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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: Craig <bnandi@sabotronic.co.rs> (may be fake)
Reply-To: bankpaymentdata@gmail.com
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2015 22:08:15 +0100
Subject: Note that...


Good Morning,

This is to inform you about the latest arrangement in releasing your fund
to you today because for three months we have been arranging with the
monetary authorities in conjunction with the United Nation for you with
;Ref;NUMBERS 00099935/UN/IMF/7535/2015 to receive your over stayed fund and
have a happy in life.

We want you to read the below condition associated with the use of the
Digital River Visa Electron Card, the payment card will be issued and
delivered to you once you direct the required fee for the delivery of the
ATM CARD to your destination.

The Digital River Visa Electron Card will allow you to receive money
quickly, securely and conveniently in a way never before possible.


Benefits of the Digital River Visa Electron Card include:

1- Use your Virtual Visa number to make online purchases wherever Visa is
accepted.

2- Use your Visa Electron Card to make purchases at select Visa merchant
terminals.

3- Send and receive funds instantly and easily to and from other e Passport
account holders.

4- No need to have a bank account to receive money.

5- Very fast payment option, usually faster than a wire transfer!

6- Less expensive than a wire transfer in most cases.

7- Your money is securely deposited in a US Dollar account until you
withdraw it.

8- Real time online access to your account balance and transaction history.

9- A personalized Visa Electron card with your embossed name.

10- Secure access to your money!


However, Kindly take note that the Federal High Court has stated that you
have to pay US$130 dollars for their banking release processing fee which
you have to try and send to their payment authority for the package to be
delivered to you immediately once you send the needed fee and your contact
information as stated to you below.

Obviously, payment release Certificates and Shipment Airway Bill added with
copy of your ATM card, Meanwhile bear in mind that the delivery will be
arriving today dated 20th of Nov 2015. the Delivery Tracking Number will be
Released to you once the fee of US$130 is acknowledged so that the Court
will Approve the delivery.

SEND THE US$130 DOLLARS TO THE REPRESENTING OFFICER.

RECEIVER'S NAME:LATONIA MCNEALY
ADDRESS: FLORIDA USA
M.T.C.N#
SENDER'S NAME:
SENDER'S ADDRESS:

Finally, You are advise to reconfirm your address where Courier service
will dispatch your ATM Card to you within 12hrs.We Have Been Mandated By
The ECO-WAS Parliament To Issue Out $10.5 Million As Part Payment For This
year 2015. Also For Your Information, You Have To Stop Any Further
Communication With Any Other Person(S) Or Office(S) To Avoid Any Hitches In
Receiving Your Payment.

1. Your full Name:
2. Delivery Address:
3. Your direct Tel, Cell:
4. A copy of your ID or ID numbers for Identification:
5. Nearest Airport:

Note: Your Name will Address will be placed on the documents after the $130
is received today and the Tracking information will be given to you as the
right beneficiary.


CONGRATULATIONS. Please The Bank Wait For Your urgent Response with the
payment information of the $130 which is the only fee to pay. Any
additional fees (such as for a replacement of a lost card) are completely
outlined in the Terms and Conditions you will receive when you request the
card.

Frequently Asked Questions.


Q: Do I need a bank account to use the card?
A: No - you do not need a bank account to use the card. All you need
is a payment card and access to an ATM machine to receive your money.

Q: Do I need to submit any documentation to apply for a card?
A: No......

Q: What currency will I receive my money in?
A: You will receive your money in the currency that the ATM machine
provides, which is generally the currency of the country that the ATM
machine is located in. When you make your withdrawal, the amount you
withdraw will be converted into the ATM's currency at very competitive
exchange rate.


Q: Will the ATM card work in my country?
A: Yes - the ATM card will work in almost every country in the world.



Q: Can I use my card for credit card purchases?
A: YES - Your Visa Electron Card can also be used for point-of-sale
transactions at select Visa merchant terminals worldwide.

Q: Can I get a second card for my spouse, relative or friend?
A: Only one card can be issued per individual.
Q: What happens if I do not withdraw my money right away?

A: Nothing - you are not required to withdraw all or any of your money
immediately. You can let your money remain in your account
indefinitely. Your account balance will be securely held (in US Dollars)
until you decide to withdraw it.

Q: What if I decide later that I no longer want to receive payments through
the payment card?

A: No problem - just change your payment option in your account and you can
begin to receive payments through another option. You can keep
your card so you can still access any remaining money in your account or if
you decide to use the Visa Electron Card payment option again in
the future.


Q: Will my Visa Electron Card expire?


A: For security reasons, your Visa Electron Card will automatically expire
on the date printed on the card. This date is 2 years from the
time the card is issued. Before your card expires, a new card will be sent
to you with a new expiration date.

Q: How do I access my balance online, change my card's PIN or view my
transaction history?

A: You will be provided with a special URL in the documentation with your
card where you can login to view your transactions, print your
statements, and change your PIN.

We hope you have digested every explanation associated with the use of the
ATM CARD, In that regard we are expecting your earlier payment
response to enable us issued and deliver your payment CARD without much
delay.

CONTACT EMAIL.MRS LATONIA FOR THE TRACKING NUMBER
latonia.mcnealy@yahoo.com
TELEPHONE.+2347057742514
Mr Mark Joel

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