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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: "wright" (may be fake)
Reply-To: <wright.johnson@job4u.com>
Date: Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:27:30 -0700
Subject: Secret Shopper(R)

"We have a mystery shopping assignment in your area and we would like you to participate"

Secret Shopper(R) is accepting applications for qualified individuals to become
mystery shoppers.There is no charge to become a shopper and you do not need
previous experience. After you sign up,you will have access to training
materials via e-mail.

ABOUT US:
Secret Shopper(R) is the premier mystery shopping company, serving clients
across America and Canada with over 500,000 shoppers available and ready
to help businesses better serve their customers. Continual investment
in the latest internet and communication technologies coupled with over
16 years of know-how means working with Secret Shopper(R) is a satisfying
and rewarding experience.

Stores and organizations such as The Gap, Walmart, Pizza Hut, and Bank.
One amongst many others pay for Secret Shoppers to shop in their
establishments and report their experiences. On top of being paid for
shopping you are also allowed to keep purchases for free. Secret
Shopper(R) NEVER charge fees to the shopper. Training, tips for
improvement, and shopping opportunities are provided free to registered
shoppers.

You will be required to interact with the shop clerk.
You may conduct the shop alone or as a couple.
The assignment will pay $200.00/ Assignment.

Kindly Fill Out the application form below:

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

First Name.............................................
Middle Name.............................................
Last Name.............................................
Street Address(not p.o box) ............................
City.............................................
State.............................................
Zip Code .............................................
Cell Phone Number ......................................
Home Phone Number ......................................
Alternate Email Address ................................

AVAILABILITY:

Days/Hours Available

Monday .............................................
Tuesday .............................................
Wednesday .............................................
Thursday .............................................
Friday .............................................
Saturday .............................................
Sunday .............................................

Hours Available: from _______ to ______

If interested contact Wright.Johnson: wright.johnson@job4u.com
We look forward to working with you.

Sincerely,
Wright.Johnson.
Secret Shopper(R)


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