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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: "lawilkinson" <lawilkinson@babbalu.com>
Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 10:48:45 -0500
Subject: Helo
Attention;
We may not have known each other nor have we met earlier,
but I believe we can be of great and mutual benefit to each
other. My approach to you on the below stated issue, is
borne out of respect, trust and credibility, I do hope you
will reciprocate this kind gesture.
I am Mr. Larue Wilkinson, an American attorney based in
Nigeria, the personal attorney to Chief {Mrs.} Stella
Obasanjo, herein after, referred to as my client, who until
her death was the wife of the president of The Federal
Republic of Nigeria.
My client passed on late last year, leaving in my possession
claims documents to the tune of fifteen Million United
States Dollars (USD15M). This said money was as a result of
an over invoiced contract with a foreign oil servicing firm
that had since been paid off, thus leaving the said balance
mentioned above, yet to be claimed as at date.
My reason for requesting for your assistance is for us to
lodge a claim through you to the Nigerian National petroleum
Corporation, requesting for the final payment of fifteen
Million United States Dollars (USD15M). which, shall be paid
to your nominated company account with you as the
beneficiary and shared according to a proposed sharing
pattern /ratio of 60:40 i.e. 60% for me and 40% for you.
I, am also in possession of all the documents that will be
required in making this claims. Also my connections within
the Central Bank of Nigeria I am sure will facilitate the
easier conclusion of this business within a legitimate
arrangement, eliminating any liability resulting from any
breach of the prevalent laws. However, let me make a point
clear to you, on no account shall this proposal be discussed
with a third party until we are able to secure these funds,
failure on your part will lead to termination of this
business transaction, and absolute denial on my own part.
I shall furnish you with every detail you may require once
you accept to co operate with me.
Your urgent response will be highly appreciated.
Thank you.
Best Regards,
Mr. . Larue Wilkinson
You may also reach me at lawilkinsonesq@yahoo.com
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