Warning: Kado1546/Chicagogirl4 - Reports of Fraud & Counterfeiting
Evidence Speaks for Itself
Is the seller operating as Kado1546 and chicagogirl4 a scam artist and a fraudster? Don't ask me, let the evidence speak for itself. As a lifelong collector, after being contacted by numerous concerned buyers who have dealt with this seller, I felt compelled to compile these community warnings in one place for you to review. I encourage you to join collector communities, ask questions, do your own research, and draw your own conclusions.
Pattern of Deception
Community members have documented concerns about this seller over several years, particularly regarding vintage McDonald's Setmakers Inc. restaurant displays, Chuck E. Cheese memorabilia, and autographed items sold through platforms like eBay and Etsy under multiple account names (see Known Accounts below).
Experienced collectors have identified a consistent pattern in these listings: the seller claims an uncle or friend has discovered a collection of new old stock items allegedly stored for decades. They have raised questions about various aspects of these sales, including concerns about item authenticity, manufacturing details, and the legitimacy of accompanying documentation. The scope of reported concerns spans multiple categories of collectibles across different platforms and account names.
Despite reports from community members to various platforms, this seller continues to operate under different account names. This documentation serves as a resource to help fellow collectors make informed decisions and provides a centralized location for community-reported information about this seller's activities.
Known Accounts
This seller operates under multiple seller accounts across various platforms:
- eBay: kado1546
- eBay: chicagogirl4
- eBay: benjmart-28
- Etsy: Grimaceandfriend1
Avoid these accounts at all costs. Report any suspicious listings you encounter from this seller.
Evidence Documentation
Below is a collection of evidence documenting the alleged fraudulent activities of this individual:
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