Well, for a couch story, I once heard about someone who bought a used couch on Craigslist. When they got it home, they found a hidden compartment under one of the cushions. Inside was an old diary. It was a bit spooky but also really interesting. As for a horror story, a friend of mine answered an ad for a cheap apartment on Craigslist. When she went to see it, the person showing it was really creepy. He kept making inappropriate comments and she felt really unsafe. So she left right away.
Regarding couch stories, there was this family who bought a couch from Craigslist. It was in great condition and it came with a free throw pillow that had a really nice design. However, in terms of horror stories, I've heard of people responding to Craigslist job offers that turned out to be part of a pyramid scheme. They were promised big money but ended up losing their own savings. There are also stories of people renting rooms through Craigslist only to find out that the place was full of pests and the landlord refused to do anything about it.
One example could be when someone goes to buy a used item from a Craigslist seller. They meet at an isolated place, and the seller turns out to be really sketchy. The seller tries to overcharge them at the last minute and becomes aggressive when the buyer refuses.
Often, the couch smells really bad when it arrives at your place. It could be due to things like pet urine or mold that you didn't notice before. This makes your whole living area stink.
Well, a common horror story could be getting a free couch from Craigslist and finding out it's infested with bedbugs. You bring it home all excited about a free piece of furniture, and then later discover these nasty pests all over your place.
I heard about a case where a family was on a road trip. Their GPS directed them to a so - called 'shortcut' which turned out to be a dirt road in the middle of a forest. As they drove further, the road got worse and worse until their car got stuck. They were miles away from any help and it took hours for them to be rescued. It was a real nightmare.
One horror story is about water contamination. In some fracking areas, chemicals used in the process have leaked into groundwater. This has led to undrinkable water for local residents. Cattle have also been affected as they drank the polluted water and got sick.
One horror story could be about the shunning practice. When a member decides to leave or is expelled, they are often shunned by their family and friends within the Jehovah's Witness community. For example, a person who starts to question the teachings and chooses to step away may find themselves completely cut off from their loved ones. This can lead to extreme emotional distress, feelings of isolation, and in some cases, long - term psychological damage.
There are cases where in the foster system, children are moved around frequently. For example, a young girl was shifted from one foster home to another almost every six months. This constant upheaval led to her having severe emotional and psychological problems. She couldn't form stable relationships or feel a sense of belonging anywhere.
One well - known example is the case of Carl Tanzler. He was so obsessed with a patient named Elena Milagro de Hoyos that after she died, he took her body and tried to preserve it, even living with it for years. It was a truly macabre situation that horrified the local community when it was discovered.
In another instance, a man was yandere for his neighbor. He would secretly take pictures of her through her window. He then started leaving dead animals on her doorstep as a 'gift'. The woman was terrified and moved away after calling the police.
First, always meet in a public place. Don't let the seller or buyer pressure you into meeting at their home or a secluded location. Second, bring a friend with you. There's safety in numbers. Third, inspect the couch thoroughly before making any payment. Check for damages, stains, and any signs of hidden problems.