He used the call sign G7EIX in response to a want ad I posted. Checked with the owner of that call, Richard, and he confirmed that it was not he who answered the ad.
Marc-k7wxk
Be wary of Rob Hoberg
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Re: Be wary of Rob Hoberg
I just added a Scammer report also and updated my QRZ to note the same.
Thanks to all who let me know.
Richard W4/G7EIX
Thanks to all who let me know.
Richard W4/G7EIX
Re: Be wary of Rob Hoberg
He contacted me as well for my "want" ad. Sent me a picture from the web and has not replied since I asked him for a VERIFIED picture.