Last time I ever use Facebook Marketplace

Not long ago I listed some fish tanks on Facebook Marketplace. My husband and I were in need of some extra cash for medical bills, and I was getting out of the aquarium hobby. They were all in decent condition. No real wear on them, and the majority of them came with more than just the tank. I had no issues selling the other 4 I had put up, so I expected no different when selling this 6 gallon tank. I’ll include the actual listing as well.

For some backstory, prior to speaking to this person, I had been in and out of the house that day with a sick dog. I had just finished cleaning up after my dog, (the kennel, my walls, my carpet…) so I was exhausted. I was out with my husband picking up some things to help calm my pups tummy, and it was about 8:30 pm. This person messaged me, interested in the tank and wanting to pick it up that night. I let him know that would be fine, but that I wouldn’t be home until probably 9:30, so he could swing by then after. I get home at about 9/9:30 ish, and my poor pup has had another accident this time with quite impressive aim. I end up having to give him another bath, and clean everything again. While in the midst of that, this person wants to pick up the tank still so I let him know he could pick it up off our front porch and venmo me for it. I know, stupid, but I was under the impression that the VERY visible cameras would deter any ill will. I didn’t finish cleaning until probably 10/11 pm, and by that point the person had said they wouldn’t get off work for another 15. I thought it’d be fine, assuming he would just pick up the tank and venmo me when he eventually showed up. Well, I’m here so obviously I was wrong.

Next morning, I’m heading out to work. I noticed no venmo, so I assumed he didn’t end up picking it up. Of course when I walked out my porch and saw the tank missing I realized he took it. I messaged him, and we go back and forth for 3 full days. Well, the rest is pretty evident so I’ll let y’all read the screenshots.

To end, yes, I did get my $35.00.