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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: ROBOTHASIN LOAN INVESTMENT <robothasinloaninvestment@hotmail.com>
Date: Tue, 03 Aug 2010 08:41:40 +0000
Subject:


Attn:
I am Dr Morrison Yeager. A reputable lender, legitimate and accredited by the
Government of this Country. We give out loans of all kinds in very quick and
easy way such as, personal loans, car loans, house loans, student loans,
business loans, investment loans, debt consolidation. e.t.c.
Obtain approval of a business or personal loans today and get funds within the
same week of application.
These personal loans can be approved regardless of your credit and
country, and
there are a lot of satisfied customers to back up this transaction. We give
loans at a very cheaper rate. This is our promise: The interest rates are
affordable at the rest of 3%. Treatment of this loan will last for a shorter
period of 2-4 business days. we give out loans ranging from a minimum of $
5,000.00 to a maximum of $ 50,000,000.00 (USD), Pounds, Euros.
We strive to leave a positive, lasting impression by exceeding the
expectations
of our customers in everything we do. Our goal is to treat with dignity and
respect while providing a high quality service in a timely manner.
No social security and requires no credit check required, 100% guaranteed.
So fill free to fill out the form and send it to us so we can start
working on it
LOAN APPLICATION FORM
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name:
Surname:
Contact:
City / Zip:
State
Gender:
Date of Birth (dd-mm-yy)
Loan Information
Quantity Required:
Purpose for loan:
Personal/ Business
Loan Terms and duration:
Monthly income:
Phone:
Fax:
Company Name:
Sincerely,
Dr Morrison Yeager





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