Goods not Delivered

[userken]

My bank account is in NJ and I sent a check for to purchase goods from an individual in Indiana. He in turn was to forward tickets to a show. The check has cleared and the individual has disappeared. If I can locate this individual, what recourse do I have?

Would I be able to gain any recourse through my bank or his bank?

Do I contact Police in Indiana or NJ?

 

[tijerin]

The police are just going to tell you it's a civil matter. If you want to sue the seller, you'd have to do it in Indiana.

I doubt the banks will help you since you worte a check, they cashed it. They did there job. You didn't stop payment or anything.

That's why I always pay for online goods with credit card. At least then you can dispute it with the credit card company.

 

[teflon_jones]

You need to file this in small claims court in Indiana, if you can locate the person.