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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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