Kansas City Man Faces Up to 98 Years in Prison After Allegedly Selling the Same Car to Eight Buyers on Facebook and Stealing It Back
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI — A 24-year-old Kansas City resident is facing the possibility of decades behind bars after prosecutors say he carried out an elaborate vehicle fraud scheme using Facebook Marketplace, selling the same cars to multiple buyers before stealing them back.
Authorities say the case involves repeated deception, forged documents, and thousands of dollars in losses for unsuspecting victims.
Prosecutors Detail Repeated Sales of the Same Vehicles
According to court records, Mamadou Diallo, 24, allegedly sold the same vehicles to at least eight different buyers between May and June 2025. Investigators say the primary vehicles involved were a 2013 gray Honda Civic and a 2013 brown Buick Verano.
Prosecutors allege Diallo used forged titles and falsified bills of sale to complete the transactions, convincing buyers the vehicles were legitimately his to sell.
Vehicles Reportedly Stolen Back Within Hours
Authorities say that after each sale, Diallo allegedly stole the vehicles back, in some cases within 24 hours of the transaction. Multiple stolen vehicle reports were later filed with the Kansas City Police Department, triggering an investigation that linked the incidents together.
Investigators believe Diallo collected more than $24,000 in cash payments from the repeated sales before reclaiming the vehicles.
Charges Filed and Potential Sentence Outlined
Diallo has been charged with 14 felony counts, including six counts of first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle and eight counts of forgery. Prosecutors say that if convicted on all counts, he could face up to 98 years in prison under Missouri law. He is currently being held on a $30,000 cash-only bond.
Authorities Warn of Online Marketplace Risks
Law enforcement officials say the case highlights growing concerns around fraud schemes tied to online marketplaces, where vehicles and high-value items are increasingly targeted by scammers using forged documents and repeat-sale tactics.
Investigators urge buyers to verify vehicle titles thoroughly and complete transactions through official channels whenever possible.
Case Remains Active as Court Proceedings Continue
Prosecutors say the investigation remains active as authorities continue reviewing evidence and determining whether additional victims may be involved. Diallo is expected to appear in court as the case moves forward.
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