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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:
- "info@alz.org" (this email address has been used in a known scam)
This email message is a 419 scam. Please see our 419 FAQ for more details on such scams.

Fraud email example:

From:
Reply-To: Alzheimer's Association <info@alz.org>
Date: Mon, 10 Sep 2018 02:22:50 -0500
Subject: Hurry, get your purple journal before they're gone.

Receive our signature purple journal with your gift of $35 or more today.
http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=96zvADCnJXFS2VqbYoWegA

Alzheimer's Association - THE BRAINS BEHIND SAVING YOURS
http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=VpHevK7ZZ8TcVkR13NqKlg

We have a gift for you! Hurry, supplies are limited.
http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=rR7xD-ZEne-4cv31iOICAw

Dear Laura,

Alzheimer's is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States. To advance in our fight against this devastating disease, I'm counting on you.

http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=mRg1gSzBLbVqgpBrgZoyTg

When you make a gift of $35 or more today, you'll receive our signature purple journal. Great for jotting notes, writing lists and daily to-do items, our purple journal is also a wonderful way to show your support for everyone affected by Alzheimer's disease.

Give $35 or more today, and we'll send you our signature purple journal as a thank-you gift. Donate now.

http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=72DLs98uVfelPtR6x9JCjg

Laura, I'm counting on you to help further our mission to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

You support our work because you care about the people you love. You want to create a better future for yourself, your friends and your family.

To show our deep appreciation, we have a special gift reserved for you. But please don't delay, make your gift of $35 or more today. Supplies are limited and they're going fast.

http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=RZf0G801Qiy8SSScBPtG6Q

We can't end Alzheimer's without you.

Thank you,

Donna McCullough
Chief Development Officer

P.S. To receive your purple journal, make your gift of $35 or more today. And know that you are helping to end Alzheimer's. Thank you for your support.

http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=L67G6ctcaNokTXpmRVf7QQ

Forward to a friend:
http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=s8y2EdHTmCo9OD7Uith-tQ

Friend us on Facebook:
http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=l5gDliZCkv45Ccv4MnpojA

Follow us on Twitter:
http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=EaXHZvKqkFfvIoJ1N0avEQ

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Your donation will strengthen our efforts to advance Alzheimer's care, support and research. From face-to-face support to online education programs and promising global research initiatives, your gift makes a difference in the lives of all those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias in your community and across the world. Thank you for your continued support.

Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601

Â© 2018 Alzheimer's Association.
All rights reserved.
800.272.3900 | http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=vymH8PVLfFl_sUqckStuQA | Donate online now:

http://act.alz.org/site/R?i=oNWSnwH7CQ2dH8rR2cFFwg

Please add info@alz.org to your address book to ensure you receive all future emails.

View your email preferences or unsubscribe. https://act.alz.org/site/CO?i=JtrnegeqqrrEbZkQoiwN-wfVCC4NkMLE&cid=3121

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