If someone has information or a unit from the OP I don't know why they wouldn't be willing to help run down the details. Unless of course everyone came at them like a mob which put them on the defensive. Some politeness and courtesy goes a long way. Think about how you would feel if you happened to be this lone witness with a unit and everyone has their pitch forks and torches....
Oh man, if that happened to me I'd post a shit ton of photos showing the box, the address label, details, hell I'd even DNA swab the box.
If I found out I was used as a bait for a scam, I'd be very interested in finding the person who did it.
Exactly. Any normal person would want to help, unless they are in on the scam.