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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: "Steven Albert" (may be fake)
Reply-To: <mr.stevealbert01@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2019 08:04:29 -0100
Subject: Partnership Request


For your kind attention .

My name is Steven Albert, an investment Portfolio manager for Sub Saharan African Regions, We represent the interests of very wealthy individuals / consortium mainly from East and North Africa, seeking for individuals & corporate bodies with Financial Management know-hows on portfolio / fund managements and investment strategies, ranging through several fields and area of specialization. We tailor solutions specific to our clients' needs , In addition, we present bespoke investment strategies to our clients and represent their interests. We would often set up SPV mechanism to facilitate international trade and investments, Free movement of cash funds via the traditional orthodox means as I choose to work with the best set of companies and financial institutions.
The scope of my obligation is to create and fund investments opportunity , Thus, If you have the required management skills, credible and viable ongoing projects, existing business that requires expansions on any level, we would be delighted to Chanel most of the funds into a solid investment opportunity that you would present.

Further details shall be discussed on hearing back from you on the terms of agreement . A certain percentage of the funds shall be allotted to you for your kind co-operation and assistance, while the remaining will be for safe keeping and investment purposes for my client.
Due to the sensitivity of the position they hold in their country and the unstable environment politically, they would prefer to channel/move majority of accessible funds into more stable economies and developing nations for safe keeping. Once we are convinced on your capacity to handle these assets, we will then provide you with all necessary information including the unmentioned amount involved and establish a communication channel between you and the concerned parties responsible for funds disbursement.

Finally, you can reach me directly via the below mentioned email / phone line for more information drawing a brief introduction of yourself and business operations to enable us revert and act accordingly.

Sincerely yours,



Mr. Steven Albert
Director, Investment
For: Allied Investment & consulting Services,
Direct Email: mr.stevealbert01@gmail.com

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