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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: "feedplus" (may be fake)
Reply-To: <newmysteryshopping@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, 15 Jul 2010 03:39:03 -0700
Subject: MYSTERY SHOPPING ! JOB OFFER !

Introduction
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Feedplus Secret Shopper is a venture that checks reputable companies performance and services,We are registered and established in America for a long while now,Feedplus Secret Shopper® is accepting applications from qualified individuals to become mystery shoppers. It's fun and rewarding, and you choose when and where you want to shop.There is no charge to become a shopper and you do not need previous experience. After you sign up,you will have access to training materials via e-mail, fax or postal mail.

One amongst many others pay for Secret Shoppers to shop in their establishments and report their experiences.On top of being paid for shopping you are also allowed to keep purchases for free. Secret Shopper® never charge fees to the shopper,training,tips for improvement, and shopping opportunities are provided free to registered shoppers.

Assignments Example
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Secret Shopper has available for immediate assignment an inspection of the customer service of any Wal-mart in your area. This fee will be paid upfront.During this shopping you will visit the location and make several observations as regards the customer service.

*You will be required to interact with the shop clerk.
*You may conduct the shop alone or as a couple.
*We will pay $300.00/ Assignment

Interested Shopper need to kindly fill Out the application form below and we will get back to you shortly with more information,and be advise that you need to be checking your mail at least once or twice everyday.If you fail to respond to any mail for more than 24 hrs you will miss your assignment.


First Name........Last Name
Street Address ...............
City, State, Zip Code ..........
Cell Phone Number .........
Home Phone Number .........
Age .........
Current Occupation .........
Alternate Email Address ...........

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