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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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Fraud email example:

From: "Sir Frank" <cruiz@cybercable.net.mx>
Reply-To: fredakanu@coolsite.net
Date: Mon, 03 Nov 2014 02:25:11 -0800
Subject: From Mr Akanu.

Hello Dear,




I need your services in a confidential matter regarding consignment (fund) out of a family beneficiary deposit, this requires a private and confidential arrangement.




You will receive these funds under legal claims; all legal documents will be carefully worked out to ensure a risk free transfer. Moreso, I am willing to ceede 30% of the total sum of funds to you at the end of this deal for your co-operation and assistance.




I have all the details relating to the funds including origin of funds, documents that would cover the funds, the funds in question are quite large (US$56.8M). I will expect a straight answer from you. If you are willing to assist, kindly furnish me with your personal information which must include your direct cell phone and fax number, your address and company name.




Please get back to me with your response through my personal E-mail: fredakanu@coolsite.net as soon as possible.




Thanks as I expect to hear from you.



Best regards.



Fred Akanu.

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