List of Craigslist killings and how to safely buy and sell on Craigslist.
Overview
Craigslist is a terrific site in many ways. But it has a terrible safety record. While Craigslist has facilitated millions of transactions, not all of them go well. Rip-offs, robberies or rapes related to Craigslist are reported almost every day. And the rate of killings tied in some way to Craigslist is staggering. The list below is not necessarily complete (sadly). We also have broken down the types of killings; how the victims were lured to their deaths, and more. It’s a devastating story.
We highlight these killings only because we believe Craigslist should do much more to promote safety among its users, and because SafeTrade is the best way to stay safe when you’re trading in person through Craigslist or any other Internet site.
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
No. 106 Two arrested in connection with murder during Craigslist transaction
October 2016
Calhoun County, GA
Victim: Branden William Boyd
Calhoun County investigators have arrested three men in connection with the fatal shooting of one man and wounding of another following a Craigslist transaction gone wrong.
According to investigators, Branden William Boyd, 22, met both men at a truck stop late Monday evening regarding an iPhone listed on Craigslist. The two men sat in a vehicle negotiating the sale when an argument began and escalated. Officials say several shots were fired, killing Boyd and wounding another.
Read news story here.
Thursday, September 15, 2016
No. 105: Farmington Hills man shot and killed during Craigslist meet up
September, 2016
Farmington Hills, Michigan
Victim: Todd Terry
A Farmington Hills man responding to an ad on Craigslist was shot and killed by the person he was meeting. Now the victim's family wants his story to serve as a warning to everyone.
That alleged shooter was identified as Tremayne Alexander, who was arrested and arraigned on homicide, armed robbery and felony firearms charges.
Read the whole story here.
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
No. 104: Selma man gets 25 years for 2012 Craigslist killing
January, 2012
Selma, Alabama
Victim: Julius Burnett
Monday, April 18, 2016
No. 103 Dad shot in front of girl during Craigslist gun sale
April 2016
City: Kansas City, MO
Victim: Jake Bratner
Thursday, January 28, 2016
No. 102 Homeowner Shoots, Kills Suspect Who Responded To Craigslist Ad
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
No. 101:Fresno woman stabbed to death after Craigslist date identified
Date: December 2015
City: Fresno, CA
Victim: Robin Smith