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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: (sent from abused email account)
Reply-To: old_mutual2@aol.com
Date: Mon, 4 May 2015 02:23:09 -0500
Subject: OLDMUTUAL FINANCIAL SERVICES




OLDMUTUAL FINANCIAL SERVICES
For over 168 years, we have provided financial shelter and nourishment to
people and businesses. Oldmutual South Africa aims to serve all sectors of
the South African economy and elements of the African economy by providing
products and services that are appropriate, affordable and accessible.
Oldmutual Financial Services is committed to providing personal loans,
Business Loans, Car Loans and debt consolidation for only 5% per annum,
products that enable the responsible use of credit as part of a structured
financial plan. Too many South Africans fall prey to loan sharks. The loans
they get from these unscrupulous lenders aren't designed around their
situations and have high repayments.
Old Mutual Finance's loans are made to suit each individual's financial
needs, helping them to achieve financial freedom and escape the trap of bad
debt.
Our flagship product, MY MONEY PLAN allows you to consolidate debt, combine
all your debt into one loan plan and pay a lower installment. It also helps
you reduce your finance charges and increase your available cash. Speak to
us to find the loan that is right for you
WHY CHOOSE OLD MUTUAL FINANCIAL SERVICE?
• Super-fast Loan assessment and approval (within 24hours). With
reduced paper work and Less than 12hours for OLD MUTUAL POLICY HOLDER.
• First month repayment not due until a month after borrower’s account
has been credited.
• Fixed Monthly Repayment Installments.
• Lower interest than standard unsecured personal loan (5.0% P.A).
• No security needed.
Non Old Mutual Policy Holders can also APPLY.
No limitation or Restriction on Loan Sum.

To benefit from our tremendous New Year offer, contact us with your details:
Full Name, ID Number, Phone Number and Monthly Income via email:
old_mutual2@aol.com
Our consultants will be waiting to guide you through the Loan Process and
response to your inquiries.
Call us NOW on +27 62 0783751
On behalf of all of us at Old Mutual, we wish you a Happy Easter.
Cheers!
Marketing & Sales Team
For: MANAGEMENT
OLD MUTUAL FINANCIAL SERVICE

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