Looks like you were right
Since the ad is down and 4 guys were busted, what did the ad look like? What were the clues? PM is fine, if you prefer.
[QUOTE=LoveTheMerch;2094080]Hey guys. This ad reminds me of another one a few months back that was a sting. Can't put my finger on it exactly, but it is clear this ad should be responded to with care. We shall check tomorrow to see if I am right or wrong. If the ad is gone by tomorrow and there were guys busted, then we will know.
[URL]http://knoxville.backpage.com/FemaleEscorts/new-hottie-in-town-18/10381006[/URL]
LTM.[/QUOTE]
Will not disclose publicly
[QUOTE=EchoEcho;2094621]Don't have the ad, but this was the title when it was up (and yes, it has already been removed):
"knoxville. [URL]backpage.com[/URL]/ FemaleEscorts / [B][i]new-hottie-in-town-18[/i][/B] ".
(bold and italics added).
I would hope that lovethemerch will tell us all (publicly) about the ad + it's content, and not by PM.
Thanks LTM, good catch.[/QUOTE]The reason I will not disclose publicly is because I know how to detect these ads that are stings. There is some gut feeling and other tell-tell signs. If I say how I know, then the cops will change their methods. It is like an arms race between us and the cops. Also, as long as police are looking for low hanging fruit, our precautions will continue to work. I will continue to inform you guys if I ever see another ad. If you ever have a question for me, I will respond under the understanding that the info will not be made public.
LTM.
More On Questionable Ad From Yesterday.
[QUOTE=EchoEcho;2094621]Don't have the ad, but this was the title when it was up (and yes, it has already been removed):
"knoxville. [URL]backpage.com[/URL]/ FemaleEscorts / [B][i]new-hottie-in-town-18[/i][/B] ".
(bold and italics added).
I would hope that lovethemerch will tell us all (publicly) about the ad + it's content, and not by PM.
Thanks LTM, good catch.[/QUOTE]Was able to get some info from the ad that has been cached on google. Just an FYI to Uncle, remember that just because you delete some ad that you put on the internet, it doesn't mean that it hasn't already been picked up by a feeder site.
New hottie in town. Knoxville escorts - [URL]backpage.com[/URL].
Knoxville. [URL]backpage.com[/URL] › ... › knoxville escorts.
Backpage.
15 hours ago. Hello K-town! I'm Lindsey and I'm looking to make some new friends. I guarantee you an experience that will leave you breathless. No rushing.
about LoveTheMerch "methods" not being made public
Well explained and completely understandable, no problem whatsoever. We're glad you can do it... and thanks for your efforts.
[QUOTE=LoveTheMerch;2094681]The reason I will not disclose publicly is because I know how to detect these ads that are stings. There is some gut feeling and other tell-tell signs. If I say how I know, then the cops will change their methods. It is like an arms race between us and the cops. Also, as long as police are looking for low hanging fruit, our precautions will continue to work. I will continue to inform you guys if I ever see another ad. If you ever have a question for me, I will respond under the understanding that the info will not be made public.
LTM.[/QUOTE]