I suppose they think I’ll believe them someday.
The grammar errors and bold print are theirs. This is pretty awful.
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From: FBi (jcomey@fbi.gov)
Subject: IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM FBI WA DC FF
I suppose they think I’ll believe them someday.
The grammar errors and bold print are theirs. This is pretty awful.
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From: FBi (jcomey@fbi.gov)
Subject: IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM FBI WA DC FF
What is it lately with the good day wishes from scammers? Do they think that a polite greeting will somehow make me less aware? Sad and ineffective course of action, criminals.
From: David Morse (info@connectglobalhomes.biz)
Subject: Good Day.!!!
So, here’s news of another fund that I supposedly have access to.
From: John David (jshinc@cjw.com)
Subject: Good Day
I am John David the personal lawyer to Christine Lagarde Managing director International monetary fund IMF in UK. I know this will come to you as a surprise but it is a blessing for life and this transaction will be beneficial to you even on your retired days and you will be grateful to me for the rest of your life. During my investigation, I discovered funds that have been seized through the past government but due to my position now, I have discovered and confirmed that it can be released to you without any hitches. You are very lucky for me contacting you now because this is the best time to accomplish this transaction. This is an opportunity that comes which I cannot afford to lose because it is painful when you do not utilize a real opportunity. The details of the fund will be disclosed to you once you reply and bear in mind that your name will be used as the true beneficiary to the fund.
Mr. John David
Personal Lawyer and chief spokesman of Managing director (IMF)
Contact me directly on the email: jdavid123121234@gmail.com
So, is John David the lawyer for the Managing Director or is he the Managing director? He isn’t quite clear as far as his position, but it is clear that this is a scam. Have you received this one?
Oy, is this one a doozie. And it may hurt to read. You have been warned.
From: Ml.lapointe (ml.la@biz.com)
Subject: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR FUNDS
I am Ml.lapointe, I am a United State Citizen, 48 years Old. I reside here in Pennslyavnia. My residential address is as follows bev uding 762 E Northampton St Wilkes Barre,Pa 18702, am thinking of relocating since I am now rich. I am one of those that took part in the Compensation in Nigeria many years ago and they refused to pay me, I had paid over $20,000 while in United Citizen , trying to get my payment all to noavail.
So I decided to travel down to Nigeria with all my compensation documents,And I was directed to meet Mr.Jean Castro, who is the member of COMPENSATION AWARD COMMITTEE, and I contacted him and he explained everything to me. He said whoever is contacting us through emails are fake..
He took me to the paying bank for the claim of my Compensation payment.Right now I am the most happiest woman on earth because I have received my compensation funds of $1,500,000.00 Moreover, Mr.Jean Castro, showed me the full information of those that are yet to
receive their payments and I saw your details as one of the beneficiaries that is why I decided to email you to stop dealing with those people, they are not with your fund, they are only making money out of you. I will advise you to contact Mr.Jean Castro.You have to contact him directly on this information below.
JOAKIN COMPENSATION HOUSE
Name : Mr.Jean Castro
Email:jeancastro284@yahoo.com
you really have to stop dealing with those people ,that are contacting you and telling you that your fund is with them, it is not in anyway with them, they are only taking advantage of you and they will dry you up until you have nothing.The only fee that i paid to get my fund was $950 only for the fund release certificate…
Again stop contacting those people, I will advise you to contact Mr.Jean Castro so that he can help you to Transfer your Fund into your account, instead of dealing with those liars that will be turning you around asking for different kind of money to complete your transaction.
Thank You and Be Blessed
Spammers and scammers amaze me sometimes. They are slimy idiots and brilliant at the same time. They can draw people in like no one else. Just wow. Check out this message from (not really) General Abdul Aziz al-Shallal (using the email address test@test.com). If I was desperate enough, I might believe it and follow up.
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Subject: VERY URGENT!!! (Note: You know, because all caps and multiple exclamation points mean this is real)
Greetings,
I apologized using this medium to reach you for a transaction/business of this magnitude, but this is due to Confidentiality and prompt access reposed on this medium. In unfolding this proposal, I want to count on you, as a respected and honest person to handle this project/transaction with sincerity, trust and confidentiality.
Let me use this opportunity to introduce myself briefly to you. I am General Abdul Aziz Jassem al-Shallal. One of the general that defected from the Syrian Army.
My office monitors and controls the affairs of sensitive institutions including some financial post in my country concerned with foreign contract payments as well..
I am the final signatory to any transfer or remittance of funds moving within banks both on the local and international levels in line to foreigncontracts settlement. I have before me, list of funds which could not be transferred to some nominated accounts as these accounts have beenidentified either as ghost accounts, unclaimed deposits or over-invoiced sum e.t.c. before I defected.
Now listen carefully please. I write to present you to the federal government that you are among the people expecting the funds to betransferred into their accounts. On this note, I wish to have a deal with you as regards to the unpaid certified contract funds.
I have every file before me and the data’s will be changed into your name to enable you receive the fund into your nominated account as thecontractor/beneficiary of the fund amount $20 Million U.S.D.
It is my duty to recommend the transfer of these surplus funds to the government treasury and reserve accounts as unclaimed deposits. I have the opportunity to write you based on the opportunity that the funds was release to my office which I have made deposit into three countries France , United States and Britain namely.
Among several others, I have decided to remit this sum following my idea that we have a deal/agreement and I am going to do this legally. (Note: Nothing about this is legal or legitimate.)
MY CONDITIONS AS FOLLOWS.
1. You will give me 70% at of the total sum as soon as you confirm the total fund in your designated account. 25% will be for you for while 5% should be set aside for any miscellaneous expenses. (Note: If nothing else raises your suspicion, this should.)
2. This transaction must be kept highly secretive as I am still in service to avoid public notice and all correspondence will be strictly by email for security purposes. We will talk on phone partially if any warrant for that.
3. There should be no third parties as most problems associated with fund release are caused by your agents or representative.
If you agree with my conditions, I will intimate you with the procedures to enable me fix your name on the payment schedule instantly to meet the mandate and vital information for you to receive the funds legally from the bank in which country funds has been safely deposited.
I hope you don’t reject this offer as this great opportunity comes but once in one’s entire life.
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So many red flags in this one! Have you received it?
Until next time, peace.
Have I told you lately how much I despise scammers? I especially dislike those who claim to have an illness, ill child, or military affiliation. Our men and women in uniform have it hard enough without having to clear their names if a scammer steals their info.
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From: Cynthia Ivy May (chynthia1740@aol.com)
Subject: Greetings!
Dear Sir/Madam,
Greetings!
I hope this email finds you well. I am Sgt. Cynthia Ivy May (US Army) on
Active Duty in Sana, Yemen (Middle East, Asia) and I have a profitable
business proposal for you. There is no risk and it is easy. I will be
sending my identification subsequently. If you are interested, get back to
me for briefs and procedures.
Regards,
Sgt. Cynthia Ivy May
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Her ‘business proposal’ likely involves moving a large sum of money via wire transfer. Avoid and spread the word. Don’t let anyone who care for fall for it.
Be well.
So much, spam, so little time. Let me know if you haven’t seen this one before. It’s a new contact person with the same old ‘we hope your greed or desperation makes you contact us’ kind of thing.
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From: Devin Stoutenborough (vvdstoutenborough@mdeca.org)
Subject: (none)
Good day to you,
I am a banker with China Guangfa Bank. I am sincerely Sorry for bugging into your privacy, it’s due to a business deal, l am the Chief Risk Officer and Executive Director of China Guangfa Bank in Hong Kong. I want to present you as the owner of 49.5 million US dollars In my bank since i am the only one aware of the funds due to my investigations. Please grant me the benefit of doubt and hear me out. I need you to signify your interest by replying to this email: jameshk77@rogers.com
James Morrow.
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Benefit of doubt my butt. James, Devin, or whoever you are, you’re scum.
Be safe and smart, people.
Mystery shopping scams are everywhere! People receive this type of email or ‘job’ lead fairly often. While mystery shopping gigs exist, I’m not sure many can be considered jobs. I’ve done it a few times over the years, but only for stores and restaurants I’m interested in or have made updates in offers or services.
If you receive a message or find a lead like this one, don’t bother. The reality of what my gigs were like are in italics. The email content is as received, typos and all.
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From: MYSTERY SHOPPER (service@ymail.com)
Subject: Mystery Secret Shopper
Congratulations,
We are accepting applications from qualified individuals from all-over the world to become Secret-Shopper. There is no charge to become a shopper and you do not need previous experience.
This much is true.
After you sign up, you will have access to training materials from us. Should you interested, your wages would be US $200 per assignment. No commitment is made on this job and you would have flexible hours. At least 2 evaluations a week will be assigned to you because this is a part time job and we think this job suits you. We will provide you the money for all of your evaluations.
That’s just not going to happen. Legitimate mystery shopping gigs have a set rate and may or may not cover the cost of your products or services. $200 is just a number that grabs attention.
Money order/Payment check would be in a certain amount which you would be required to Cash at your Bank, then deduct your salary and have the rest used for the evaluation at the store that would be given to you for evaluations.
Here’s how you know without a doubt that this is a scam. They send you a check to cash at your bank. That gives them your account information. They may try to get you to give up your bank info for a direct deposit before you even shop. In legitimate mystery shopping gigs, you receive reimbursement for your purchase after the fact.
Provide the following information if you interested and we will get back shortly with an your assignment.
Name (First,Last):
Email:
Address:
City,State,Zip Code:
Phone Number:
We are waiting your good response, Thank you.
(Candidate from USA & Europe are allowed to apply for this offer)
Regards,
James Morgan
Head of Recruitment
SS-Network @2013
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Oy. It’s frustrating to hear of people falling for this, but I can totally understand how. They use just enough truth to make the gig seem legit.
Notice I refer to mystery shopping gigs and not jobs? These shops do not come around daily, even if you register with more than one company. They’re great for a free meal out, book, movie, or other item, but will not lead to a salaried position or even pay bills beyond the cost of the particular shop.
If you want to give mystery shopping a shot, check out National Shopping Service. I can vouch for them.
Have you performed a shop? What did you think?
I’m rolling in cash and all I have to do is pick it up. Yeah.
Any message from the United Nations Compensation Unit is a scam. Always. Lucky me, I received two this week.
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From: United Nations Organizations(u.n.o@un.org)
Subject: United Nations/World Bank Reimbursement Payment
United Nations Compensation Unit, In Affiliation with World Bank Our Ref: U.N/WBO/04/2013.
Congratulations Beneficiary,
You may not understand why this mail came to you. We have been having a meeting for quit sometime now and we just came to a logical conclusion few days ago in affiliation with the World Bank president. This email is to few well listed people that have been scammed in any part of the world, the UNITED NATIONS in Affiliation with WORLD BANK have agreed to compensate them with the sum of USD500,000.00 Dollars each.
These includes every foreign contractors that may have not received their contract sum, and people that have had an unfinished transaction or international businesses that failed due to Government problems etc. We found your email in the list of those who are to benefit from these compensation exercise and that is why we are contacting you, this have been agreed upon and have been signed.
You are advised to contact Dr. Jim Ovia of our paying Bank in Africa, as he is our representative in Africa. Contact him immediately for your Cheque/ International Bank Draft of USD500,000.00 Dollars.Your payment is in form of a Bank Draft for security purpose, he will send it to you and you can clear it in any bank of your choice. Therefore, you should send him your full Name and telephone number your correct mailing address where you want him to send the Draft to you. Contact Dr. Jim Ovia of ZENITH BANK PLC with your payment code: /09/05/1982/ immediately for your Cheque at the given address below:
Contact Official: Dr. Jim Ovia
Email: dr.jimoviazenplc@gmail.com
Phone: +2348183400711
I apologize on behalf of the United Nation organization for any delay you might have encountered in receiving your fund in the past. Thanks and God bless you and your family. Hoping to hear from you as soon as you cash your Bank Draft. Making the world a better place. You are required to contact the above person and furnish him with the following of your information that will be required to avoid any mistakes:-
1. Your Full name:
2. Your Country:
3. Contact Address:
4. Telephone Number:
5. Fax Number:
6. Marital Status:
7. Occupation:
8. Sex:
9. Age:
Congratulations, and I look forward to hear from you as soon as you confirm your payment making the world a better place.
Regards,
Ms. Valerie Amos.
United Nations Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs,
Emergency Relief Coordinator.
http://www.un.org/sg/
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Two days later, this one arrived.
From: United Nations Organizations(u.n.o@un.org)
Subject: EE: payment code: /09/05/1982/
Attention:
Have you contacted Dr. Jim Ovia? Do ensure that you forward your payment code as well as your information so that Dr. Jim Ovia of Zenith Bank Plc will give you the directives and instructions to receive your payment.
Do ensure that you contact him directly with the below information as well as your payment code:
Contact Dr. Jim Ovia of ZENITH BANK PLC with your payment code: /09/05/1982/ immediately for your Cheque at the given address below:
Contact Official: Dr. Jim Ovia
Email: dr.jimoviazenithbankplc2@gmail.com
Phone: +2348183400711
Congratulations, and I look forward to hear from you as soon as you confirm your payment making the world a better place.
Regards,
Ms. Valerie Amos.
United Nations Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs,
Emergency Relief Coordinator.
http://www.un.org/sg/
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They really want my bank info so they can clear it out. Silly, stupid scammer. Not happening.