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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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From: "umthingo collins" <umthingo_collins3636@hotmail.com>
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2006 10:56:29 +0200
Subject: CONGRATULATIONS???
From : Lotto Manager . South African2010 World cup lottery online 2006Lottery Headquarters: 210-211 Universal BuildingParkhaust, Balfour Unit 1440Johannesburg, South AfricaBatch: ( 18/006/1094/LIPDA/SL.)CONGRATULATIONS FOR YOUR WINNING:We happily announce to you the draw of South African 2010 World cup Bid lottery Award International programs held in Zurich, Switzerland. Your e-mail address attached to ticket number: (