Selling or buying items on Facebook Marketplace and similar platforms like Gumtree has become a popular way for Essex residents to find great deals or clear out unwanted goods. Imagine you’ve just listed a sofa or a bike, and suddenly a buyer messages you asking if it’s still available. It seems straightforward, but behind this simple question, scammers are increasingly active, especially in Essex, using fake bank transfer scams to trick sellers out of their goods. The rise i