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Scam reported for fake rental on social marketplace, Ellicott City MD

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Near Montjoy Pl, Ellicott City, MD 21043

A person reported a scam involving a townhouse rental listing on Facebook Marketplace near Montjoy Place. The person shared personal information but later found out the house was not actually for rent.

Audio|Source: Howard County Police, Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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It's going to be near Montjoy Place.
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Call I got a townhouse for rent on Facebook Marketplace and gave the person all of his personal information.
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He now thinks it's a scam.
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He then saw someone go into the house and spoke with them.
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They confirmed that the house was not for rent.
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He's going to be waiting across the street and Nissan Alt and Ultimuthan others further in the call.

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Near Montjoy Pl, Ellicott City, MD 21043
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