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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: Dim Deng <mariamcook64@gmail.com>
Reply-To: missmariam.dimdeng1@fastservice.com
Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:23:47 +0000
Subject: Please save my life for the sake of God

Please save my life for the sake of God

How are you today and your family, I am a citizen of Sudan but
currently staying in Burkina Faso. My name is Miss Mariam Dim Deng,
26years old originated from Sudan. I got your E-mail address/profile
through my internet search from your country when I was searching for
a good and trust worthy person who will be my friend and I believe
that it is better we get to know each other better and trust each
other because I believe any good relationship will only last if it is
built on truth and real love.My father Dr. Dominic Dim Deng was the
former Minister for SPLA Affair sand Special Adviser to President
Salva Kiir of South Sudan for Decentralization.
My father Dr. Dominic Dim Deng and my mother including other top
Military officers and top government officials had been on board when
the plane crashed on Friday May 02, 2008. You can read more about the
crash through the below site:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7380412.stm
After the burial of my father, my uncles conspired and sold my
father’s properties to a Chinese Expatriate and left nothing for me.

On a faithful morning, I opened my fathers briefcase and found out the
documents which he have deposited huge amount of money in one of the
banks in Burkina Faso with my name as the next of kin. I traveled to
Burkina Faso to withdraw the money so that I can start a better life
and take care of myself.
On my arrival, the Branch manager of the Bank whom I met in person
told me that my fathers instruction to the bank was that the money
should release to me only when I am married or if I present a trustee
who will help me and invest the money overseas. I have chosen to
contact you after my prayers and I believe that you will not betray my
trust.
But rather take me as your own sister. Though you may wonder why I so
soon revealed myself to you without knowing you, well, I am convinced
that you are the true person to help me.

More so, I will like to disclose much to you if you can help me to
relocate to your country because my uncle has threatened to
assassinate me. The amount is $10.4 Million with some kilo of gold
and I have confirmed from the finance security bank in Burkina Faso
where the gold is deposited. You will also help me to place the money
in a more profitable business venture in your Country. However, you
will help by recommending a nice University in your country so that I
can complete my studies.
It is my intention to compensate you with 30% of the total money for
your services and the balance shall be my capital for establishment.
As soon as I receive your interest in helping me, I will put things
into action immediately. In the light of the above, I expect an urgent
reply indicating your ability and willingness to help me.


Sincerely yours,
Miss Mariam Dim DENG

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