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"419" Scam – Advance Fee / Fake Lottery Scam

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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.

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• The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
  • "lagos" (a location commonly mentioned in 419 scams)
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Fraud email example:

From: "okeynwosu@terra.es" <okeynwosu@terra.es>
Date: Fri, 15 Sep 2006 19:11:48 +0200 (MEST)
Subject: FIRST INLAND BANK PLC. PLS GET BACK TO ME FAST



FROM: MR. OKEY NWOSU
First Inland Bank Plc.
Victoria Island Lagos Nigeria.

ATTN: FRIEND

Yes, indeed I'll appreciate reading your prompt response to my business proposal. To start with, I want you to understand that this venture is a deal that requires utmost diligence and prompt response to message and calls. All I need most from you for the successful execution of this deal, is your Honesty, Trustworthiness and Complete Sincerity in all doings as related to this project. I hereby give you the assurance of prompt and smooth success in this transaction once you follow all my instructions diligently.

Further to that, I want you to know that I am a religious man and a Good Believer in Christ Jesus and as well has a long time built Honour and Integrity which I CANNOT engage myself in anything capable of tarnishing my built Honour. Mind you that I have been into foreign deals of different nature for several years and I know how they are executed as what matters most, is the ASSURANCE of Prompt Success which is 100% certain in this project.

With my position and stand in this Bank, I will do everything possible to ensure that you successfully receive this said Funds in your designated Bank account once you follow and work with my advise. I will ensure that necessary/ Vital Documents relating to this venture are successfully procured in your name which will enhance the easy and fast Remittance of the Funds into your Bank Account. I have noted you are also and aged man like me and therefore I'll want us to do everything with maturity and good wisdom for success.

My Dearest Friend, I want you to understand that GOD has not brought this venture our way to waste our time rather to Glorify His name in our Lives. He has brought this venture our way to make the both of us smile in Life. It is now our own obligation to utilize this wonderful opportunity. Follow my instructions diligently and keep your Fingers crossed as I assure you that you will be amazed to have this Fund (US$33,500,000) confirmed in your Bank Account within five (5) working days. Please write me back with your complete personal information/ details immediately after reading this message for better move towards effective success. You can give me a call urgently for better discussion.

I am waiting your urgent email response and as well your telephone call for better discussion.

Your LOVING Brother,

Okey





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