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"419" Scam – Advance Fee / Fake Lottery Scam

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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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• The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
  • "dear friend" (a common phrase found in 419 scams)
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Fraud email example:

From: George Ochuko <gggg28@msn.com>
Reply-To: <georgeochuko@rubiconet.com>
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2009 21:30:12 +0000
Subject: *** MUTUAL BENEFIT***



Dear Friend. I am George Ochuko, a personal Attorney to late Engr Ron Baker. I am compelled to write you this email for the following reason:- The above named person who is now deceased, in His Will, left for someone his entire Estate and Cash deposit of US12.3Million. The truth is that, l do not know if you are the beneficiary or not. For two years now, l have tried effortlessly to locate the name on the will without success hence l have contacted you, Can you please get back to me urgently, to claim your inheritance, for further explanation. Get back to me immediately on my private Email (georgeochuko@rubiconet.com)Do not forget to include your telephone/fax numbers, your full residential address, full names, age and occupation. I look forward to your response. Best Regards. George Ochuko

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