Got scammed via INTERAC E-transfer. I will file a police report and start a fraud investigation with my bank. What else should I do?
I know, I know.. Stupid me. I sent a guy $175 to buy a PS4, but it turned out to be a scam. He already deposited the money. After some calls between my bank and INTERAC, I was told to file a police report, get a file number from them, and then start a fraud investigation with my bank. (Scotiabank)
And as a footnote, I know where the scammer lives (his apt building and his unit, his appearance (he sent me a selfie) and his name. (Probably real name but not 100% sure.) The only reason I didn't go up and knock his door is because I wanted to take legal action first. Also I'm in Halifax, NS and the HRM police is not known as the best police force in Canada so I'm not sure if they'll even care about it.
Honestly I don't really care much about the money – I'm not gonna be bankrupt with $175. I'm just pissed off that people can get away with shit like this. What do you guys suggest?
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