A Kalamazoo man, Ignacio Pederson, 24, faces charges after a Facebook Marketplace deal turned into a robbery. He’s accused of pretending to have a gun to steal a cellphone and two cases. Pederson was charged with armed robbery and resisting police, with bond set at over $25,000, according to WOODTV.

The incident happened on February 1 at Interfaith Homes of Kalamazoo. During his arrest last Thursday, the suspect, Pederson, allegedly tried to escape, resulting in more charges. WZZM13 reported this detail, along with his arraignment last Friday.

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety advises people making online sales to meet in well-lit public areas with security cameras, such as their Safe Exchange Zone. They recommend checking the other party’s profile for red flags and canceling the meeting if anything seems suspicious. Bringing someone along is also suggested for added safety. These guidelines were shared after a recent arrest to help ensure secure transactions, as stated by Mlive.