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"419" Scam – Advance Fee / Fake Lottery Scam

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Victims never receive this non-existent fortune but are tricked into sending their money to the criminals, who remain anonymous. They hide their real identity and location by using fake names and fake postal addresses as well as communicating via anonymous free email accounts and mobile phones.

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Fraud email example:

From: "philipdoherty1@terra.es" <philipdoherty1@terra.es>
Date: Tue, 3 Oct 2006 06:36:12 +0200 (MEST)
Subject: from philip doherty


We are in posession of US$13,731 million. Also, here is the need for you to know we don't need a cent from your pocket in the course of this transfer. What we need from you is the fellowing:

1. Trusted and transparent.
2. Your mailing and contact address.
3. Your telephone numbers.

Upon receipt of the above, I shall communicate with you, and let you know the details of the transfer.

Best personal regards.
Philip Doherty





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