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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:
- The following phrases in this message should put you on alert:
- "vonarxandpartners@proton.me" (this email address has been used in a known scam)
- This email message is a 419 scam. Please see our 419 FAQ for more details on such scams.
Fraud email example:
From: "Andre Von Arx" (may be fake)
Date: Sat, 2 Dec 2023 09:58:37 +0100
Subject: Intriguing last minute findings awaits you!
Hello
My name is Andre Von Arx, a private investigator of repute. We Private investigators possess specialized knowledge and expertise in asset recovery. We understand the process by being adept at recovering unclaimed wealth and finding evidence that establishments wouldn't want the public to know or have interest in.
I have very important details regarding a recent investigative discovery that would be of great benefit to you. Let's say it's a last minute discovery that will blow your mind. I am as excited as you are, so let's do this.
Reach out and we will make it happen.
Thank you
Andre Von Arx
Principal Partner
Von Arx and Partners
Gelterkinderstrasse 24, Sissach, Switzerland, 4450 Button
vonarxandpartners@proton.me
© 2023 Von Arx & Partners
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