UPDATE! he is no longer missing. he had been admitted to a shelter 5 days ago and i found him on their website. im very sad about how this whole thing played out but i am SO HAPPY he is back! he is in my care now for good. I know this probably isnt the place for this but please dont take this down. I am desperate. My cat is probably 9 years old now and he is

For everyone's safety, meet in a public place and never send money to strangers to recover a pet. Verify anyone who claims a pet before arranging a meeting.