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"419" Scam – Advance Fee / Fake Lottery Scam

The so-called "419" scam is a type of fraud dominated by criminals from Nigeria and other countries in Africa. Victims of the scam are promised a large amount of money, such as a lottery prize, inheritance, money sitting in some bank account, etc.

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.

Keep in mind that scammers DO NOT use their real names when defrauding people.
The criminals either abuse names of real people or companies or invent names or addresses.
Any real people or companies mentioned below have NO CONNECTION to the scammers!

Read more about such scams here or in our 419 FAQ. Use the Scam-O-Matic to verify suspect emails.

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Fraud email example:

From: "Rachel L." <openbiz2all@gmail.com> (may be fake)
Date: Fri, 30 May 2008 15:38:09 -0700
Subject: Do you have $30? Join Now and Unleash your Income Potential!

Friend,


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>> http://viralurl.com/longtermresidual/Unleash-Your-Health--Income-Potential-/

There are many reasons to be excited about the opportunity. The products, the system , the 7 year track record, 4x5 forced matrix and of course the 75% - 100% payout of the compensation plan.

Would a FREE Automated System that not only does the selling and the training of your members, but also placed paid members into your business... before you even lift a finger... catch your interest?

The compensation plan offers the lowest qualifier in the industry while paying out the highest commissions levels in the industry and they are currently doing business in over 50 countries!

1. Earn up to 100% 'Actual' Payout'!
2. 60% Fast Start Bonus... puts you in profit fast!
3. Low Start-Up Cost... as low as $30.00!
4. 4X5 Forced Matrix With A $28,000.00+ Monthly Potential Payout!
5. FULL Compression of Matrix Monthly For Maximum Payout!
6. Re-Entry on your 4th Level... earn multiple $21,000 Monthly Residual Checks!
7. Retailers Earn 150%... buy bulk and save, save, save!
8. No Group Volume Requirements- No CV, BV, GV or other unfair terms.
9. Straight Dollar Amount Payout... 'Actual' Payout figured on the dollar.
10. Earn on first 3 levels without sponsoring anyone.

Enjoy a Generous Car Bonus!

>> http://viralurl.com/longtermresidual/Unleash-Your-Health--Income-Potential-/

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Rachel L.
openbiz2all@gmail.com
Affiliate Marketer

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