419 scam: =?utf-8?B?TXJzIFN1c2FuIE1vcmdhbg==?= <wama230@gmail.com> =?utf-8?B?RnJvbSBNcnMgU3VzYW4gTW9yZ2Fu?=

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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:
- "dear friend" (a common phrase found in 419 scams)
- "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)
This email message is a "dying widow" scam.
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.
- suzymorgan360@gmail.com (Gmail/GoogleMail; can be used from anywhere worldwide)

Fraud email example:

From: =?utf-8?B?TXJzIFN1c2FuIE1vcmdhbg==?= <wama230@gmail.com>
Reply-To: suzymorgan2244@gmail.com
Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2021 06:02:28 -0800 (PST)
Subject: =?utf-8?B?RnJvbSBNcnMgU3VzYW4gTW9yZ2Fu?=

Dear Friend,

I am Susan Morgan from Portugal (Europe), lived in South Africa for 30years, and currently residing in the Netherlands, a widow to late Prof Engr. James Morgan. I am 67 years old and presently suffering from Leukemia (cancer)
My health condition has gotten worse and just two weeks ago my doctor informed me that my condition has reached a critical stage and that I have just 3 months left. This confirmation from my doctor was and still is devastating news; it is hard to know that you have just a little time left to live here.

My late husband was a contractor in both South Africa and the Netherlands, he died in a plane crash and during the period of our marriage, we could not bear any child. My late husband was very wealthy and after his death, I inherited all his businesses and wealth both in South Africa and Netherlands.

After the doctorâ€™s medical pronunciation that I have just a few months to live, I decided to divide my wealth to contribute to your country and Africa where my late husband as a contractor made lots of money. I want to assist you with the funds to do great charity works in your country, this is my last wish. I selected you after searching few websites; I prayed and was led to you. I am willing to donate the sum of Eight Million, Seven Hundred thousand United States Dollars (USD$8,700,000.00) to the less privileged through you.

The change of ownership will be Convey and Endorsed in your name before the entire funds can be released to your designated bank account of your choice within 48hrs (2 days) the procedures and how to receive these entire funds from my bank will be directed to you as soon as you get in touch with me shortly.

I have already mapped out 30% for your assistance, Also any expenses you incurred, I also set aside 5% for it, Which means that you are entitled to 35%, then the rest is for the project.

Lastly, I honestly pray that this money when transferred will be used for the said purpose even though I might be late then. I have come to find out that wealth is vanity and I made a promise to God that my wealth will be used to support the poor and assist the sick. Do let me know if you will be able to handle this fund and use it for the said purpose so that I will inform my attorney and my bank of my decision. Reply to me using this email. suzymorgan360@gmail.com
God bless you
Mrs.Susan Morgan

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