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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: "SECRET SHOPPER" (may be fake)
Reply-To: <evaluation.team1@yahoo.cn>
Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 19:32:32 -0400
Subject: BECOME A MYSTERY SHOPPER TODAY!

We have a mystery shopping assignment.
Date: 31st August,2011
Email:(evaluation.team1@yahoo.cn)


"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. It's fun and rewarding, and you choose when and
where you want to shop. You are never obligated to accept an assignment.


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, fax or postal mail.


ABOUT US


Secret Shopper(R) is the premier mystery shopping company, serving clients
across America 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.


Secret shopping as seen on ABC NEWS, NBC NEWS, L.A.TIMES.
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. Mystery shoppers are either paid a
pre-arranged fee for a particular shop, a reimbursement for a purchase or a
combination of both.


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 and we will get back to you
shortly with the assignment to this email (evaluation.team1@yahoo.cn):


PERSONAL INFORMATION:


First Name:
Last Name:
Street Address:
City, State, Zip Code:
Cell Phone Number:
Home Phone Number:




AVAILABILITY:


Days/Hours Available


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


Hours Available: from _______ to ______


We await your urgent response.


Thank you for your help.


We look forward to working with you.


Sincerely,


Frank James
Secret Shopper(R)

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