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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.

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:

• An email address listed inside this email has been used in a known fraud before.
• The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
  • "dear friend" (a common phrase found in 419 scams)
• This email message is a 419 scam. Please see our 419 FAQ for more details on such scams.
  
• 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.
  • +2289058851 (Togo, probably a prepaid mobile phone)
• 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.
  • jonnesdave41@yahoo.co.in (email address has been used in a known fraud before)

Fraud email example:

From: dave eket <jonnesdave16@yahoo.co.in>
Date: Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:58:56 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: FOR INVESTMENT


Dear Friend

I am Dr Jonnes Dave, an investor from war torn
Sierra Lone. I wish to invest in a country with political stability
reliable, dependable infrastructure and Security of life and property , if
your company might be willing to assist me in my Investment . It may
interest you to know that I am ready and willing to invest into your
company or any good and profitable business that you may suggest. I am
willing to invest good money in United States Dollars, in a company with
potentials for growth and stability including your Company if your
byelaws allows for foreign investors. I will be very happy if this enquiry
receives urgent attention. You should mail your acceptance by sending to
me your profile with contact details. Hoping for a very success Business
with you.I do hope to hear from you soon. At : jonnesdave41@yahoo.co.in
You can reach me in my private number +228 9058851

Best Regards,

Dr Jonnes Dave.


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