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

Fraud email example:

From: "ITOCHU Corporation Japan." <info@itochu.co.jp>
Reply-To: chenguandesk@aol.com
Date: Tue, 1 Jun 2010 23:08:03 +0300 (EEST)
Subject: PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU.

ITOCHU Corporation Japan.
2-1-1493 Mita, Minota-Ku
Tokyo 108-0073,
Japan.





Dear Sir or Madam,

This is a real business opportunity for anyone (within the USA, CANADA,
UNITED KINGDOM) with a flexible schedule and transportation at the
extreme. I need collection agents for our company. This is a real second
income opportunity 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 and you
will pick up payments 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 instructions 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.

8. Income potential up to $35000 a month 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.


9. If you have a bank account with any of customer friendly banks in the
US or Canada, as well as PayPal account, it will be an added advantage.



Hurry! We have several openings worldwide 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 determines 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.

If Interested Reply Back For More Details On How To Proceed.

Thank you,

Mr. Goodluck Chan.
Personal Manager ITOCHU Corporation Japan.






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