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Twelve Years of Data
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AnyScam Scam Stats
Phone numbers, by country
United States or Canada67.2%
Ghana6.2%
Nigeria5.8%
United Kingdom5.1%
Philippines1.4%
Malaysia1.1%
South Africa1.0%
Ivory Coast0.8%
India0.8%
France0.7%
All others9.9%
Profiles, by platform
Facebook95.6%
Instagram2.8%
Google+0.8%
Other website0.3%
X (Twitter)0.2%
LinkedIn0.1%
Telegram0.0%
TikTok0.0%
YouTube0.0%
OkCupid0.0%
All others0.1%
Profiles, by the kind of persona
Fake persona: a man46.4%
Fake persona: military18.5%
Fake persona: a woman15.5%
Fake profile13.9%
Real scammer profile3.6%
Real person: a man1.4%
Real person: a woman0.5%
Social media page0.3%
Social media group0.0%
Percentages of reports made to SCARS Institute. Where scammers said they were is often false; identified locations come from investigations.
AnyScam Scam Database Message Examples
Real messages sent by scammers, as reported to SCARS Institute. Victims' names and contact details are removed.
Messages from a scammer · 2023
On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 03:41:09 PM CDT, ---VICTIM REDACTED--- wrote:
Hi ---VICTIM REDACTED---,
I understand Sandra is a companion. She tells me you have been very benevolent to her in such a critical time in her life. I will like to use this opportunity on her behalf to thank you for your support.
Sandra is the sole heir to her father's property in safekeeping. This property is an accumulation of monthly returns in gold deposits before and after his(father's) demise. At the time of disclosure, the property stood at 412 kg. The total quantity is subject to change with monthly deposits. Her father was a partner of a small-scale mining firm in Africa who preferred his proceeds in gold. After 15 years, the time is right for her to claim ownership.
There are a few procedures that require her presence and funds in the fulfilment of the claim. We are required to change the own…
Hi ---VICTIM REDACTED---,
I understand Sandra is a companion. She tells me you have been very benevolent to her in such a critical time in her life. I will like to use this opportunity on her behalf to thank you for your support.
Sandra is the sole heir to her father's property in safekeeping. This property is an accumulation of monthly returns in gold deposits before and after his(father's) demise. At the time of disclosure, the property stood at 412 kg. The total quantity is subject to change with monthly deposits. Her father was a partner of a small-scale mining firm in Africa who preferred his proceeds in gold. After 15 years, the time is right for her to claim ownership.
There are a few procedures that require her presence and funds in the fulfilment of the claim. We are required to change the own…
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On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 03:41:09 PM CDT, ---VICTIM REDACTED--- wrote:
Hi ---VICTIM REDACTED---,
I understand Sandra is a companion. She tells me you have been very benevolent to her in such a critical time in her life. I will like to use this opportunity on her behalf to thank you for your support.
Sandra is the sole heir to her father's property in safekeeping. This property is an accumulation of monthly returns in gold deposits before and after his(father's) demise. At the time of disclosure, the property stood at 412 kg. The total quantity is subject to change with monthly deposits. Her father was a partner of a small-scale mining firm in Africa who preferred his proceeds in gold. After 15 years, the time is right for her to claim ownership.
There are a few procedures that require her presence and funds in the fulfilment of the claim. We are required to change the ownership to her name. The payment of safekeeping charges will follow for the release of her gold.
I am aware of the current state of her affairs. She is far from likely financially to meet these demands for her claim. As her Solicitor, I have been able to secure two financiers who are willing to offer us a loan over an Agreement. We cannot access the loan without a Change of Ownership. Almost no individual or institution will grant that much loan to offset procedures in a Change of Ownership.
She is flying here to the U.K. tomorrow. I like her to witness certain documents and see how best we can go about her claim.
To:
---VICTIM REDACTED---
Wed, Mar 15 at 9:18 AM
Chris,
I found your Linkedin profile and sent you a message and an invitation. ---LINK REDACTED---
I was not impressed that the email about Sandra came from a personal account. I was also not impressed with your poor grammar.
I struggle to believe this whole thing. The only part i am convinced a
Hi ---VICTIM REDACTED---,
I understand Sandra is a companion. She tells me you have been very benevolent to her in such a critical time in her life. I will like to use this opportunity on her behalf to thank you for your support.
Sandra is the sole heir to her father's property in safekeeping. This property is an accumulation of monthly returns in gold deposits before and after his(father's) demise. At the time of disclosure, the property stood at 412 kg. The total quantity is subject to change with monthly deposits. Her father was a partner of a small-scale mining firm in Africa who preferred his proceeds in gold. After 15 years, the time is right for her to claim ownership.
There are a few procedures that require her presence and funds in the fulfilment of the claim. We are required to change the ownership to her name. The payment of safekeeping charges will follow for the release of her gold.
I am aware of the current state of her affairs. She is far from likely financially to meet these demands for her claim. As her Solicitor, I have been able to secure two financiers who are willing to offer us a loan over an Agreement. We cannot access the loan without a Change of Ownership. Almost no individual or institution will grant that much loan to offset procedures in a Change of Ownership.
She is flying here to the U.K. tomorrow. I like her to witness certain documents and see how best we can go about her claim.
To:
---VICTIM REDACTED---
Wed, Mar 15 at 9:18 AM
Chris,
I found your Linkedin profile and sent you a message and an invitation. ---LINK REDACTED---
I was not impressed that the email about Sandra came from a personal account. I was also not impressed with your poor grammar.
I struggle to believe this whole thing. The only part i am convinced a
Messages from a scammer · 2023
These are the few things I could have sent you, it doesn't make sense, if I'm just sending you my valuables, I've decided to buy you a few things. And I also included my valuables. Please help me keep my documents safe and don't forget to always carry some things I bought for you and make me a picture. Here are a few things I bought. Below is a list of items I have published and my valuables that I have been able to obtain here in UK, you will have to keep them for me well when the shipment arrives at your house, DB Classic diamond ring, bras and beautiful panties. So I bought it, please accept it, I'm very happy to buy you all. and I'll attach it to this gmail and I hope you like it. Pendant and earrings, perfume Hermes '24 Faubourg, Yves Saint Laurent Paris, eau de toilette, makeup Urban Decay naked 1, 2, 3, MAC makeup, white freshwater Pearl Lariat Fancy necklace, Burberry black bag a…
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These are the few things I could have sent you, it doesn't make sense, if I'm just sending you my valuables, I've decided to buy you a few things. And I also included my valuables. Please help me keep my documents safe and don't forget to always carry some things I bought for you and make me a picture. Here are a few things I bought. Below is a list of items I have published and my valuables that I have been able to obtain here in UK, you will have to keep them for me well when the shipment arrives at your house, DB Classic diamond ring, bras and beautiful panties. So I bought it, please accept it, I'm very happy to buy you all. and I'll attach it to this gmail and I hope you like it. Pendant and earrings, perfume Hermes '24 Faubourg, Yves Saint Laurent Paris, eau de toilette, makeup Urban Decay naked 1, 2, 3, MAC makeup, white freshwater Pearl Lariat Fancy necklace, Burberry black bag and black sun - class .... 3 Apple laptops, 3 Apple Mini iPad, 2 iPhone 7 plus, white sapphire and citrine, large arched ring Mesh Design, Guerlain Champs Elysee .... Postcards / pictures, A teddy bear and flower and the security code in this box is 0488. Those are my important documents ... Honey, I sent you a picture of the gold neck less and I bought a pendant for you and also a ring. I think you will like it. I immediately liked it when I saw it and I knew it would be good for you, so I bought it…. Love you to the moon 🌙 and back ❤️...Please contact this delivery company with the link below so they can get the package to you ---REDACTED---
I want you to know that I got your information and it was well noted I also want you to know that I have registered your name in the United Nations clearing department. Madam please to speed up everything, I will like you to send the sum of $2500
I want you to know that I got your information and it was well noted I also want you to know that I have registered your name in the United Nations clearing department. Madam please to speed up everything, I will like you to send the sum of $2500
A scammer’s profile text · 2023
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Best Halloween costume
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Best Halloween costume
Skeleton
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Messages from a scammer · 2023
6:29
and now we have to pay all of what needs to be payed before they would actually release the card because it's now in the hands of the Government and out of the man who was dealing with the agent and made a deal for us,| need to make all
$523,450 before they get to release the cars.
Now I know I won't make it and the court might decide against me…whatever
A
Tue, Apr 12, 6:55 AM
Text Message
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and now we have to pay all of what needs to be payed before they would actually release the card because it's now in the hands of the Government and out of the man who was dealing with the agent and made a deal for us,| need to make all
$523,450 before they get to release the cars.
Now I know I won't make it and the court might decide against me…whatever
A
Tue, Apr 12, 6:55 AM
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Messages from a scammer · 2023
Sé que te estarás preguntando cómo encontré tu perfil, la mayoría de las veces digo que tu perfil suena genial y también tus fotos me llamaron la atención porque te ves muy bien.
I’m from Dallas Texas where live in Baytown Texas
Dear General. Gordon Locke
Good day!
I am Kenthani ---VICTIM REDACTED---! Good day to you and I am the wife to be of willing Dominguez He is currently in Syria for a peacekeeping mission, left home for too long. we need him back to take care of our family.
I am writing that his Replacement letter should be approved as soon as possible for him to come to us so we can plan on how to spend our future together when he retires.
I hope to get a positive reply on how and when his replacement letter will be approved as soon as possible.
regards!
I’m from Dallas Texas where live in Baytown Texas
Dear General. Gordon Locke
Good day!
I am Kenthani ---VICTIM REDACTED---! Good day to you and I am the wife to be of willing Dominguez He is currently in Syria for a peacekeeping mission, left home for too long. we need him back to take care of our family.
I am writing that his Replacement letter should be approved as soon as possible for him to come to us so we can plan on how to spend our future together when he retires.
I hope to get a positive reply on how and when his replacement letter will be approved as soon as possible.
regards!
A scammer’s profile text · 2023
I am a God fearing and a God loving man, passionate and kind hearted.
Looking for friendship, long-term relationship
Located in Dallas, Texas
5' 7"
Cabinet Maker at Complete Millwork Services
Looking for friendship, long-term relationship
Located in Dallas, Texas
5' 7"
Cabinet Maker at Complete Millwork Services
A scammer’s profile text · 2023
I couldn't copy and paste it because I took a photo of it on easter Sunday. I do not have more. I told my husband I know the person the picture belongs to, and she is happily married. there are so many pictures of her all over Facebook. I am hoping someone can convince my husband that this is a total scam. I do not want my name to be mentioned at all. His email is ---REDACTED--- My children and I are scared about all this. He even shared and talked about us. What he wrote in the conversation was not true. She tried to get him to come to Texas a few weeks ago. Something came up and he couldn't go. Thank God.
They met on some kind of dating app. I believe must be Tinder and she had him move to Google Chat. I tried to contact Google Chat, but they were no help no person to talk to. They should be able to see the conversations. She had him send money via bitcoins 4 times then I was able t…
They met on some kind of dating app. I believe must be Tinder and she had him move to Google Chat. I tried to contact Google Chat, but they were no help no person to talk to. They should be able to see the conversations. She had him send money via bitcoins 4 times then I was able t…
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I couldn't copy and paste it because I took a photo of it on easter Sunday. I do not have more. I told my husband I know the person the picture belongs to, and she is happily married. there are so many pictures of her all over Facebook. I am hoping someone can convince my husband that this is a total scam. I do not want my name to be mentioned at all. His email is ---REDACTED--- My children and I are scared about all this. He even shared and talked about us. What he wrote in the conversation was not true. She tried to get him to come to Texas a few weeks ago. Something came up and he couldn't go. Thank God.
They met on some kind of dating app. I believe must be Tinder and she had him move to Google Chat. I tried to contact Google Chat, but they were no help no person to talk to. They should be able to see the conversations. She had him send money via bitcoins 4 times then I was able to save the gift cards. He said they were for food and to fix her vehicle plus.
They met on some kind of dating app. I believe must be Tinder and she had him move to Google Chat. I tried to contact Google Chat, but they were no help no person to talk to. They should be able to see the conversations. She had him send money via bitcoins 4 times then I was able to save the gift cards. He said they were for food and to fix her vehicle plus.
Messages from a scammer · 2023
My husband, Matthew ---VICTIM REDACTED--- Sr. realized that she was a fraud, but I told him no to tell her. He did so now she got him to send money to her in Amsterdam to get her "father" things. I told him NO! He went and looked for loans. Now we will be seriously in DEBT because of this. As of right now, He hasn't sent the money yet. I am still begging him not to and trying to find evidence that it's not true. She told him to wire to attorney Arnold Stephens Smith in Washington State. I did not find that as one name. I know it's fraud and besides I know if you get your parents' heritage or things, you don't need money upfront.
Money was sent by my husband without my knowledge then I found out.
I am not able to add photos.
Money was sent by my husband without my knowledge then I found out.
I am not able to add photos.
Messages from a scammer · 2023
Laura Jones
Tue, May 23, 8:14 PM (3 days ago)
to me
Hi babe
On Tue, May 23, 2023 at 6:13 PM ---VICTIM REDACTED--- ---VICTIM REDACTED--- wrote:
Hi again.
Tue, May 23, 8:14 PM (3 days ago)
to me
Hi babe
On Tue, May 23, 2023 at 6:13 PM ---VICTIM REDACTED--- ---VICTIM REDACTED--- wrote:
Hi again.
Messages from a scammer · 2023
I would be having a business trip end of this week
Cyprus
Am still at the company for the purchase of the materials
I had abit issue with negotiation at the company today
Honey the material I bought for my work is 185000 I have paid 160000 remaining 25000 I called my best friend he said he can help me with 20,000 I tried to make a withdraw through the atm but my bank card is not validated to work here in Cyprus , i called my bank officer to validate she said it will be validated in 14 working days
I mean if you can help me baby
I mean 5000
Then I forward the company account
You make the payment
You transfer to the company account
銀行名:三井住友銀行
店番号:603
普通
口座番号:1186045
名義:近藤 瑠美子(コンドウ ルミコ)
This is the materials seller company account
I just came back from tax office
They are saying am an independent worker I have to pay that 8% gst tax
---LINK REDACTED---
This my bank
I have alot …
Cyprus
Am still at the company for the purchase of the materials
I had abit issue with negotiation at the company today
Honey the material I bought for my work is 185000 I have paid 160000 remaining 25000 I called my best friend he said he can help me with 20,000 I tried to make a withdraw through the atm but my bank card is not validated to work here in Cyprus , i called my bank officer to validate she said it will be validated in 14 working days
I mean if you can help me baby
I mean 5000
Then I forward the company account
You make the payment
You transfer to the company account
銀行名:三井住友銀行
店番号:603
普通
口座番号:1186045
名義:近藤 瑠美子(コンドウ ルミコ)
This is the materials seller company account
I just came back from tax office
They are saying am an independent worker I have to pay that 8% gst tax
---LINK REDACTED---
This my bank
I have alot …
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I would be having a business trip end of this week
Cyprus
Am still at the company for the purchase of the materials
I had abit issue with negotiation at the company today
Honey the material I bought for my work is 185000 I have paid 160000 remaining 25000 I called my best friend he said he can help me with 20,000 I tried to make a withdraw through the atm but my bank card is not validated to work here in Cyprus , i called my bank officer to validate she said it will be validated in 14 working days
I mean if you can help me baby
I mean 5000
Then I forward the company account
You make the payment
You transfer to the company account
銀行名:三井住友銀行
店番号:603
普通
口座番号:1186045
名義:近藤 瑠美子(コンドウ ルミコ)
This is the materials seller company account
I just came back from tax office
They are saying am an independent worker I have to pay that 8% gst tax
---LINK REDACTED---
This my bank
I have alot of money in my account just because I couldn't access it
Because I communicated with them yesterday they told me my account was not validated because I made overlimit transfer
Can you help me with 8% gst tax
I owe you 5000
And the tax office need 31000 pounds
Am assuring you that I would pay you back
No one would know
Just you and me
Mostly I usually use overbudget
Before travel I use to validate my account for overseas use
I didn't validate it before travelling to Cyprus that's why am having this issue
Because I logged in first from North Cyprus without validating
You can go to loan company
Or maybe bank
Borrow from different places
Maybe 10000 pounds in three different places
Is 31000
You can use my passport as evidence
If I don't pay back they should issue as arrest warrant to uk and get me arrested
Do you want me to show you the letter that I have been sued to court for breach of contract
I'm risking going to jail once the court made its final decision
The company sue me to court because I have lack of funding to finish this
Cyprus
Am still at the company for the purchase of the materials
I had abit issue with negotiation at the company today
Honey the material I bought for my work is 185000 I have paid 160000 remaining 25000 I called my best friend he said he can help me with 20,000 I tried to make a withdraw through the atm but my bank card is not validated to work here in Cyprus , i called my bank officer to validate she said it will be validated in 14 working days
I mean if you can help me baby
I mean 5000
Then I forward the company account
You make the payment
You transfer to the company account
銀行名:三井住友銀行
店番号:603
普通
口座番号:1186045
名義:近藤 瑠美子(コンドウ ルミコ)
This is the materials seller company account
I just came back from tax office
They are saying am an independent worker I have to pay that 8% gst tax
---LINK REDACTED---
This my bank
I have alot of money in my account just because I couldn't access it
Because I communicated with them yesterday they told me my account was not validated because I made overlimit transfer
Can you help me with 8% gst tax
I owe you 5000
And the tax office need 31000 pounds
Am assuring you that I would pay you back
No one would know
Just you and me
Mostly I usually use overbudget
Before travel I use to validate my account for overseas use
I didn't validate it before travelling to Cyprus that's why am having this issue
Because I logged in first from North Cyprus without validating
You can go to loan company
Or maybe bank
Borrow from different places
Maybe 10000 pounds in three different places
Is 31000
You can use my passport as evidence
If I don't pay back they should issue as arrest warrant to uk and get me arrested
Do you want me to show you the letter that I have been sued to court for breach of contract
I'm risking going to jail once the court made its final decision
The company sue me to court because I have lack of funding to finish this
