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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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Some comments by the Scam-O-Matic about the following email:
Fraud email example:
From: Dennis Holmes esq Attorney <dynamicattorney@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 1 Jan 2007 05:15:25 -0800 (PST)
Subject: More Information,this is not a scam
Dear Friend,
Thanks for your email. I appreciate the fact that you are willing to cooperate with me in this project . I will want you to forward the underlisted infos, so that i can proceed to Her majesty's Magistrate Court and secure all the necessary documents that will facilitate the transfer of the Funds and establish you as the beneficiary of the inheritance.
These are the required info:
1.Your Full names
2. Your address
3. Your Age and Marital Status.
4. A copy of your International paspport or Driving License
5. Private Phone and fax numbers.
6. Occupation and position in Office.
These information I assure you will be handled with care and confidence as you know that the business itself involves high level of trust.
Be rest assured no risk is attached as am going to use my position to make sure everything is handled legitimately. I will be waiting to hear from you soon.
Best Regards,
Dennis Holmes.[esQ]
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