Nigerian Rental Scams and me

I received an email from Mr. William Smith of the Netherlands regarding the condo I have for lease on Lucile in Silverlake.  Mr. Smith claims to be a world-reknowned paleontologist and sent pictures of his wife and child.  He wanted to rent the unit, sight unseen, and asked if I would please pay cash for his furniture that is about to be delivered.  Yes, according to my research, the Smith letter is yet another Nigerian rental scam has been circulating for some time.  Here's my response.

William, we are so happy to have you rent this unit. Here are a few questions before we proceed:
- Are you originally from Nigeria?
- Will any prawns be living there with you or visiting you for business reasons?
- Will you be selling black market cat food?
- Are you willing to leave a bag of cash at the Metrolink train stop in Glendale at the third pier on the right? I think $10,000 in small bills should be fine. No checks or coins, please. Can we pick it up on Thursday at 10:00 am?
Regards to your lovely wife and child.

I haven't yet heard back from him. What a surprise.

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