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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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Fraud email example:

From: "Pastor JOSE" <joseada101@mixmail.com>
Date: Thu, 27 Oct 2005 19:42:10 -0400
Subject: Pastor JOSE


Dear Friend,

It is with Heavy Heart i am reaching you regarding the death of my late sister. I am Pastor JOSE ADA, the first cousine to late Nigerian president's wife,Stella Obasanjo.Who died in southern resort of Marbella,Malaga-Spain plastic surgery http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/4368806.stm

Prior to my Cousin's death (Stella Obasanjo), she kept aside a secret amount of money, for her only son(Olumuyiwa) worth over US$30,000,000.00(Thirty million United States Dollars).This was made in the heat of misunderstanding between her and wifes/members of Obansanjo family.The money was kept away in such a way to prevent any member of her Husbands family from having any access or trace to the funds, which was just a part of his wealth, this was like a gift to her only son.We have kept this a secret for sometime now and feel this is the right time to execute this transaction.The death of SISTER, left us stranded, I am therefore seeking for a genuine and reliable person or company of trust and with whom the OBANSANJO'S have never had any previous, personal or business relationship with.That person will assist in the transfer and business re-investment of this money.

We cannot do it alone due to our present state of Shock/mourning. We also intend to give you a reasonable share of the funds for your assistance. These funds have been hidden away, known only to her son and myself. We would want you to safeguard this fund from being clamped down by other members of the family or agencies.This young man has not fully recovered from the trauma of his late mother’s death. I pray that the good Lord would use you to help him get back to normal life.
As soon as I receive your letter of acceptance/acknowledgement, I shall give you more highlights on this transaction.

THIS IS A RISK FREE TRANSACTION AND MUST NOT BE REVILED TO ANYONE NOT EVEN YOUR LAWYER, ATTORNEY, FAMILY, FRIENDS ETC. If you are capable and trust worthy and can keep to our instructions to make the above Proposal a reality. DO INDICATE YOUR PERSONAL EMAIL, TELEPHONE AND FAX NUMBERS.

In His Vineyard,

Pastor JOSE

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