Piano “GIVEAWAY” Scam

Phishing message example:

GIVEAWAY Sony Airpeak S1 Drone, Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Violin & Camera
Message Body: Mrs. Jennifer Petty is downsizing and looking to give away Her late husband’s Sony Airpeak S1 Professional Drone, Piano (2014 Yamaha Baby Grand, Eric Clapton’s 1939 Martin 000-42 and Leica S (TyR 007) Digital SLR Camera and Violin to a loving home. The piano is a 2014 Yamaha baby grand, the Guitar is Eric Clapton’s 1939 Martin 000-42 while the camera is Leica S (TyR 007) Digital SR Camera .You can email Mrs. Jennifer Petty to indicate your interest. Kindly text via her private cell 205-xxx-xxxx to get it delivered to your home. Please text Mrs. Petty via your personal phone for a swift response. NOTE: THE ITEMS ARE FREE, NO PICK UP, DELIVERY ONLY REQUIREMENTS: Shipping Fee is estimated at $100 – 250 anywhere in USA

Clues that it is a phishing message:

  • There is way too many recipients.
  • The valuable items are being given away for free, but you MUST pay to ship. No pick-up options.
  • Google search shows similar scams.