Did this guy pocket my $20?
Today the Census sent me FedEx pre-paid shipping labels to return their computer and materials. Groan. The FedEx station is in Safeway grocery store. They don't have shipping tape or boxes.
So I went to the UPS Store that sells boxes but doesn't take FedEx shipments. Stood in a long line. Finally got to the front.
"I just need boxes for a computer and these documents," I called. A third employee called me over. Explained what I need. The computer was going to Tennessee. The documents to Los Angeles. He carried my stuff to the back. He spent about fifteen minutes boxing up my stuff.
When he returned, everything was sealed into a pair of boxes. Both registers were busy. I held out some $20 bills. "What do I owe you?"
"I'll give you a bargain," he replied. "How about $20?" That's great!" I replied. "Thank you! You did a great job."
I handed him a $20 bill. He didn't give me a receipt. He held the $20 bill against his leg. I walked out and wondered. Did he pocket the $20 or put it in a register?
Taped FedEx shipping labels in my car. Took the boxes to the FedEx counter inside Safeway. It feels good to get rid of that computer.
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You were taken. I run into customers all the time trying to pull similar tricks. These days, a receipt and 92 cameras are your best friend.
Holysocks
Level 8
Feb 9, 2022
1
UPS store charges at least $10 for two boxes. More for packing materials. Plus his labor.
I figure it was a bargain.
@LiterateHiker
As long as you are happy and everything was delivered. (Sorry, I am a bit nervous because I'm going to be sending a package to my sister soon.)
Maybe, Maybe Not. I wouldn't worry about it, as long as the package ships. Plus it seems like if there's a record of a transaction ( product being shipped) FedEx will need to see record of a payment. Unless he knows how to get a packaged shipped under the radar....Accomplices perhaps?
Many times, I've regretted getting a receipt for personal items. For business it's a must
twill
Level 7
Feb 9, 2022
3
He donated it to a children's orphanage where he volunteers on Sundays after his shift at a soup kitchen.
Piece2YourPuzzle
Level 8
Feb 9, 2022
5
You did not mention how long it took him to get everything boxed up but I think he made more than the minimum wage.
silverotter11
Level 9
Feb 9, 2022
2
Cash from one palm to another is a well-known method of getting things done all over the world. The word in several languages is "bakshish," which loosely translates to "bribe." And yes, there's an art to it. Or in many cases, there's a certain theatre to it.
mischl
Level 8
Feb 9, 2022
4
Did the computer and stuff get returned?
yvilletom
Level 8
Feb 9, 2022
3
Yes, I took the two boxes to FedEx in Safeway.
Will get a text when they are received.
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