Lima Ohio Local Authorities warn of mobile home sale scam

Local authorities are warning the public regarding a scam where a couple are advertising the sale of their mobile home. The same home is advertised on several social media sites and priced anywhere from $1,300 to $ 3,300.
The couple sets up a viewing and tries to persuade the interested buyer in putting down a deposit. Usually the sum of $ 500.00 is the proposal . Officer Johnson said the individuals are giving a false promise the mobile home will be delivered upon approval of the park. Until park approval they just keep running this scam and collecting the cash. Meanwhile a continued investigation continues to verify who is the owner of the mobile home that is now vacated.
Area law enforcement warns the public never give a deposit without verifying a clear mobile home title showing ownership. Everything should be in order under the listed owner and a sale receipt should also be given.