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Analysis Of A 419 Scam Letter

The analysis of a 419 scam letter, is done with a care, that every step used by the 419 scam should be noted clearly, and should finalize that this type of letter is avoidable and no profit in having reply or contact with them.Here, we produce a sample analysis of a 419 scam letter, and the methods to know how the spammers are planning to get the attraction among the victims, how to avoid in falling as prey to these letters.

A 419 Scam Letter

From: Mr. Frank Donald
Date: Thu, 06 Jul 2006 09:39:50
Subject: PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL
Mr. Frank Donald
Messer’s mart & Associates.
Email: - mrfrankdonald@yahoo.fr
PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL
ATTN: THE MANAGING DIRECTOR.

Dear

PROVISION OF BANK ACCOUNT TO DEPOSIT FUNDS.

I am Mr. Frank Donald, principal attorney to engr. Peter Douglas a Director, project implementation with the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation based in Warri, Delta State. In November 2004, my client received gratification of fifteen Million, five Hundred Thousand U.S Dollars ($15,500.000.00) from the contract awarded to foreign firms for the construction and maintenance of 250 Million (LPG) Gas Plant at Warri Refinery. Hence the fund is under the custody of Security Company for safe keeping. I have been mandated by my client Peter Douglas) to seek assistance of a trustworthy foreign company or an individual who could help to provide bank account to receive the money for investment without any hitch.

However, my client has agreed to pay 30% of the sum to you, while 5% is set aside for expenses. Therefore, if this offers acceptable to you please indicates your interest by contacting me on my E-mail, address for more documentation and briefing.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards.
Yours sincerely,
Mr. Frank Donald

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