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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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Some comments by the Scam-O-Matic about the following email:

• The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
  • "dear friend" (a common phrase found in 419 scams)
• This email message is a 419 scam. Please see our 419 FAQ for more details on such scams.
  

Fraud email example:

From: John Maxwell <tunana15@msn.com>
Reply-To: <johnmaxwell@avasmail.com.mv>
Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 22:14:51 +0000
Subject: Investment




Dear Friend,

My name is John Maxwell, I am retired pilot, I have some millions of dollars
that I have saved for years, Presently I am seriously seeking for an investor
who will help me invest the said money, l need your advice on what sector
to invest in that will yield good profit.

I will appreciate it if you can furnish me with your full Name and your
contact Telephone Number.

Waiting to hear from you.

Regards

John Maxwell.

Anti-fraud resources:

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