Fund For Craigslist Rental Scam Victims Established at Salem Five
Funds will benefit those affected by the Craigslist rental scam on Boston Street.
A fund for the victims of the Craigslist rental scam has been established at Salem Five Bank.
Those wishing to help may do so by sending a check directly or going to the bank in person. The account information is as follows:
Rental Fraud Victims Fund
424 Essex St. Salem, MA 01970
Donna Anketell, a local woman who set up the account, said funds will be collected through the end of the month and then distributed to victims.
If you were a victim of the scam and need more information on assistance, please contact editor Aubry Bracco at aubry@patch.com.
Suspect Jayson Fallis was arrested in connection with the case on Friday morning.
Carla King
6:48 am on Saturday, December 3, 2011
I hope Jayson Fallis will be made to pay back every penny! Great idea to help the folks short term, but Jayson needs to pay that all back!
Jared Robinson
3:37 pm on Sunday, December 4, 2011
wait, these people just aren't going to get their money back? they caught the guy!