419 scam: DIAMOND BASE BANK <p73542l@gmail.com> beneficiary to receive the total sum of $1,900.000.00 USD

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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:
- "account opening" (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. )
- "hundred thousand united states dollars" (they want you to be blinded by the prospect of quick money, but the only money that ever changes hands in 419 scams is from you to the criminals)
- "00,000.00" (they want you to be blinded by the prospect of quick money, but the only money that ever changes hands in 419 scams is from you to the criminals)
- "foreign remittance department" (Banks mentioned in 419 scams are always fake (real banks don't communicate using mobile phones or free webmail addresses))
- "cotonou" (a location commonly mentioned 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.
- +22998786404 (Benin, probably a prepaid mobile phone)

Fraud email example:

From: DIAMOND BASE BANK <p73542l@gmail.com>
Reply-To: DIAMOND BASE BANK <diamondbasebank@126.com>
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 10:12:19 +0900 (JST)
Subject: beneficiary to receive the total sum of $1,900.000.00 USD

Diamond Base Bank (D.B.B)
6, Sansad Marg,
Cotonou -110 001.
Regional Director : Dr. Bob Laurent
Phone: +229 98786404
Reference Number: 28961-85A14-C4861
Funding Method: Transfer
Amount: $1,900,000.00 USD
Our Ref: RBI770/49/2013.

Respected Customer ,

Welcome to Diamond Base Bank. We are socially responsible organization, providing banking and membership services to individuals, companies, trade unions, charities, credit unions and membership organization sectors. We listen to and understand what our customers want and have developed a service which offers a wide range of benefits.

At Diamond Base Bank, our aim is to make a real difference to people's lives. Your privacy are of utmost importance to us. We take many steps to protect your information ranging from secured networks designed to prevent unauthorized activity through to advanced use of encryption technology. we spend time getting to know your organization; gaining a thorough understanding of your needs, aims and plans for the future. Only then can we work closely with you, ensuring that you enjoy all the support and assistance you need - every step of the way.

One of our key objectives is to provide value for money banking for all of our customers. That means delivering a wide range of services that can be tailored to your exact needs, including the smooth transfer of your banking to Diamond Base Bank In regards setting up an Online bank account with us, Your details has been forwarded to us earlier by Mr. Charles Francis Feeney, declaring you as a beneficiary to receive the total sum of $1,900.000.00 USD (One Million Nine Hundred Thousand United States Dollars).

Sequel to your information recorded on file and in accordance to the Benin Securities and Stock Market State Commission(SSMSC) rules and regulations on operational banking policy on foreign transfer of large amount of money emanated proceeds; be informed that you are advised of this very need for you to setup a Non Resident Account with DB Bank which will be responsible for clearing of your funds here in West Africa before the funds in cash can be transferred from your account in your name with DB bank to any bank account of your choice, you are required to choose from the under listed options, the most suitable account type to you:

Diamond Base Bank offers two types of Non Resident account which are operational by non resident of Benin:

- Non Resident Savings Account
- Non Resident Current Account ( Checking Account )

The below listed documents are required in setting up a Non Resident Account:

* A valid and current Copy of your Identification (if any) passport or other acceptable ID (the page with photo and signature)
* Receipt of Initial Deposit
* Completed Account Opening Application Form.
Features of the various accounts:

Non-Resident Savings Account-
Eligibility Criteria for Non-Resident Savings Account:

* This account can be opened Single and requires an initial deposit of $250 United States Dollars
* 6% interest rate per annual
* The minimum average quarterly balance requirement for your Current Account is $660.05 USD
* No minimum withdrawal fee
* Withdrawal is limited to $150, USD daily

Once set up is completed savings account available balance will be: $185 USD

Non-Resident Current Account ( Checking Account ) -
Eligibility Criteria for Non-Resident Current Account:

* This account can be opened Single or Jointly and requires an initial deposit of $1,320:09 United States Dollars
* This Account is only available to the following Individuals / Sole Proprietorship / Partnerships / Associations / Companies-Private & Public Ltd. / Societies / Trusts
* 10% interest rate per annual
* The minimum average quarterly balance requirement for your Current Account is $485 USD
* No minimum withdrawal fee
* Unlimited daily withdrawal
* Maximum funds transfer is unlimited daily
* Multi Currency transaction is allowed

Once set up is completed savings account available balance: $1500 USD

*NOTE: If you do not wish to set up an account, ATM Card can be mailed to you, you will be responsible for the courier charges of $300usd only.

We guarantee that the transaction will be executed under a legitimate arrangement that will protect you from any breach of law. Due to the fact that the fund is donation claims valued $1,900.000.00 USD, there should be a supportive clearance from the Ministry of Finance Benin before the commencement of the wire transfer. Please view the above procedures very carefully and revert back at your earlier convenience for us to move forward.
THANKS AND REGARDS,

BOARD OF FOREIGN REMITTANCE DEPARTMENT/FUND TRANSFER DEPARTMENT OF DIAMOND BASE BANK.

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