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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:
- The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
- "fiduciary agent" (real lotteries do not use a "claim agent" / "fiduciary agent")
- "100% hitch free" (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.
- 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.
Fraud email example:
From: Humpe Abel <humpeabel@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, 16 Jun 2015 11:47:53 +0100
Subject: ATTENTION Director/Manager
Attn:Sir,
Permit me to introduce myself,i am Dr.Humphry Abel,Deputy Accountant
Director Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).
This is a deal i want you to assist us do for mutual benefits.there is
an over invoice of $33 million which is now with a fiduciary agent in
Europe.this is being done as we do not know our fate in the incoming
administration,though the inauguration have taken place.the deal is on
course and perfect.
All what we required from you is your acceptance as we know your
capacity to carry and maintain the sum.You will only be required to be
present in the designated country in Europe to see things for your
confirmation.
As soon as i hear from you,i avail more for your understanding and
ready to answer questions that you may ask for clarifications.
Remember to include your details.The deal is 100% hitch free.
Anticipating your urgent response.
Dr.Humphry Abel
Direct contact:+234-8055167156
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