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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.
Read more about such scams here or in our 419 FAQ. Use the Scam-O-Matic to verify suspect emails.
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Fraud email example:
From: "Mr. Sandor Gombkoto" <sgombkoto@napis.to> (may be fake)
Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2005 07:10:14 +0100
Subject: Placement of funds over 5 million Euros
Hello,
I am looking for a reputable and honest trader to place my funds, over 5 million Euros.
Please contact me immediately with your detailed resume.
Regards,
Sandor Gombkoto,
Hungary
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