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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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Fraud email example:
From: Rozo Dickson <rozodickdon3@yahoo.com>
Reply-To: rozodick1@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, 29 Mar 2008 02:56:57 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: Hello
I am Dr Rozo Dickson,a Terminal Supervisory Chair-man of a Sea Port in my country. I have worked for 15 years but as it is now I want to apply for my resignation letter for further investment with my wealth overseas. I am interested in investments. The reason for this correspondence is to seek your advice on areas of business investment in your country where I can invest/utilize my money-on for profitable gains. The amount involved is Six Million US Dollars {US$6M.} only and I need your advice in time so that I can make necessary arrangements to move/transfer the money to you before my arrival in your country for further discussions and investments.
Tell me about yourself, business and family. Send me your full names, your home and office addresses, your picture, telephone and fax numbers for easy notification and communication. Please acknowledge the receipt of this offer/proposal and indicate your willingness and readiness to assist me receive this fund. I am ready to offer you 20% of the total amount if the transfer is properly executed by you. Thank you for your understanding.
I await your urgent response
Best regards,
Dr. Rozo Dickson.
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