Second hand furmiture shop near junction Upland Rd/Crystal palace rd

[Lynne]

Be careful with your dealings with the owner. Nearly a year ago he took some of my furniture to sell for me. It disappeared from the shop but he said he hadn't sold it, just moved it to his other shop. I have been unable since to get the stuff back. A few months ago he agreed to pay me for it. I agreed to a fairly derisory sum just to get the matter closed. Since then, in spite of many many requests, I can't get the money off him. Yesterday I went by appointment, but still he wouldn't pay up.

I wish I'd given the furniture to the charity shop. It wasn't a large amount, but no-one likes being conned.

[jenniferSE22]

He has conned so many people ive walked past and seen on about 6 occasions people asking for money or goods back beware

[Cedges]

I think this is something you should report to trading standards, or really the police on the basis that they have effectivly stolen your stuff...

[Lynne]

I didn't know if I could officially report it as I've no proof, but I suppose Southwark trading standards ought to be informed.

[Cedges]

I'd say report it...you may well be right that there is nothing they can do to help you but it will at least be on their radar...

[abingdon]

Yes, I had the same experience with this man. He constantly says he'll pay up, but doesn't.

[KidKruger]

Wasn't there a thread 2-3 years ago where someone had been ripped-off for goods they'd given this guy to sell for them (if it is the same guy still) ?

Sounds like he's able to continue because no-one's able to do anything about it. Interesting business plan.

Perhaps he needs a visit from the ripped-off customer collective, power in nos. may be more intimidating to him.

[lordshiplanegirl]

I think we sholdvdo what kidkruger has said all turn up together and all walk away with an item in each hand

[Lynne]

Count me in. There might not be anything anyone actually wants, of course.