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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: "TONYA HINK" (may be fake)
Reply-To: <secretaryoffice000011@secretary.net>
Date: Wed, 5 Oct 2016 05:50:07 -0300
Subject: Re: EARN EXTRA $500 WEEKLY BY PUTING OUR STICKER ON YOUR CAR,TRUCK

Hello,
 
We are currently seeking to employ individual’s world wide. How would
you like to make money by simply driving your Car,Truck or Bike
advertising for Neon Energy Drink.
 
How it works?
 
Here’s the basic premise of the "paid to drive" concept: Neon Energy
Drink.. seeks people -- regular citizens,professional drivers to go
about their normal routine as they usually do, only with a big advert
for " Neon Energy Drink.." plastered on your car, Trucks or lorry.The
ads are typically vinyl decals, also known as "Auto Wraps" that almost
seem to be painted on the vehicle, and which will cover any portion of
your car's exterior surface.
 
What does the company get out of this type of ad strategy? Lots of
exposure and awareness. The auto wraps tend to be
colorful,eye-catching and attract lots of attention. Plus, it's a form
of advertising with a captive audience,meaning people who are stuck in
traffic can't avoid seeing the wrapped car alongside them.This program
will last for 6 months and the minimum you can participate is 3
months.
 
You will be compensated with $500 per week which is essentially a
"Rental" payment for letting our company use the space no fee is
required from you, Neon Energy Drink.. shall provide experts that
would handle the advert placing on your car. You will receive an up
front payment of $500 inform of check via courier service for
accepting to carry this advert on your Car,Truck or Bike.
It is very easy and simple , no application fees required contact
email along with the following if you are interested in these offer.
 
Full Name:
Physical Address:
City:
State:
Zip code:
Age:
Make of car/ year:
Exterior Color of Car:
Occupation:
Telephone # Cell:
Single Or Married:
Email Address:
Do you have a driver's license? YES
 
We will contact you immediately we receive this information.
 
Hiring Manager
TONYA HINK

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