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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: "Lee ABB" <lee@katsu.com.my>
Reply-To: mrsmabacha1919@yahoo.com
Date: Tue, 29 Jan 2013 23:19:12 +0800
Subject: Investment Proposal.

Hello,


I am writing this letter on a quick note request for a business / investment deal to be
handled by you in your country. I know your time is too valuable so without taking too
much of your precious time I will state the purpose of this letter. My apology I am
contacting you through email; it is because it serves as the fastest and more convenient
way to get to you. I’m in search of a strong business relationship and partner for
business / Investment project.

I got your email through a reliable source who assured me of your integrity and
reliability in handling this project for me. First, I need to seek your consent before I
proceed. This project involves a huge specific amount I cannot mention here for security
reasons but will tell you upon the receipt of your reply to this mail. Be rest assured
that the proposed investment fund is free from illegal activities.

If you feel you can have this handled or give a thought to this, kindly let me know, in
order for me to send you a complete comprehensive details of this transaction.

Regards,
Mrs. Mariam B. Abacha



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