Claim of Internet fraud against Austin resident

Published 12:00 am Tuesday, April 23, 2002

A man from Ames, Mass. has filed a complaint with the Austin Police Department, claiming to be a victim of Internet fraud by an Austin resident.

According to police reports, the Ames, Mass. man purchased a rare Magic: The Gathering card for $107.50. from the Austin resident through the Internet auction site, eBay.

However, the man claims Austin resident sent him three Magic: The Gathering cards worth only $3 to $4 a piece, instead.

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No charges have been filed at this time.

Amanda L. Rohde can be reached at 434-2214 or by e-mail at :mailto:amanda.rohde@austindailyherald.com