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More scams... | A nice site here

Stanislav Pokorny — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:55:00 +0000

Forum: Safe computing
Topic: More scams...
Poster: Stanislav Pokorny
Post title: A nice site here

Hi all,
perhaps you might want to have a look at the following site: [url removed]
Real fun... :)

More scams... | About Rosina's post

JPW (X) — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:39:00 +0000

Forum: Safe computing
Topic: More scams...
Poster: JPW (X)
Post title: About Rosina's post

I recognise some of the details you posted, which may be subsequently modified by moderators, including the address and the e-mail. A quick google search will show you it's just one of many.

The prize that [i]I[/i] had 'won' was the so-called "Yahoo internet lottery". The idea that a town can be in London and another English county simultaneously is, frankly, laughable.

It's a classic 419 scam. BMW already know about it and have issued warnings BTW.

On a lighter note, I [b]did[/b] win a genuine lottery last night - £100. Well done me! Better than a slap in the face, anyway...

More scams... | "BMW" prize

Jennifer Forbes — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:23:00 +0000

Forum: Safe computing
Topic: More scams...
Poster: Jennifer Forbes
Post title: "BMW" prize

Maybe you should forward this fabulous offer to BMW to let them know what's being sent in their name?
I like the suggestion that London is in Lincolnshire - so convincing!
Best wishes (and congratulations),
Jenny

More scams...

Rosina Peixoto — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:46:00 +0000

Forum: Safe computing
Topic: More scams...
Poster: Rosina Peixoto

I have just received this email involving FedEx.

I am sorry to encroach into your privacy through this manner; we have a certified cheque of $300,000 in our custody that belongs to you. This cheque was brought to my desk last week by a lady who gave us your e-mail address to contact you on the delivery. We wait your response soonest.

Email: [email removed]
FedEx

If only we could stop this illegal practice.

Regards