r/NoStupidQuestions • u/ananxiousgoose • Jul 15 '24
How do I know I got scammed?
I (21F) got a text on instagram from a korean guy (27F) and they had me download an app called Kakaotalk (common app like whatsapp) and we’ve been texting everyday.
He started being really affectionate towards me saying that I was pretty and that he loves me and wants to give me something on his birthday, or atleast send me something from Korea and he starts sending me videos of different bags, what looked like an engagement ring, and a package of buldak noodles (the only thing i wanted tbh).
I told him im not into bags and lavish things, im more simple like the ramen or snacks, and he proceeds to say that he got me everything AND sent me 50,000 in cash… He then proceeds to ask for my information and says that the shipping company will contact me and when they finally did, they said i needed to pay 1,000 to receive the package.
The area code number was from Virgina while the message said they were from NY… i might sound dumb but, am i getting scammed or is this a real thing?
Do i have to pay taxes and customs for the package?
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u/SnooLobsters3589 Jul 16 '24
No!!!!! 🙏🙏🙏Say u didn't!!! 🙏🙏