I recieved several emails from a possible Attorney in Lome-Togo claiming I can be presented as the next of kin to a deceased relative (whom I only share the last name) I dont know. The lawyer claims there is a large sum of money and If I agree we will split it 40%me 55% him and 5% for our govt taxes. If no one claims it or there is no beneficiary the account and monies will be confiscated by the bank gov't.
2006-08-31 06:33:54 · 29 answers · asked by qekmik433 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
Definetly a scam. First of all, you don't even know the person. Second, this is coming from a foreign country (most likely from Africa where there are suspected terrorists using such scheme). Third, banks or lawyers or any financial institutions do not ask for bank accounts or any personal information through email. In most cases, that foreign country doesn't even have a government or a local bank.
2006-08-31 06:39:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Lome Togo Scam
2016-12-15 08:30:55 · answer #2 · answered by raymer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am going through the same thing, a relative that l have never heard of, and who is supposed to have left an amount of 3.8 million and l would be getting 45% of the amount, that would make me a millionaire, but the strange thing is each request always comes from somewhere in Africa. This latest request is from a lawyer in Lome-Togo saying that he has a client that has recently died and l can claim as Next of Kin. The supposed Lawyer even sent what is supposed to be his passport picture and all the details look respectable. I have even spoken to him on the phone. Then the bank sends me a Claim Form asking me to fill in the details with of all things my bank details.
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2016-09-30 05:37:13 · answer #3 · answered by anthony 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is an 'advance fee' scam.
Basically, if you contact this person, you will be asked for a never ending list of last minute payments. You have to fill in a government application, and send $200. You have to hire a special attorney, that takes another $1000. You have to appear in an office in Africa, or have someone appear in your place for $500. The bottom line is that the excuses and the things you have to send money for will continue for as long as you are willing to send money.
2006-08-31 06:42:22 · answer #4 · answered by LA_kinda_guy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i also received an email from a Barrister from Lome Togo,its definitely a SCAM
2015-06-26 21:32:48 · answer #5 · answered by jelync 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
..I got this one..what do you think about it guys??..
I got your mail and everything you wrote is well understood, i want to bring to your understanding that i am not a scammer or a criminal that you may think .
I am a transparent person and a father of 5 children .
This transaction is real and not a scam , if you doubt it you can go to the embassy of my country which is in you country to ask about my person Barrister Anthony Mathew (Esq) (Anthony chambers and Associate) I am a well known lawyer in my country .
Or if doubt it you can come down here in person to witness everything with your eyes .
2016-01-11 13:10:30 · answer #6 · answered by charmine 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-06 02:20:27 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of several dozen, perhaps hundreds of variations of these types of scams, they've been around now for DECADES. Apparently someone makes money on this.
I probably don't have to tell you: NEVER EVER give personal info out, Social Security #, Bank acct #. Credit card, anything!!!
I'd suggest you don't even respond as these people seem to stoop to ANYTHING!!
2006-08-31 06:47:51 · answer #8 · answered by Hayseedless 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hold onto your wallet - that email is complete balderdash. Welcome to the club. You have a good nose for detecting junk emails and dead animals.
To paraphrase the saying: if you smell a rat, there's an excellent chance you'll find one.
For other emails that you think are scams, check with your state Attorney General (www.ag.ca.gov for California), or other federal agencies: US Federal Trade Commission (www.ftc.gov); FBI (www.fbi.gov)
Also, check with Snopes.com -- they are very reliable at investigating urban legends and chain letters sent by email.
2006-08-31 06:44:53 · answer #9 · answered by Tom-SJ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am Nyem CUD , your personal lawyer ZR B Pockets end relative who died in my place Lome Togo . Your relatives left the amount of € 8.5 million in a bank in my country . The Bank has issued a notification to provide relatives.
Answers for more details
Full name ......
Phone Number ......
Age ...........
Employment ..........
I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible .
Sincerely ,
CUD Nyem WHAT A SCAM DONT ANSWERE OR REPLY OR ANYTHING CCCC
2015-08-24 22:41:06 · answer #10 · answered by Nicole 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋