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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: Thulani Khumalo <amthulanikhu@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, 26 Nov 2017 22:02:11 -0800
Subject: INVESTMENT INQUIRY

Mr. Khumalo Savimbi

15 Dominic court

Church Street Bloemfontein

Johannesburg, South Africa

Dear Friend



As I stated above, my names are Khumalo Savimbi, the son of late, late Dr.
Jonas Savimbi. I and my mother are interested in relocating to your
country, and venturing our funds worth of US$50.Million USD, in your line
of business/Investment, and under your auspices.



All funds is for purchase of arms in South Africa, during the war, accrued
from the exchange/sales of precious stones. But since the war has ended, we
have decided to keep the funds for our mutual and personal purpose since
we in position, the funds are presently in the custody of a private
depository firm here in S Africa, as our immediate confirmation the war
ended while in still in South Africa.



The funds is in my control which is why I demand your urgent assistant to
transfer this money out of Republic of South Africa we felt in secure since
this funds are still here I am assuring you that this is 100% risk free,
Once I have your sincere confirmation to this effect the transaction will
take place right away and further details upon which we shall proceed will
be conveyed to you.



We can as well negotiate on percentage later on after we have agreed to
work together with trust and confidence, But first of all we need to know
you more, As things stands currently, I will sure you that the transaction
process have been in place awaiting further instruction upon which we shall
proceed. We need you to help us to invest this money in your country.



Get back to me with your direct contact no for more details and also how to
meet in person in-conclusion.

I wait your urgent response.



Best Regards.

Mr. khumalo Savimbi

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