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Scammed by a Fake Refund Request — Lost $450 USDC in a Real Trap 😞💸
I didn’t want to share this at first… but if it keeps even one trader safe, it’s worth it.

🗓️ Here’s What Happened:
I was selling $450 USDC through Binance P2P. A buyer placed the order and messaged me directly through Binance chat.
He seemed polite, respectful, and acted like a regular trader.

After a few minutes, he said:
“I accidentally sent you double — $900 instead of $450. Please return the extra $450 once it lands.”

And just like that, I received a real bank deposit of $900.
I panicked. I didn’t want my account flagged for receiving extra funds.
So I sent $450 back to the bank account he gave me — thinking I was just doing the right thing.

But the twist?
The $900 wasn’t from him.
It was sent from a stolen or hacked bank account.

⏳ Two days later, my bank reversed the transfer after a fraud investigation.
The $900 disappeared from my account.
But the $450 I sent him?
Gone forever. No way to recover.

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💔 Where I Went Wrong:
❌ I trusted his story too quickly
❌ I didn’t confirm who the funds were actually from
❌ I rushed to “fix” the situation instead of checking with my bank

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🚨 Here’s How to Stay Safe from This Type of Scam:
1️⃣ Never refund “extra money” unless you 100% confirm it came from the buyer
2️⃣ Always wait and check with your bank’s fraud department before acting
3️⃣ Keep your communication strictly on Binance — and don’t let emotions rush your decision
4️⃣ Remember: Real buyers don’t create confusion or involve outside issues

I thought I was helping.
Instead, I walked right into a scam.
💬 Slow down. Ask questions. Check everything twice.

Have you seen a similar trick? Share your story so others can avoid this mistake. We’ve got to protect each other in this space. 🙏

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