Kansas City, Missouri – A Missouri man is facing a long list of felony charges after investigators say he sold vehicles on Facebook Marketplace, only to steal the same cars back from unsuspecting buyers days later. Prosecutors allege the scheme targeted multiple victims and resulted in tens of thousands of dollars in losses across the Kansas City area.
According to authorities, Mamadou Diallo, 24, is accused of defrauding at least eight victims out of more than $24,000 through what officials describe as a calculated and repeatable scam.
Incident Overview
The case was announced Tuesday by Melesa Johnson, who confirmed that Diallo has been charged with a total of 14 felony counts. Prosecutors allege that Diallo exploited online vehicle marketplaces to appear as a legitimate private seller before reclaiming the vehicles after the sale.
Authorities say the crimes occurred in Kansas City, Missouri, and involved buyers who believed they were completing lawful, documented vehicle purchases.
Timeline of Events
Between May and June 2025, the Kansas City Police Department received a series of stolen vehicle reports that immediately raised red flags for investigators…