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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: Bill Clinton <billclintonloanfirm@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, 22 Aug 2014 15:55:35 -0700
Subject: LOAN OFFER

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Hello,

For better introduction, I'm Mr.George William a private lender i give
loans at 3% interest. This is a financial opportunity at your door
step, apply today and get your loan fast. There are many out there
looking for financial opportunity or assistance throughout the places
and yet still not able to get one. But this is a economic opportunity
your door step and, as such, you can't afford to miss this
opportunity. This service is paid to the two individuals, companies,
business men and women. The loan amount available range of any amount
of your choice for more information contact us via email:
georgewilliamloancompany@gmail.com

FIRST INFORMATION NEEDED

Full Name ....................................
Personal phone number ............................
Country ...........................................
Address ......................................
State ..............................
Age .............................................
Gender.....................................
Have you applied before? .......................
Status .................................
Loan amount needed .....................................
Loan Duration .................................
Occupation ....................................
Monthly income .............................

Gladly await your prompt response,
Best regards,
Mr.George William

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