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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: RECRUITMENT EXPERT <recruiting@btrecruit.com>
Reply-To: btrecruitmentagency@gmail.com
Date: Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:58:54 -0300
Subject: RECRUITING NOW

Attn:

This is from the Human Resource Department of BT INC. UK and we are currently offering training and Job offer vacancies for expatriates and other clients here in UK. We are in search of Qualified Project / Logistics Managers, IT Managers, security personnels, linguists, translators, English Teachers, Engineers and other disciplines of both fresh graduates and experienced skilled workers who will offer services to us and our clients across The UK. We assume that your services will contribute immensely towards achieving our desired objectives.

Most of our clients come from different backgrounds and cultures, so we are in need of internationally qualified persons of diverse cultural background to work with us.

Basic requirements:
- Fluent in both written and spoken English.
- Ability to work well in a team.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a multi-cultural environment.
- Computer literate (MS Word, Internet etc).
- Responsible person.

Please note that this position attracts a monthly allowance of between 1000GBP - 9500GBP and other benefits which includes accommodations (furnished) with an internet ready computer, a vehicle at your disposal if you can operate on UK roads. Salaries are known after evaluation and verification of your Resume and credentials by the BT Board Members. Also applicants should be willing to relocate. You are to forward your updated resume and educational certificates as soon as possible for verification and evaluation. Kindly forward your detailed resume and certificates for immediate attention. Be informed that we process entry visas and work permit for successful applicants who are from countries that are not in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland.


Mrs. Lisabeth Ray (Ph.D)
Human Resource Department,
BT Inc. UK
btrecruitmentagency@gmail.com
 
BT Inc UK HUMAN RESOURCE DEPT. AB Circular 200 Disclosure. To ensure compliance with requirements imposed by the AB, please be informed that: To the extent that this communication and any attachments contain any federal tax advice, such advice is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of avoiding penalties that may be imposed under the Internal Revenue Code or promoting, marketing, or recommending to another person any transaction, arrangement or matter addressed herein. ************************* PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL****************** ******* This electronic message transmission contains information from BT INC UK which is privileged, confidential or otherwise the exclusive property of the intended recipient. This information is intended for the use of the individual or entity that is the intended recipient. If you are not the designated recipient, please be aware that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this electronic transmission in error, please notify by email and promptly destroy the original transmission. Thank you for your assistance




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