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This is an almost exact copy of the previous message. The name has been changed slightly and a different e-mail address is being used.

It almost looks like they are split testing this message.

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Miss.Ema Oke <misssemaoke@yahoo.com>
Date: Dec 26, 2007 1:51 PM
Subject: ATTN: BENEFICIARY.
To: e@yahoo.ca

Dear Sir,

My name is Mrs. Okere. I work with the Barclay bank Ghana West Africa.
kindly be informed that we have over draft of US$29.5Million dollars in our bank. So based on this matter, I and my pattern has decided to contact a foreign person like you whom shall then contact our bank as the beneficiary to the fund as we shall present you to the bank.
You will get 40% plus 5% of the total sum for your assistance. Be advised that you will be responsible for any charges out side the bank, which is why we are giving you the above mentioned 5%. But be informed that all transfer charges at the bank shall be deducted from the total sum.

All required of you for now is just to call me on my direct cell phone +233 206777941, or forward your cell phone number so that I can call you and advise you on how to start your first contact with the bank. We need a lawyer as well for our documentations. Remember on no condition shall my name be mentioned before the bank, because I work there, I hope this is well understood by you.

Regards,
Mrs. Okere.
Ghana, Accra.
West Africa.

This e-mail has been doing the rounds for some time. You may have seen it being sent from Jackie Lee with the following e-mail address: shangai@yahoo.com.cn

The job is “Money Laundering”. It is also used for fraud, quoting a local agent who is responsible for transactions.

You stand to be arrested for one of the above crimes if you decide to take up the job.

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Shanghai S.H.M Machinery Co <chun_yoo@yahoo.com>
Date: 18.12.2007 01:44
Subject: ACT AS OUR COMPANIES PAYMENT REPRESENTATIVE..
To:

Dear Sir/Madam,

Please allow us to disturb your precious time! We are the Chinese biggest foreign trade  wholesaler.
Shanghai S.H.M Machinery Co., Ltd based in People Republic of China, is in need of representatives in Europe and North America and south America and Canada to represent its interests with some companies that export products from her in China to this continents.

Shanghai S.H.M Machinery Co., Ltd is sourcing for a payment representative in USA, Canada, United Kingdom.
The Representatives will act as a receiving payment agents and also placing orders for goods and products from customers.

You will be paid total sum of 2000US$ as a monthly salary for your duties carried out as our payment recieving officer.

Our client is only making payment via Bank Wire Transfer and Cash, we need your help as a payment account officer to recieve funds in your country to avoid delays in transfer to China which takes over 3 to 4 weeks, and it definately causes delay in customer’s order shipment.

If you are interested in working for us, send your Name and Mobile Phone Number to email: chun_yoo@yahoo.com

Thank you.
Shanghai S.H.M Machinery Co., Ltd.
Industry Building, Zhuqiao To, Shanghai, CN

This one sounds more “official”. Just the same, it’s just a scam e-mail

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Mineral Offers <mineral_offers0100@live.fr>
Date: 12.11.2007 14:30
Subject: GOLD DUST TO SALES 400 KGS
To:

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am delighted in writing to introduce my company, a medium scale mining company with mining registration in various countries across the West African Sub-region and with the global sales/re-exportation company based in cotonou, Republic of Benin.

Presently we have in stock a total of 400kg quantity of the Gold Dust for introductory sales only with direct buyers, at introductory prices in also in consideration of LBMA pricing.

Indicate your interest by sending us an LOI or enter into correspondence with us to come to terms and we will be glad to issue you our signed FCO to start the deal.

Please be informed that only buyers are expected to respond this advert, a response from a broker or any mediator may not be given prime consideration for now.

You could reply us through the following mails
mineralsgd@yahoo.fr
mineralgd@gmail.com

Thanks and Best Wishes !

The Management.

This mail advert is for buyers ready to enter into a contract for the private purchase of alluvial aurum utalum concentrate (gold), which also is referred to in the U.S. Harmonized Schedule of Tariffs as, Gold Powder or Gold Bars.

Today’s price for 1 Kilo of Gold being around 26800 USD makes this offer extremely attractive. The possible profit margin is more than 100%.

And that is the problem. This offer is too good to be true and hides the fact that anyone wanting to do this deal will be expected to travel to Africa to check the goods. That’s where the risk is involved.

You get no Gold, but you will lose money and eventually come to physical harm.

Not recommended ….

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Mike Kone <mike_192431@yahoo.com>
Date: 09.11.2007 11:05
Subject: FROM: CHIEFMIKE KONE.
To: mike_192431@yahoo.com

FROM: CHIEFMIKE KONE.
EMAIL; mike_192431@yahoo.com
ABIDJAN, COTE DIVOIRE.
WEST AFRICA

Ref: 750KG ALLUVIAL GOLD DUST FOR SALE

Dear Sir/ Madam,

We are small scale Gold miners here on the sub-region of West Africa . We have some huge quantity of alluvial Gold Dust for sale at a considerable price of $12,500USD per kilo which is below world market price. If you are interested, do not hesitate to get back to us as soon as possible for us to give you our full co-operate offer (FCO).
We look forward in doing a long lasting business transaction with you.

Best Regards
Chief MIKE KONE

This is exactly the same as the story from Fondation De France.

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Mr. Arthur stewart
Date: 04.11.2007 13:31
Subject: European Charity Foundations,
To: undisclosed-recipients

Foundation’s Officer,
Association of European Charity Foundations,
Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Dear Sir/Madam,

NOTIFICATION FOR CASH AID.

This is to notify you that you have been chosen By the Board of trustees of the above International charity organization branched in the Netherlands as one of the final recipients of a Cash Grant/Donation for your own personal, education and business development. Based on the random selection exercise of internet service providers (ISP) and millions of Super market cash invoices worldwide, you were selected among the lucky recipients to receive the award sum of US$2,000,000.00.
You are required to expeditiously Contact the Executive Secretary below for qualification documentation and processing of your claims, from Monday through Sunday.
***********************************
Executive Secretary,
Mr. Arthur stewart
Tel:+31-626-415-837
Fax:+31-84-740-9260.
Email:arthur_agent003@yahoo.de
**********************************
On behalf of the Board kindly accept our warmest congratulations
Yours Sincerely,
Mrs. Gordon JUlia
(Foundation officer)

Just in this minute!

Considering Gold is a commodity which is getting very popular again, a deal like this one would appeal to a lot of people.

Unfortunately it is as usual, a scam.

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Solomon Lalah <solomon_lalah@yahoo.ca>
Date: Oct 30, 2007 11:08 AM
Subject: ALLUVAIL GOLD for sale.
To: solomon_lalah@yahoo.ca

Dear sir

Its with pleasure that I write to inform you of the availability of ALLUVAIL GOLD for sale.

Below are the classification of the goods :
PRODUCT : ALLUVIAL GOLD.
QUANTITY :500 KGS.
QUALITY : +22 KARATS.
PURITY : 92+
PRICE : $ 11,500usd PER KG.
TERM OF PAYMENT : NEGOTIABLE.

we do not accept advance payment, the transaction will be done according to the seller and buyers agreement and we expect you to come with your Inspector machines and after checking, the payment will be on bank to bank bases.
If you are interested in the above product please get in touch with me and we will make arrangement on the mode of delivery.

I await to hear from you very soon.
Regards.

Mr. Solomon.

One of the most obvious items which identifies an unsolicited e-mail as a scam e-mail is the sender’s e-mail address. All of the scam e-mails, regardless of them being lottery, money transfer or transfer agent types, use freemail accounts. Just like this one does. That’s why I flagged it and posted it to the Crime Online Blog.

The point being, the messages states that these people are offering loans worldwide. Now that is an obvious area where fraud takes place.

In my opinion, they are just out to cash in a fee and are using the ALGHANIM company as a front. A loan will never be paid out.

———- Forwarded message ———-
From: sabahahmed@aol.in <sabahahmed@aol.in>
Date: Oct 12, 2007 12:11 PM
Subject: ENJOY WITH US AT KUWAIT.
To: info@dspace.de

 
Dear Sir/Madam
 
 The ALGHANIM SONS GROUP CO. enjoys a powerful position that epitomizes the strategic command enjoyed by the Kuwaiti nation. Just as Kuwait benefits from a pivotal place at the head of the Arabian Gulf, with a unique role in relationships, politics, trade and influence within the region, ALGHANIM SONS has a pivotal role in Kuwaiti society and economy.
 
 Today, ALGHANIM SONS GROUP CO. KUWAIT is pleased to announce to individuals, company owners, Investors, private and public enterprises that the interim distribution for all of the ALGHANIM SONS GROUP CO.® Funds 2007 Series is now made available for all loan seekers. We have received several requests from different individuals, companies and investors from different parts of the world indicating that they would like to receive distributions/ loans to achieve their goals.
 
 Whether you are planning on a few thousand US dollars or many million dollars Project, ALGHANIM SONS GROUP CO.® Funds has the resources and expertise necessary to create a loan package that will leave you satisfied.
 
 Are you an Individual, Company Owner or Investors who want to build wealth by borrowing to invest in shares, property or other assets? Whether you want to invest without all the risks, or accelerate your wealth by leveraging your investments, ALGHANIM SONS GROUP CO.® Funds range of investment loans can help.
 
 If you need money for loan right now, or you own a commercial property or not, but either you or your company is losing money or your credit is poor, you can still easily obtain a loan from ALGHANIM SONS GROUP CO.® fund. You can apply to our stock broker.
 
 ALGHANIM SONS LOAN ® Funds 2007 Series.
 P.O.BOX 23563
 SAFAT 13097
 KUWAIT
 www.alghanimsons.com
 
 We offer loans of any amount you want. We aim to have customers that will continue to enjoy working with us year in and year out, and our competitive rates and customer service reflects that. We will our hardest to structure your financing to meet your needs. Our small business mentality allows us to really take the time to get the big picture about your business and get you the loans and the rates you are looking for.
 
 We are pleased that we will be able to make this distribution to release funds for all investors this year and, as we expect that all of the underlying investments that requires the Funds will be realized.
 
 We finance Commercial Deals and Earn Your Business If Your Bank Won’t Do it, we will.
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 Warm Regards and best of luck,
 
 Mr. Sabah Ahmad Al-ghanim.
 SAFAT 13097
 KUWAIT