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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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Some comments by the Scam-O-Matic about the following email:

• This email message is a 419 scam. Please see our 419 FAQ for more details on such scams.
  
• Western Union money transfer is completely untraceable and therefore is *not* safe to use with anyone you do not know personally. It is the preferred method of online criminals to collect money from their victims.
• This email lists mobile phone numbers. Use of such numbers is typical for scams because they allow criminals to conceal their true location. They can receive calls in an Internet cafe from where they send you emails, while pretending to be in some office.
  • +447040106311 (UK, redirects to a mobile phone in another country)
• 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.
  • 6311morganmorebridge4@excite.com

Fraud email example:

From: "morgan" <morganmorebridge@myway.com>
Date: Fri, 13 Oct 2006 08:24:23 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: Collect Money----Get Paid Cash Daily via Western Union or Wire payments!!!


Collect Money----Get Paid Cash Daily via Western Union or Wire payments!!!This is a real business opportunity for anyone with a flexible schedule and transportation. I need collection agents for my international import / export business. This is a real second income opportunity. Great for work at home moms and dads! Hours vary between 2-10 hours a week. Depends on our need in your area. Everyone who is accepted will be given trial assignments. Once you have proven that you enjoy the work and want to continue the volume of collections and amount you can earn will increase gradually. Once you are accepted we will have our clients pay you on our behalf. You will pick up payments for for the company nearly every day per our instructions. You will keep 10% of all collections as your commission for your work. The balance will be sent to our suppliers per our instrctions to you. Requirements: 1. Honesty and Integrity--You are handling company funds. 2. Flexibility and Commitment.
You need to be available when needed. 3. Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions. 4. Transportation to Pick up Payments and make Payment to Suppliers. 5. Available 7 days a week if needed. 6. Must have computer with internet access. 7. Must be able to communicate via email and on the phone in English. Income potential up to $500 a week or more once you have proven you are a trustworthy representative who can handle your assignments in a timely manner. If you are interested send an email explaining your qualifications and why you think this second income opportunity is right for you. NAME:Morgan Morebridge.Email: morganmorebridge4@excite.comHurry! We have several openings world-wide and will fill these positions in the next seven days. Every email will be answered. Following a phone interview, if you are accepted, you must be ready to work immediately. Note this is not a salaried position with benefits. Your 10% commission is your pay. The volume of collections
determins your earnings. Your earning potential is based on performance. We do not discriminate on race, color or religion. If you have a good work ethic you will do well with our company. Thank you, Morgan Morebridge.VP Human Relations International Division +44 704 010 6311morganmorebridge4@excite.com

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