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Bad Guy JERRY TRESSER--BAD GUY- the worst kind

Take 2..

Guess I'll post this where I had originally intended, as it relates to the likelihood that Jerry's care played a part in the skink's death. If it's actually dead, that is.

ApexPredatorBoids said:
I just stumbled upon this post in one of the rarely-used BOI subsections.

http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1524955#post1524955
cerastes89 said:
Thinking of buying an animal from this seller. Think again.
A few months ago I bought an N. Wheeleri from the drosophila company. In the photos provided on the kingsnake add it looked like a nice animal. Good weight, decent coloration, photographed in its habitat with a hide space and sand substrate. A good gecko to add to my collecion of nephrurus.

UPON ARRIVAL I WAS FURIOUS!

Of course the gecko was photographed in its natural habitat. The sand on it worked great for concealing its protruding back bone and skinny tail. I had the animal for 5 days before it died. Arrived deathly skinny, wouldnt eat....who would ship an animal in this condition to another buyer? The Drosophila Co.

DO NOT BUY FROM THESE SCUMBAGS.

They were very helpful and good about answering emails. As soon as I recieved the half dead animal and emailed them about its condition I never heard from them again. I posted about them on other forums and didnt see adds from them for awhile but here they go again selling :censored:quality animals and lining there pockets. No help on this case from paypal I might add!

THESE PEOPLE DONT CARE ABOUT THE ANIMALS THEY ARE SELLING OR THE PEOPLE BUYING THEM. As soon as they have cash in hand forget about customer service or purchasing a decent animal.

Maybe some will feel differently but my transacation was absoluetly terrible.
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Another glowing review of Jerry's customer service, communication practices, and general integrity.


If there's any truth to this post, it would appear that Jerry's animals may not be receiving the best of care. If Ben's skink actually did die, it's entirely plausible that it's death was due to the level of disregard that the above-mentioned gecko must have received, prior to it being dumped on an unsuspecting customer.
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I love the fact that jerry is on another thread STILL trying to deflect the intention from himself---I KNOW YOU ARE READING ALL THIS JERRY--everyone reading this DOES NOT BELIEVE YOU. EVERY SINGLE LAST PERSON THAT READS THIS KNOWS YOU ARE WRONG AND ACTING LIKE A TRAPPED RAT. CAN YOU NOT STEP BACK AND SEE THAT YOU ARE COMPELTELY WRONG AND MAKING LOTS OF PEOPLE IN THIS BUSINESS ANGRY? I mean you are done tresser. No one wants to do business with you. Your fruit flies are of poor quality--my 16 year old volunteer makes better fly cultures. JERRY-GO AWAY!! You will absolutely be hearing from not ONE, but now TWO different attorney. One to handle the petty monkey tail skink that was done-will have no issues winning triple damages thanks to guess who---YOU JERRY!!
And the second to handle EVERYTHING ELSE--and there is a list. And flush!

JERRY--are you that ridiculously stupid? Are you serious? I know you are an ex cop, but do you really think you are not liable at this point? Your a EX cop tresser-you know the rules, and I for one am not in the least bit frightened or intimidated by your bullying tactics. THE JIG IS UP--people that know you are coming out of the woodwork's. I really hope you are not as broke as I think you are but that does not even matter. I will pay whatever it costs to have justice served to you.
 
I love how his excuse NOW is "oh, well, based on MY half-cocked spewing of legalese, *I* think Ben should/might be declaring bankruptcy, so I'm no longer obligated to pay him because of something *I* think he hypothetically possibly could do but has shown no intention of actually doing."
 
SirenSanJose said:
I love how his excuse NOW is "oh, well, based on MY half-cocked spewing of legalese, *I* think Ben should/might be declaring bankruptcy, so I'm no longer obligated to pay him because of something *I* think he hypothetically possibly could do but has shown no intention of actually doing."
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Exactly. Jerry does not know what he is talking about, but if you notice, he has escalated his bullying tactics ( I believe he could seriously be on the hook for a lot more than $900 and I believe HE is beginning to realize this as well).

Back in the fruit fly thread Jerry's bullying of the customer who wanted replacements for dead fruit flies consisted of vague references to litigation when the customer stood up for herself after being told that no replacements were forthcoming.
Here, after Ben did not cave in to Jerry's bullying, Jerry looks as if he is engaging in some quick internet research and is using whatever he sees to fuel his escalating blusters. I'm glad Ben has the stones to stand up to Jerry's vindictive onslaughts, and the brains to realize what Jerry is trying to do.


By the way, there was an interesting quote by Jerry in the fruitfly thread:

KNOBTAIL said:
I have a zero tolerance for business lacking people who think they can bully, or attempt to degrade my business or anyone elses to there level of thinking or dealing....
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I am so upset hurt and shocked by the things Jerry has written about me, my family and my manager and his family. It has caused much emotional suffering at this point as I am sure that EVERYONE on this thread would agree. Someone email me saying that very traumatic libelous events can cause many disorders such as ptsd and others. I sure hope Jerry is happy for what he has done and the damage both emotional and financial to me and my business. I am also very upset that he would post untrue facts about an event that he did not attend and knew nothing about. That is also a shame, as If I am not mistaken but presenting fact publicly knowing they are not true about an ongoing investigation is a felony? I could be wrong, but wouldnt Jerrys prior career as a law enforcement officer make him even more culpable then say an average citizen.... but hey---what do I know---I dont understand all that legal mumbo jumbo stuff.
I am glad I have people that can explain it to me on real simple terms.
 
ben siegel said:
I am so upset hurt and shocked by the things Jerry has written about me, my family and my manager and his family. It has caused much emotional suffering at this point as I am sure that EVERYONE on this thread would agree. Someone email me saying that very traumatic libelous events can cause many disorders such as ptsd and others. I sure hope Jerry is happy for what he has done and the damage both emotional and financial to me and my business. I am also very upset that he would post untrue facts about an event that he did not attend and knew nothing about. That is also a shame, as If I am not mistaken but presenting fact publicly knowing they are not true about an ongoing investigation is a felony? I could be wrong, but wouldnt Jerrys prior career as a law enforcement officer make him even more culpable then say an average citizen.... but hey---what do I know---I dont understand all that legal mumbo jumbo stuff.
I am glad I have people that can explain it to me on real simple terms.
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Hold your head high & know your not alone in being sickened by the actions & words of Mr. Tresser, as well as a few others in unrelated topics. You would think the strong love for animals most of us share would be strong enough that we we could respected each other like decent folk & be civil. During times like these especially, we need to stand as a community or we will all fall as one.

I was not going to even post on this thread & definitely didn't want to be off topic but since it keeps being thrown up (in multiple threads) I will give my personal opinion to get it off my chest. The idea of a fun contest that unfortunately ended tragically puts way less of a dark shadow on the hobby then the people who scam & con everyone possible. Accidents sadly happen put purposely screwing some over isn't an honest mistake, & you should be ashamed of yourself..

Mr. Tresser, I personally would worry more about your own future business ventures, then Mr. Siegels at this point. Your dirty laundry continues to rise to the top almost as fast as your honor drops due to your own posts. Call it a hunch, but I'm pretty confident Mr. Siegels reputation & business manor will continue to have followers.

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Ben,
I have bought from you in the past and was extremely impressed with the time you took to discuss the animals in question, as well as the pricing you gave me for multiple purchases. In addition, your reputation and quality animals stand the test of scrutiny as shown in this thread.
Having said that, your posts are starting to come across as gloating, vindictive, and inmature. I certainly believe Jerry has shown himself to be someone to avoid doing business with at all costs, yet I feel you are responding from emotion instead of articulating your normal level headed, professional responses. I know you have had an extremely tough and tragic week, and hope you take my post in the constructive manner in which it was posted.
This just doesn't seem like the Ben Siegel that I have spoken with, purchased from, and heard so many great things about.
 
Jerry, if you had any sense right now, you would immediately pay Ben any amount you consider a "settlement." The more you owe when you go to court, will only end up in you owing more in the long run. You will go to court and lose, trust me. The only way to save face at this point, is to pay in full. This is from a neutral party who can clearly see how this is going and how it will end.
 
This is pathetic and I think we've all seen more than enough of Mr. Tresser's disregard for the law, the reptile industry, and people in general.

Where is that list of businesses this moron supplies feeders to (Josh's Frogs, etc.)? I recall him spouting it off somewhere, but can't quite seem to find it. I need to send them all e-mails stating that I will not do business with them as long as they continue to do business with him. I will encourage my colleagues to do the same.
 
well after reading all the Dribble ol jerry has posted ....I for one will never do business with him as a buyer or a seller....Ben's reputation has suffered no ill will to me or I'm sure everbody reading this mess....
I am also sure everybody here and abroad will also agree
 
I shop at BSR on a regular basis. Their staff is knowledgeable as well as professional, their prices are fair, and the husbandry of their animals is second to none. I would recommend them to anyone, don't listen to trash talk about them in this or other threads.
 
Luvthemtorts said:
Ben,
I have bought from you in the past and was extremely impressed with the time you took to discuss the animals in question, as well as the pricing you gave me for multiple purchases. In addition, your reputation and quality animals stand the test of scrutiny as shown in this thread.
Having said that, your posts are starting to come across as gloating, vindictive, and inmature. I certainly believe Jerry has shown himself to be someone to avoid doing business with at all costs, yet I feel you are responding from emotion instead of articulating your normal level headed, professional responses. I know you have had an extremely tough and tragic week, and hope you take my post in the constructive manner in which it was posted.
This just doesn't seem like the Ben Siegel that I have spoken with, purchased from, and heard so many great things about.
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I do not agree at all. Ben does not sound immature, he sounds hurt and upset, which he has every right to feel. Remember, this is a person who called himself a friend to Ben Siegal until there was a problem, then essentially kicked him into the dirt and keeps stomping him now that he is down.
I think every single word Ben has said is understandable and justifiable. I do not know either of these people involved, but I do know that Ben has had a rough time lately and to be ripped off (yes, RIPPED OFF) by a so called friend is just the icing on the cake!
Jerry, you need to pay up NOW because if this goes to court you WILL lose, and probably much more than the $900 for the skink.
Shame on you as well for not taking that animal to the vet if in fact it was sick.By your own admission, it did not get sick and die all in a day, so why on earth would you not take it to the vet? The cost of the animal should not even play a part in that. If its a $10 gecko or a $1000 Skink, it is an animal entrusted into your care and as a decent human being you should make sure it gets the best care possible. If you cannot provide that, stop getting helpless animals!
 
MiIguanaLvr said:
I do not agree at all. Ben does not sound immature, he sounds hurt and upset, which he has every right to feel. Remember, this is a person who called himself a friend to Ben Siegal until there was a problem, then essentially kicked him into the dirt and keeps stomping him now that he is down.
I think every single word Ben has said is understandable and justifiable. I do not know either of these people involved, but I do know that Ben has had a rough time lately and to be ripped off (yes, RIPPED OFF) by a so called friend is just the icing on the cake!
Jerry, you need to pay up NOW because if this goes to court you WILL lose, and probably much more than the $900 for the skink.
Shame on you as well for not taking that animal to the vet if in fact it was sick.By your own admission, it did not get sick and die all in a day, so why on earth would you not take it to the vet? The cost of the animal should not even play a part in that. If its a $10 gecko or a $1000 Skink, it is an animal entrusted into your care and as a decent human being you should make sure it gets the best care possible. If you cannot provide that, stop getting helpless animals!
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That is certainly your prerogative to disagree. Having spoken with, purchased from, and heard about Bens professionalism both on the Internet and shows, I tend to believe the stress of the week has played a large role in how he has chosen to post. In my personal dealings with him he was professional, articulate, rational, and level headed. I choose to believe he is the same man with the same morals, and has simply been overwhelmed by recent events.
Once again, just my opinion, no disrespect implied, and respectfully submitted.
 
Luvthemtorts said:
That is certainly your prerogative to disagree. Having spoken with, purchased from, and heard about Bens professionalism both on the Internet and shows, I tend to believe the stress of the week has played a large role in how he has chosen to post. In my personal dealings with him he was professional, articulate, rational, and level headed. I choose to believe he is the same man with the same morals, and has simply been overwhelmed by recent events.
Once again, just my opinion, no disrespect implied, and respectfully submitted.
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Professional, moral, articulate people can get hurt and overwhelmed. That is precisely the point the poster you are 'disagreeing' with was trying to make.

I think Mr. Siegel has conducted himself quite well in the face of some real low-down attacks thrown at him. Being hurt by a friend suddenly hell-bent on dragging you through the mud is a far cry from immaturity.
 
Jerry Jerry Jerry...... I just read all 16 pages of this, and my non biased opinion as I havent bought from you or Ben nor have I talked to either before is:


Ben let you in good faith put $100 down on a monkey tail worth $1k. AFTER the 7 day heatlh guarentee the skink "falls ill and dies" some 20 days later. Ben has completed his side of the deal now its up to you PAY THE MAN HIS $900 that you still owe.


The fact you continually bring up the tragedy that occured at Ben's shop, to try and help blind us to you despicable business ethics, is not workin. The only thing you are doing is showing us how ignorant you truly are. A MAN LOST HIS LIFE AND ALL YOU CAN DO IS SPEAK ILL OF THE SITUATION. This tradgey is not meant to be tossed around and used for your personal gains. The incident has nothing to do with you anyways. Were you there? NO!!!! Did you participate in the contest? NO!!!! Are you an attorney for the deceased??? NO!!! Should you be keeping your mouth shut about the subject, especially after all the warning by MODS? YES!!!!!!

DO YOU STILL OWE BEN $900? YES, and at this point I would think $900 sounds alot better than what you could be facing in court.

Jerry, let's make this in terms you may understand. YOUR WIFE IS SICK, dont wish that upon anyone, so after all her treatments and hospital visits, Dr. Appt.
Are you just not goin to pay for any of her bills, because she got sick again???? Doesnt work that way BUD!!!!!



MAN UP PAY BEN WHAT YOU OWE. YOUR NOT A CHILD YOUR A GROWN ADULT WHO KNOWS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RIGHT AND WRONG. FOR ONCE DO WHATS RIGHT!!!!! KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT ON ANYTHING IRRELEVANT TO THE TRANSACTION AT HAND AND PAY BEN!!!!!
 
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