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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: zanza mobutu <zanza_mobutu06@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 13 Nov 2006 09:49:26 -0800 (PST)
Subject: BUSINESS TRANSACTION
BUSINESS TRANSACTION
Dear,
With profound gratitude I wish to write you with trust and confidence, I represent the children of Mobutu SeseSeko the late president of Zaire, my names are Zanza Mobutu SeseSeko, the eldest Son of late Mobutu SeseSeko. I wish to write you in confidence, while hoping that this letter will not course you any embarrassment in whatever form, Since our father died in Morocco on exile caused by Mr. Kabila, we all emigrated to Washington.
Further, after the death of Mr. Kabila who was assassinated by his security guard, we are able to trace all documents of the money our father deposited with a bank in Europe as treasure. The money deposited is seventy-six million United States dollars.
The main reason of contacting you is that we want to front you as known foreign partner to enable us move the fund where it will be safe for the family because we have decided to invest the money on a business under your supervision while relying on your honesty.
Meanwhile, we would not like our family name to appear in any bank now as we are still on exile. For your assistance, you will be receiving 8% of the total sum.
Please do not hesitate to reach us by e-mail or through fax or telephone, as soon as you receive this proposal, so that we can acquaint you with the mode of execution and other details about this transaction. Your prompt response will be highly appreciated.
Best regards.
Zanza Mobutu SeseSeko
For and on behalf of the entire family
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