Police are trying to trace the owner of 65,400 euros (£44,000) mistakenly sent to a 16-year-old boy who bought a Playstation Two for £95 on eBay.

The cash arrived in a box at the house in Aylsham, Norfolk, with the games console, but minus two games.

Police are holding the money under the Proceeds of Crime Act while the matter is investigated.

An eBay spokesman said the parcel’s contents were “somewhat unusual” and it would help police with their inquiries.

“Somewhat Unusual” indeed. I don’t know how hard it is to trace back the funds. Obviously, the kid has the sellers contact info. The package probably has a return address (what eBay seller wouldn’t put that on there?)

It may have been a mistake. It could also be one of those fluke things like when a waitress gets a $100,000 tip for a cup of coffee.

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