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"419" Scam – Advance Fee / Fake Lottery Scam

The so-called "419" scam is a type of fraud dominated by criminals from Nigeria and other countries in Africa. Victims of the scam are promised a large amount of money, such as a lottery prize, inheritance, money sitting in some bank account, etc.

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.

Keep in mind that scammers DO NOT use their real names when defrauding people.
The criminals either abuse names of real people or companies or invent names or addresses.
Any real people or companies mentioned below have NO CONNECTION to the scammers!

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: "Steve Lampard" <stevelamp911@hotmail.com>
Date: Fri, 11 May 2007 19:52:33 -0700
Subject: I love you

Hello Sweetie,
I want you to believe me and any word i say to you.many times you'll find
someone who is worried about something, but has never even spoken with the
other partner about it. It's very difficult to maintain a relationship if
you don't let your partner know how you feel about something or any concerns
you may have. Sharing your thoughts will not only help alleviate your fears,
but it will also begin the start of a solid relationship.

Do Unto Others
If you're insecure about something, there's a high chance that it could
quite possibly be caused by something similar you've done in the past. Keep
pesky, guilty feelings at bay by following the golden rule, "Do unto others
as you would have them do unto you." Not only will you feel better about
yourself, you'll also find it easier to be open when you've got nothing to
hide!
Remember, there is a certain amount of risk in everything you do. Allowing
yourself the freedom to experience love, with all its uncertainties, is more
valuable than any investment or money in the world.
I want you to trust me Anja,i will love you and care for you more than you
think i will.
Huggsssssssssssssssssss and Kissessssssssssss for you,
Love Always,
Steve

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