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Parcel address correct but unknown name

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annem
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Joined: 13 Oct 2011, 22:21
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Parcel address correct but unknown name

Post by annem »

One of my customers is receiving parcels for an unknown person at their address. They've asked their neighbours if they know the person (first name only as no surname is given) but no-one knows who it is. I've taken the parcels back to the depot (2 were tracked), condemned them, and informed the manager (though he doesn't seem particularly bothered).
Just curious as to why this is happening. Could it be some sort of scam? I've read about these things online and am starting to get worried that I'm being watched by drug dealers or scammers :nervous
Janet Brum
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Parcel address correct but unknown name

Post by Janet Brum »

Most probably a mistake as the parcels reach your house and are not intercepted by drug dealers or maybe an Ebay name of someone living at your address is being used?

I`ve had parcels with the dog`s name on them or a new born`s name and of course lots of Ebay accounts.