419 scam: Atm Card <consultance@globomail.com> YOUR ATM CARD secret code (8387 ATM CARD).

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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:

This email uses a separate reply address that is different from the sender address. Spammers use this to get replies even when the original spam sending accounts have been shut down. Also, sometimes the sender addresses are legitimate looking but fake and only the reply address is actually an email account controlled by the scammers.
The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
- "western union" (this will cost you money - be careful with upfront payments to anyone you only know through email, especially if they promise you a lot of money. NEVER send money by Western Union or MoneyGram to people you do not know personally - NO EXCEPTIONS! Instant wire transfer services are not meant to be used with strangers because they offer no protection against fraud. That is precisely why the criminals want you send money that way. )
- "moneygram" (this will cost you money - be careful with upfront payments to anyone you only know through email, especially if they promise you a lot of money. NEVER send money by Western Union or MoneyGram to people you do not know personally - NO EXCEPTIONS! Instant wire transfer services are not meant to be used with strangers because they offer no protection against fraud. That is precisely why the criminals want you send money that way. )
- "mtcn" (this will cost you money - be careful with upfront payments to anyone you only know through email, especially if they promise you a lot of money. NEVER send money by Western Union or MoneyGram to people you do not know personally - NO EXCEPTIONS! Instant wire transfer services are not meant to be used with strangers because they offer no protection against fraud. That is precisely why the criminals want you send money that way. )
- "atm_swiftcard@superposta.com" (this email address looks like addresses used in "ATM SWIFT card" scams)
This email message is a 419 scam. Please see our 419 FAQ for more details on such scams.
Western Union money transfer is completely untraceable and therefore is *not* safe to use with anyone you do not know personally. It is the preferred method of online criminals to collect money from their victims.
MoneyGram money transfer is completely untraceable and therefore is *not* safe to use with anyone you do not know personally. Along with Western Union it is a preferred method of online criminals to collect money from their victims.
This email lists mobile phone numbers. Use of such numbers is typical for scams because they allow criminals to conceal their true location. They can receive calls in an Internet cafe from where they send you emails, while pretending to be in some office.
- +22998909616 (Benin, probably a prepaid mobile phone)
This email lists free webmail addresses. Use of such addresses is typical for scams. Lotteries, banks and any but the smallest of companies do not normally use such addresses. Criminals use them to anonymously send and receive email at Internet cafes.
- atm_swiftcard@superposta.com (Superposta; can be used from anywhere worldwide)

Fraud email example:

From: Atm Card <consultance@globomail.com>
Reply-To: atm_swiftcard@superposta.com
Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 05:03:02 +0800 (SGT)
Subject: YOUR ATM CARD secret code (8387 ATM CARD).

YOUR ATM CARD secret code (8387 ATM CARD).
This is to acknowledge the receipt of the order from the Federal Ministry Of Finance, in respect with the provision act of decree 114 of the 1999 constitution; I am directed to inform you that your payment verification and confirmations is correct. Therefore, we are happy to inform you that arrangements have been concluded to effect your payment as soon as possible and in our bid to transparent,the president through ministry of finance federal rep.of benin have revoked your payment via western union or moneygram due to numerious corruptions inherent in their transactions.Alot of complaint have have reached the presidency concerning extortions of fees after fees by western union and moneygram agent in this country hence all oustanding foreign payment is entrusted via atm card payment.Also,there is noway you can be going to western union or moneygram office everyday to pick-up money because its suspiciuos so anybody that tells you you will receive huge
ammount via w/u or moneygram is a liar.
It is my pleasure to inform you that ATM Card Number; 8427 6658 0204 3993 have been approved in your favor. Your Personal Identification Number is 1960. The ATM Card Value is $950,000 THOUSAND USD Only. You are advised that a maximum withdrawal value of $7,000.00 USD is permitted on withdrawal per Day and we are duly Inter Switch and you can make withdrawal in any Inter Switch location and ATM Center of your choice. As stated in Mr. Mueller's Email to you the delivery charges is only $89 As soon as payment is confirmed we shall immediately dispatch your package and email you with the UPS tracking numbers so as for you to be able to track your package online and know when to be at your home to receive it. Please be informed that the ATM card and the pin would be enclosed in the envelope and you can make withdrawals from the moment you receive the package. You will have to make the payment of $89 available to this office using Western union money
transfer with the name of our secretary's information's as stated below.
Receiver's Name: Mr.okonkwo chrisAddress: 3 Mgr Isidore de Souza 41 Blvd Du Mongo Benin Republic City:Cotonue State: PortonovoCountry: Benin RepublicTest Question: Favourite colourAnswer: BlueAmount: $89MTCN:--------------------

Also,do try to send the charge and email the mtcn together with your delivery address for confirmation to avoid wrong delivery:
As soon as payment is made do send an email with the 10-Digit MTCN numbers together with your delivery details as outlined above so that we can proceed with dispatching of your package without wasting time.
Be rest assured that your $89 is the only payment you will have to make for the delivery of the ATM card and nothing more.below is our contact office,Looking forward to hearing from you.
Kindest Regards,
Thanks as we wait to hear from you.
Mr. Uba Jamessecret code (8387 ATM CARD).Email: ( atm_swiftcard@superposta.com )PHONE NUMBERS +229 98909616

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