Fake job, simply an excuse to send a fake cheque to you for cashing.
This scammer was initially emailing from Nigeria, and has now changed to emailing from London, UK
---------------------
Note that the potential victim of this fraud did recieve a bogus cheque in the mail, and paid it into his bank account unknowingly. It did not take long for the victim to realise something was not right (see email below), and decided to talk to his bank.
---------------------
The victim told the scammer about being suspicious, to the words of "Why would someone from Nigeria who is now apparently in the South of England want me to cash a cheque only to send most of it in CASH to someone in Cyprus?"
At this point the victim contacted me for further advice. The victim has been told about the nature of the fraud and has informed his bank.
The victim, having told the scammer that he would not release the money without permission from the bank has today recieved a series of threats from the scammer using a different email address: el.abudumohammed@rocketmail.com (IP: 31.193.133.169 - UK Proxy Server).
Basically the scammer wants the money and is attempting to intimidate the victim into handing it over immediately.
Remember folks, never confront a scammer when you get suspicious, and never tell a cheque fraudster you are keeping the proceeds from his cheque for any reason. They usually react badly. Always walk away as soon as you suspect foul play.
Read:
This scammer was initially emailing from Nigeria, and has now changed to emailing from London, UK
---------------------
Subject: JOB OFFER !---------------------
From: set mark <setmark@yahoo.org>
To: "undisclosed-recipients:"
Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:41
Pfizer is a research-based, global pharmaceutical company. The Company
discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription medicines for
humans and animals. It operates in two business segments: Pharmaceutical
and Animal Health. Pfizer also operates several other businesses, including
the manufacture of gelatin capsules, contract manufacturing and bulk
pharmaceutical chemical,Work from Home online
Full time / Half time position available
From either Home or your current office
Compensation: $400 Weekly
Duties includes; Typing documents, print and file
documents needed in hard copies, process files using copier and fax
machines, mail out letters via FedEx, UPS or USPS, run errands
following instructions which will be provided to you by me via gmail
IM or email in handling all tasks sent or emailed to you.
You will be provide you with the items listed below free for the job;
Microsoft Office Home Business 2011.
Dell XPS M2010 Laptop.
HP Flatbed All in One Printer, scanner, fax copier
Note: You are not going to pay for this out of your pocket i will
handle all cost of purchase.
IF INTERESTED GET BACK TO ME WITH YOUR DETAILS IN THE BELOW FORMAT;
Full name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip code:
Phone number:
Email address:
regard
Tony smith
Email addres:setmark_007@yahoo.com
Subject: job offer................set mark---------------------
From: set Mark <setmark_007@yahoo.com>
To: {removed}
Date: Wed, 27 Jun 2012 10:34
The funds for the software will be provided for you by the company via
check ..... make sure you use them as instructed for the software okay ?
You will be provide you with the items listed below free for the job;
Microsoft Office Home Business 2011.
Dell XPS M2010 Laptop.
HP Flatbed All in One Printer, scanner, fax copier
Note: You are not going to pay for this out of your pocket i will
handle all cost of purchase
As soon as the check its been issued out to you i will notify you and
provide you with the tracking number so you can keep track and know when it
will get to you okay
All we need from you is good work and trust,you will enjoy every moment
working with us
Reconfirm your address to us....................
Full name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip code:
Phone number:
Email address:
Do you have any question for now ?
regard
David smith
Email addres:setmark_007@yahoo.com
Subject: Payment to be recieved today.---------------------
From: set Mark <setmark_007@yahoo.com>
To: {removed}
Date: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 07:06
Hi {removed},
You will be recieveing a payment of 4,625.00 Euro this morning in the post. The check has be cashed at the post office or deposited into your account.
As soon as payment is recieved please notify us, and we will give further instructions.
King Regards
Mark.
Note that the potential victim of this fraud did recieve a bogus cheque in the mail, and paid it into his bank account unknowingly. It did not take long for the victim to realise something was not right (see email below), and decided to talk to his bank.
---------------------
Subject: Agent Information---------------------
From: set Mark <setmark_007@yahoo.com>
To: {removed}
Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2012 21:17
Hi {removed},
This will contribute towards your probationary/trial period in gaining a permanent position with our company.You are entitled to 10% only of the funds 4,625 Euro, this money should be sent Tuesday morning via western union money transfer to our agent in Cyprus who will supply you with the materials you will need to start working immediatley.
His information is as follows below:
Name: Thomas Kittou
Address: 12 Charalambous Patsides
Theodorou Court,
Larnaca,
Cyprus.
You are to send the balance through western union money transfer to the information and get back with the 10 digit (MTCN) control number to enable him pick up the money.
As soon as the money is recieved he will send to you via the post a full company package and kit to get you started.
Regards
Mark
The victim told the scammer about being suspicious, to the words of "Why would someone from Nigeria who is now apparently in the South of England want me to cash a cheque only to send most of it in CASH to someone in Cyprus?"
At this point the victim contacted me for further advice. The victim has been told about the nature of the fraud and has informed his bank.
The victim, having told the scammer that he would not release the money without permission from the bank has today recieved a series of threats from the scammer using a different email address: el.abudumohammed@rocketmail.com (IP: 31.193.133.169 - UK Proxy Server).
Basically the scammer wants the money and is attempting to intimidate the victim into handing it over immediately.
Remember folks, never confront a scammer when you get suspicious, and never tell a cheque fraudster you are keeping the proceeds from his cheque for any reason. They usually react badly. Always walk away as soon as you suspect foul play.
Read: