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Google files lawsuit to protect puppy buyers

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4 years ago

April 13, 2022

Google has filed a consumer protection lawsuit to shield vulnerable people.

The company claims a man in Cameroon tricked ‘would-be buyers’ using Gmail and other services into the sale of imaginary puppies.

It claims the man lured his victims with “alluring” photographs of pure-bred puppies, and testimonials from supposedly satisfied customers.

Google says it spent more than 75,000 dollars to “investigate and remediate” the activities.

In one instance, a woman sent a $700 deposit to the seller, who sent her a video of what she thought was her soon-to-be puppy.

The company says the man has caused harm to the company’s relationship with its users ad its reputation.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.