the guys called back, and to cut the long story short, I met them in a car park and returned the goods and got my money back.
I hope this helps others in the same situation to get their money back!

they are attack those who got no guts to report to the police or so call court.

btw the white van appeared again 2-3 months ago at around cck cause my collegue fall for it.

btw i am sure u will find it fishy when the item u bought is 800 but they put it as 200 in teh receipt dont be stupid cause if u wanna claim back u can only claim 200 cause it is writen on the receipt

good info for those who still dont know about it good luck

[redpixy]

Haiz.. as long as there greedy ppl these scams will nvr die. Sometimes i feel the company is also part of the whole scam. "employees" from company sells speakers, buyer found out tio scam call company, company just act blur say not my problem. who knows they might jolly well be related.

[r3tro83]

Originally Posted by redpixy

Haiz.. as long as there greedy ppl these scams will nvr die. Sometimes i feel the company is also part of the whole scam. "employees" from company sells speakers, buyer found out tio scam call company, company just act blur say not my problem. who knows they might jolly well be related.

then say "tell the court that it is not ur problem"

[weib]

The company is part of the scam what.

[wwenze]

The company got showroom that sells the speakers at $2500 leh.

[gabond]

wow this thread is still alive....do hope its continuing to be useful.

if there are any new "Scam" brands please let me know.

thanks!

[r_aquarii]

doesn't matter what brand they sell... just don't buy from white van will do...