apparently he sought me out because i a supposedly the next of kin to a family out there that passed away,etc. etc
2006-08-21 11:53:02 · 3 answers · asked by paulettewd@verizon.net 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Please be very careful if you communicate with this person. Actually, DON'T communicate with this person.
Without seeing the actual text of the communication, I suspect that you are being seen as a potential victim of what is called the "Nigerian" or "419" scam.
This scam usually starts out by someone who sounds as if they are in an authority position notifying you that someone has died, leaving a substantial sum of money in a bank or a trust or something like that. This person will say that they couldn't find anyone closer and that this windfall is in danger of being appropriated by the government or the courts. However, if you are willing to act as a next-of-kin, they can transfer the money to your banking/checking account. In exchange, you would get some percentage of the funds.
The scam comes in either through requesting funds to cover transfer fees or in getting the access information to your financial accounts whereby you can kiss your balance good-bye. Even though this scam is publicized over and over again, people fall for it enough times such that it is still tried.
If you actually want to trace this person, I would suggest contacting the local consulate or embassy for Benin. They may be able to help but be aware that the name may be legitimate but the contact information will not be.
2006-08-21 13:04:15 · answer #1 · answered by eriurana 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds obvious but you cannot be next of kin when you are not related.
I guess this is his story?
Mr x died in Benin...probably in an explosion or car crash...something newsworthy.
Mr x was a multimillionare and all his money is going to go to the bank as nobody has come forward as next of kin...
It is called a 419 scam.The money does not exist.The scammer will introduce you to lawyers and bankers who will all demand ever increasing fees.While you receive nothing.
For a more detailed discription of these scams have a look at www.fraudwatchers.org
2006-08-22 04:31:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I found his website for you.
2006-08-21 13:05:28 · answer #3 · answered by Carl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋