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Title: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 13, 2004, 07:14:24 AM
FOr those of you that I swayed into believing he was a good kid I apologize. As you may or may not recall I entered into a deal with this guy (Chris Lawrence) where I was to get a like new Traxxas TMaxx radio control monster truck. In return he was getting a NIB INferno, NIB Frenzy, used Mutant, 6 inserts, 3 slugs and a towel.

I sent the stuff out and was then informed that he no longer wanted to do the trade because he had sold the truck to somoen else on here....speak up if this was you....PLEASE!!!

Well he got the stuff and then agreed to send it back with the shipping fees I had incurred reimbursed. But he wnated to swap out the Frenzy for a Smash/R he had. I said OK.

Well he allegedly got into a car accident and was sitting in the hospital. I sent emails and they were answered by his "mom" and she said that she would send the balls back to me...that was over 3 weeks ago. I inquired several more times about the where abouts of my equipment and I have gotten nothing.

Now his address is the same as the old Matt Wagar that hosed everyone on here....does anyone have the phone number that was posted before for Wagar??? My package was signed for by what looks to be Joann Wagar but I cannot get a phone number based on his address. According to my sources his address does not exist.

If anyone could help me out here I'd appreciate it....please help me keep this at the top!!!
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: SrKegler on February 13, 2004, 10:32:45 PM
Christ Doug, I can't find it either.  Was this address Fort ??? in Michigan?  Maybe Michelle can find out something.  Seems to me she found the number earlier.  If i remember correctly this Wagar kid used to have packages delivered to his grandmothers house across the street from him.

Hammertime was succesful in getting charges filed against one of the scam artists.  This is two or three time for this kid, sure hope you can get legal action started on him.

I'll keep searching tomorrow when things aren't so busy here at work.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 13, 2004, 10:55:13 PM
Thanks SrK....I found it.

1-810-385-3358 is the phone number. An alternate was 1-810-385-0972

I found the old post by doing a search on wagar and that's what I got.

What's the best way to approach this? I mean he's got:
NIB Raging Inferno ($145), NIB Frenzy ($90), lightly used Mutant ($65) 3 set sof inserts and slugs ($45) and a Storm Towel ($10)...total of $355


think I can get anyone's attention with that figure? I do have a buddy who I went to high school withthat is a lawyer...wonder if he could draft up a nice legal letter for me???
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: drcjjr on February 13, 2004, 11:03:12 PM
Hey Doug,
Get in touch with "HammerTruck" on this site. He got the ball rolling on the deadbeat "Hookmonster". He got the local police involved and now "Hookmonster" is up on charges of fraud... got his girlfriend for being involved as well.
Last post from "Hammertruck" stated that most would end up getting back their money or stuff... guess the loser still had some of it.
Good Luck,
drcjjr
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 13, 2004, 11:26:43 PM
thanks guys...things have taken an interesting twist

I'll get back with details once I get the ball rolling.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: MI 2 AZ on February 14, 2004, 12:11:30 AM
I hope this guy gets his just rewards.  Keep us posted, Doug.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: C-G ProShop-Carl on February 14, 2004, 02:01:51 AM
Doug,

I was the person that had the LONG post about matt wager(wagner)or then aka xxxpipologyxxx-----it appears he has learned nothing.

I hope everything works out for you. The city was Fort Gatriot (I THINK). I hope that helps.

This guy is a dead beat.
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: pnj1967 on February 14, 2004, 05:09:26 AM
It was Fort Gariot,MI 48059 .  and I think some one found a number using his fathers name David Wagar. This guy {Matt} was also using the last name of Wagner.
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: pnj1967 on February 14, 2004, 05:27:50 AM
I also remember there were two towns together real close that used the same zip 48059. The other town was Burtchville, MI.

 Doug I will e mail you the phone numbers I have.
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: pnj1967 on February 14, 2004, 08:30:56 AM
This past problem with this Matt person was under the For Sale Forum. Set your preference to a year to read all of the postings.
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: michelle on February 14, 2004, 09:11:33 AM
Doug, let me know if you would like assistance in drafting a letter that is also cc'd to the District Attorney up there.  I still think that the scam artists on this site would be best served by having a sheriff's deputy show up on the doorstep.  

Additionally, because you are located outside of the state of Michigan, it is also technically a federal offense that can be prosecuted at that level.

It is time for people to learn that even a couple hundred dollars worth of bowling equipment is best paid for in cash as opposed to taking a chance on having your life screwed up (remember that little checkbox on employment forms on whether you have ever been arrested or convicted?)
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Borincano on February 14, 2004, 09:17:35 AM
We can call Tony Pork Chops and so that he can paid him a visit. Just like what happen to Hookmonster.
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Shaggy on February 14, 2004, 09:55:08 AM
Doug,

Please post the shipping address.  I lost a NIB 15lb Inferno to Matt Wagar.  It sounds like Matt is building a bowling ball arsenal at the expense of others.  Let me know if I can help.  

Maybe we should start a Bowling America's Most Wanted List on the site with shipping addresses to avoid sending balls to thieves.

Shaggy
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Edited on 2/14/2004 10:56 AM
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: 1fife on February 14, 2004, 10:14:09 AM
doug i just loked it up

he is about an hour and half from my house

if it was closer id pay the punk a visit
(hey maybe i can offer some extra credit in class-the kids are always asking)

If some one lives near port huron(dont rememebr anyone from the site in that area) its only a half hour

Fort gratiot is closer-i believe
anyone have that address?

Thsi crap from ripoffs from nice people(like doug) has to go
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 14, 2004, 11:19:38 AM
Address is:

6067 Catawba Road (Drive?)
Fort Gratiot, MI 48059

I have posted the phone numbers previously.

Called and spoke with Mom this morning. Mom is NOT a happy camper. It seems that he swapped out the balls I sold him with 3 others and then sealed the box back up. He took the box to mom and said that I had changed my mind on the deal and I was going to send $$$ to have them returned.

He traded the Raging for the Executioner and  also traded off the Mutant.  Gee, that's fewncing stolen merchandise isn't it? And since it is across state lines that almost makes it a felony...right?

What about using an assumed name and email address? I dealt with TMaxx11, not xxxpipologyxxx. I shipped the balls to Chris Lawrence, not Matt Wagar.

Mom is supposed to call me later today and let me know what's going to happen.

I was also given the name of his ball driller so I think that this situation would be something he would be interested in knowing...don't you think???

Again I thank everyone for your help.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: michelle on February 14, 2004, 11:28:03 AM
quote:

Called and spoke with Mom this morning. Mom is NOT a happy camper. It seems that he swapped out the balls I sold him with 3 others and then sealed the box back up. He took the box to mom and said that I had changed my mind on the deal and I was going to send $$$ to have them returned.



Pissed off parents can often get you the pound of flesh and $$ back...

quote:

He traded the Raging for the Executioner and  also traded off the Mutant.  Gee, that's fewncing stolen merchandise isn't it? And since it is across state lines that almost makes it a felony...right?



Certainly there are some additional state charges that would apply.  You would have to check the State Penal Code to determine what applies in Michigan.  At the federal level, I am not sure that a dollar amount is required to raise it to the felony level...many offenses that would be in-state misdemeanors become federal felonies the moment the offense crossed state lines.

quote:
What about using an assumed name and email address? I dealt with TMaxx11, not xxxpipologyxxx. I shipped the balls to Chris Lawrence, not Matt Wagar.



Strictly speaking, probably no offense there unless he had used a Credit Card in another name.  Otherwise, I can order from you and have you send to Jane Doe with no infraction.

quote:
I was also given the name of his ball driller so I think that this situation would be something he would be interested in knowing...don't you think???



Unless the ball driller is in on the scam also...but a follow-up call might at least let him know of the possibility of a criminal investigation that may ensue

Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: seadrive on February 14, 2004, 11:32:29 AM
Doug,

Just out of curiosity, did Mom tell you the age of her little felon?
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: AMP750 on February 14, 2004, 11:37:14 AM
Hello Doug
I am sorry to hear this is happen to you.
I see you are trying to do the right thing by giving the kid a chance to make up for his bad decision.
Well, I would personally would have already called the police department,like I did with Hookmonster. He is now being brought up on charges. I keep in contact with the Officer working the case weekly.
Contact the police dept and ask if they have a internet crime div. most dept's do by now.
Then give him all the info you have and once an officer visits this kid and his family,then he will grap in his pants and really be scared.I also wrote a posting for all the people that was scammed by Hookmonster to send me all the info of money and balls that was shipped to him. The officer found 31 balls that this person stoled from people on our website. AlI but 2 of the reported balls have been found.
Then if the dist attorney thinks the case is a strong one he should move forward and aleast charge this kid so he will have alot to think about.
JUst my little bit of info for you Doug and good luck !!

Edited on 2/14/2004 12:34 PM
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 14, 2004, 11:58:47 AM
Thanks Michelle for the info...and for seadrive...he's the ripe old age of 14...so the story about getting into an accident when he was driving home from bowlign was a lie as well....go figure.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: agroves on February 14, 2004, 01:35:56 PM
sorry man, I hate to see bad things happen to good folks....

andrew
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: 1fife on February 14, 2004, 02:18:10 PM
doug

pm me the name of the house-drilled and his name if you got it-maybe i know the guy and could help others
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: MadMax on February 14, 2004, 10:17:20 PM
Doug,
Next time you talk to His Mommy, let her say the name
MadMax to the Boy, I was going to drive up and make
TMaxx11 Bleed after he screwed me!  No wonder the
little laid changed His Toon after talking to me like that,
he's only 14 years old and new this Navy Vet. was coming
to pay him a visit.  Did you ask Her what the Hell she's
doing?  Any Parenting?  Don't Sound like it!
MadMax
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: seadrive on February 15, 2004, 12:04:10 AM
Doug,

I really don't mean to bust your chops, but...

What were you thinking, getting into a deal of that size with a 14 year old?

I don't care what Leftside says, it's just crazy to get into a deal for more than twenty bucks with someone who a) has no real money of his own, and b) may have to ask his mommy or daddy if it's okay to trade his stuff.

Don't deal with minors, people.  It's just common sense.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: HamPster on February 15, 2004, 12:38:49 AM
I think it's fairly evident by Doug's previous posts that he had no idea this kid was only 14.  I'm pretty sure he was flat out taken.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 15, 2004, 07:50:11 AM
Hamster is correct...I was told by this guy that he just moved into the house and since he moved into the "city" he had no room to run his radio control truck anymore so he was going to concentrate on his bowling. So I had no idea the kid was only 14.

And Jimmy I would tend to agree with you but mom took delivery of the package...she signed the UPS board for it :-) I had an idea that he might have been a kid so I required an adult signature. Now Mom is involved because her name is on the paper.

No return call from Mom as promised yuesterday so I guess it's another call later today.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: seadrive on February 15, 2004, 09:42:29 AM
Sorry Doug, I probably would have taken his words the way you did, too.

Hope you can get his mother to make it right.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 17, 2004, 09:05:47 PM
Well Dustin it looks like I am getting money instead of balls...his mom called yesterday but I didnt get to return her call.

I did get an email from matt today asking me to call but when I did it was busy and I didn't try again.

As far as I know he doesnt have any of the balls I traded him anymore...one of his buddies has the Mutant, another guy on here bought the Raging Inferno but I dont know what happened to the Frenzy.

Oh well...live and learn....
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Doug Sterner
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: card79 on February 20, 2004, 11:12:33 AM
What ever happened Doug?
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 21, 2004, 12:39:31 AM
Well I heard from him again and said that Mom was in the hospital or somethign and I was supposed to call. I have been so dang busy that I have not been able to. I plan on calling tomorrow...will keep you posted.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 22, 2004, 11:02:06 PM
Well LEftside things are progressing but slowly. I called again yesterday and got Mom on the phone again. Matt was not there of course but he did email me 2x yesterday offering a deal of sorts to square it up.

I'll take his offering of $220 plus a Charcoal Executioner and the Inserts/slugs back.

Now that Mom knows the truth about what's going on I think it's going to get resolved.

I'll keep you all posted.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: pnj1967 on February 26, 2004, 06:47:01 PM
Any thing?
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 27, 2004, 08:26:27 PM
well Matt was supposed to meail me the ball specs when he got home and never did so I guess I am going to have to make another phone call to Michigan....
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: michelle on February 27, 2004, 08:31:12 PM
Maybe he hasn't scammed the Charcoal from someone else yet...

(yes, at this point I AM that cynical and skeptical that the kid will follow through on anything...)
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: SrKegler on February 27, 2004, 09:44:07 PM
If I remember correctly the last time he pulled this crap some of the guys got reimbursed but Shaggy still got screwed out of a new ball.  I think mom & dad just do enough to get him out of hot water, not take care of all of his ripoffs.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: MTFD24 on February 29, 2004, 12:35:05 AM
This "child" and his parents have had more than ample opportunity, and time, to "settle up" on this situation, as well as others in the past, IMHO.

Unfortunately, or should I say fortunately I have not been involved in any dealings with them. Therefore I can not press charges, which should be done by all that have been "taken, ripped-off, etc." by him, and his parents (since he is a minor). There is internet fraud, most likely mail fraud, and a host of other charges that are most likely applicable as well.

This nonsense will not stop until more people step up and prosecute. If you look at all the posts about "this bad deal, that bad deal", how many were actually prosecuted? What message is that? If there were more people willing to "stand up" and "go after" these "thieves", maybe a message would be sent that it isn't worth the effort to "steal" from someone on this site. As it is now, it looks to a "newcomer" that ther may be "easy pickings" here. IMHO
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: hskrntx on February 29, 2004, 08:04:32 AM
I understand he's a minor, but so are a LOT of the people that the music industry is going after for downloading music.  So what difference does age make when it comes to the internet?
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: pnj1967 on February 29, 2004, 04:39:48 PM
Still don't belive it until you make it up to EVERYONE you owe !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  Earlier in this post I thought Doug was told by the Mother  that he, { Matt Wagner/Wagar} was suppose to be banned from this site,{supposedly the computer was set so he could not use the site} what happened ?

Edited on 2/29/2004 5:48 PM
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Outrage300 on February 29, 2004, 06:27:37 PM
By the way tmaxx, nice profile.
Doesn't look like any of these events have humbled you at all.

Outrage
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: golfnutFL on February 29, 2004, 06:51:25 PM
Yeah, he sounds contrite and reformed in that profile.  Sure sounds like he's bragging that he ripped off Doug and others too.  I always believe the old saying, what goes around comes around.
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: michelle on February 29, 2004, 07:25:19 PM
After reading that profile, methinks that there is some spoofing going on...gee, that has never been known to occur on this site :rolleyes:
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: SrKegler on February 29, 2004, 10:06:10 PM
I'd sure be interested in who his friends are on this site.  With all the problems we've had with him stealing every chance he got, no one volunteered any information about him????  What about it Stormrox, covering for a friend.

BTW, how about squaring up with Shaggy.  Seems like only the people that get legal action started get reimbursed.

First time could have been a mistake, 2d time had to have been deliberate.  


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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on February 29, 2004, 10:45:58 PM
OK Matt or Chris or whatever your real name is....the Executioner, inserts, slug and towel get returned aslong with the $220 we agreed on before. Better yet why not get your Mom to set up a Paypal account and send me the $220 that way so it is quick and painless?

I should go after you for the extra grief you have caused me along with phone calls to Michigan...you have my phone nmber, why don't you call me for a change? What about email? The way I see it, you owe me...I am not even charging you for the shipping to get the balls to you...or the extra money I ahd to put out to make the guy happy that owned the Mutant. The truck you were going to trade was to be his....I ended up drilling him another ball that I had to pay for. Also I had to pay for the Raging Inferno and the Frenzy. The money from the sale of the truck was to pay for those balls but since I NEVER GOT ANYTHING FROM YOU I had to pay the bill.

I'll be home all night on Monday...call me 570-553-0165
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: freedomrules3 on February 29, 2004, 10:59:28 PM
STORMROX WROTE
 know this matt kid from bowling in a league with him. hes finally getting his priorties stright and yah hes in big crap and i know what he did was wrong and i also KNOW he wouldnt switch his profile to brag about crap like that cuz hes in enought crap as it is..theres quite a bit of kids on this site a lot of them being friends with wagar, im pretty sure wagars friends are just immature as him so they tried to play a joke which turned out to be sh**ty
QUESTION? your profile says you live in ontario canada. do you cross the border just to bowl in a league??
Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Rev_O on February 29, 2004, 11:20:04 PM
quote:

QUESTION? your profile says you live in ontario canada. do you cross the border just to bowl in a league??


Yes he does. I have done almost 2 transactions now with stormrox, and he does live in Canada, and goes to Michigan to bowl.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: MTFD24 on March 01, 2004, 01:52:28 AM
Since Doug, Shaggy and a few others have shown great restraint so far in NOT proceeding with legal action, maybe someone should mention to this "child" and his mother, that she is LEGALLY responsible. Now, she too can end up with a conviction, and criminal record, since not only as a parent, but aware of the "scam/theft, internet fraud" she is an accomplice.

And with the amounts of money involved, and number of actual "victims"....well, I am sure legal authorities will jump on this one.

It still amazes me that there are SO many that refuse to use the legal system to rightfully protect themselves, and OTHERS. Until this family is prosecuted, it appears that others down the road may well become victims as well.

Just my worthless 2 cents.
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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: MTFD24 on March 01, 2004, 01:59:07 PM
Tmaxx, or whatever you decide to change your name to next, like it or not, YOU got your mother involved. As a minor, she is legally held liable for your deeds, and especially of any Federal or Internet deeds!

You have yet to "square up" not only with Doug, but with others as well! So, even IF you do make things right with Doug, Shaggy can still proceed to press charges, along with anyone else that may you may have dealt unjustly with.

So far you are fortunate....no one has pressed legal action, but you never know when they may get fed up enough and do so. So don't be surprised if someone with a badge shows up at your doorstep. Imagine what a criminal record will do to any future job applications, school, etc. etc.

Again, you and you alone created this disaster for your mother, and yourself.


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Title: Re: I was fooled...sorry guys TMaxx11 is a deadbeat
Post by: Doug Sterner on March 01, 2004, 05:17:20 PM
MTFD....do us all a favor and lay off here. It's my deal, my business. You have made your opinion known and that is fine. There is no need to repeat it ad infinitum trying to make your point stronger.

You are right...I won't use the legal system. Why not? Well let's see...the only group of people I dislike more in this world than child molestors and wife beaters are lawyers. If there were 1/2 the number of lawyers in this countryas there currently are, there would be far fewer problems. The term "ambulance chaser" comes to mind. If it were not for the lawyers and "legal experts" we would have more rights than we currently do and we would also be able to settle many of the issues we have day to day by ourselves.

If you don't believe me then explain why we have so many kids out there threatening to call Children in Youth if Mom or Dad tries to spank them? Care to guess who started some of the first children youth services? Yeah a bunch of lawyers. So the legal system has created a generation where the kids have become empowered and mom and dad are nothing anymore.

We are also talking about the legal system that has allowed Michael Jackson to walk the streets, OJ Simpson to continue playing golf and has kept Pete Rose from the Hall of Fame. Does any of it make sense? Of course not but guess what? The minute we do something wrong, BLAMMO! we run to them for help to try and get ourselves out of the speeding ticket or the DUI or whatever.

What is to be learned from this as a samll business owner?
#1...no trade deals in excess of $200
#2...no trade deals with buyers under 18
#3...always require an adult signature at delivery
#4...money or merchandise in hand before mine gets shipped


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Owego, NY
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