# Scam (Internet and Otherwise) Omnibus Thread **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [April 4, 2022, 6:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265 "2022-04-04T18:23:22Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 35
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [November 12, 2023, 4:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/681 "2023-11-12T16:20:30Z")
> [@running\_coach](#): > > (Attached are 2 photos which are clearly clothing modeling shots from a shopping website) > Dr. Sowah, > She looks very well cared for. I doubt I could do any better. > > Peter Mosse To continue: > Dear Mosse, > > Yes you are very write she look well care for, because we make sure we do our possible best to look after her till this age and give her good education. > > But base of the report we got from her school that she feel Intimidated sometimes because she is not in the means of her color that is why the family layer brought it to my notice that we should look for parental support for her outside Ghana who will look after her and manage the parent funds and investment for securing her future. > > Thanks as I await your reply. > Dr. Miss Zainab Sowah > Zainab Mission Hospital. > Accra, Ghana. I’ll be out for most of the day, I’ll answer more completely when I’m back home. Peter Mosse > Dear Mosse, > Appreciated as your message will be awaited. > > Thanks as I await your reply. > Dr. Miss Zainab Sowah > Zainab Mission Hospital. > Accra, Ghana. Greetings upon the day, Dr. Sowah What can I do to help this poor child? Peter Mosse ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/682 "2023-11-21T22:08:23Z")
I’ve been seeing something new in my spam folder: messages which lead off with > This message was sent from a trusted sender. (Narrator: Yeah, right, sure.) Lately, these have been followed by two icons which indicate there should be images which aren’t loading – even if I move the message out of the spam folder. ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [December 4, 2023, 6:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/683 "2023-12-04T18:07:11Z")
“[irs.gov](http://irs.gov)” has been sending out tax refund notices. The emails are actually from New Zealand. ---
**Author:** ![Dogginit](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dogginit/32/16920_2.png) [@Dogginit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dogginit)\ **Post date:** [December 4, 2023, 6:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/684 "2023-12-04T18:29:04Z")
The rent is cheaper there… ---
**Author:** ![PastTense](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/pasttense/32/14550_2.png) [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Post date:** [December 15, 2023, 5:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/685 "2023-12-15T17:50:22Z")
> **[A former White House scientist was scammed out of $655,000. Then came the IRS.](https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/12/14/cyber-crime-scams-irs-taxes/)** > > The government that Frances Sharples served for more than four decades considers the money to be income, compounding her pain. Unpaywalled version: [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/a-former-white-house-scientist-was-scammed-out-of-655000-then-came-the-irs/ar-AA1lukXy](https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/a-former-white-house-scientist-was-scammed-out-of-655000-then-came-the-irs/ar-AA1lukXy) Interesting. ---
**Author:** ![Treppenwitz](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/treppenwitz/32/3445_2.png) [@Treppenwitz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Treppenwitz)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 8:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/686 "2024-01-01T20:56:33Z")
Anyone got any ideas on this one? In a sense it couldn’t be more low tech. A printed sign next to a pay machine in a parking lot. It reads, in toto: > Warning scammers! > Do not pay someone else’s car park fee using your credit or debit card. > If someone needs help paying , please call Tandridge District Council on (number) That’s it. Is this a known thing? Is there something smarter to this than just conning someone out a … a parking lot fee? (Along the lines of _don’t hand your money to a stranger_ - we need signs for that now?) j ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/687 "2024-01-01T21:01:08Z")
> [@Treppenwitz](#): > > That’s it. Is this a known thing? Is there something smarter to this than just conning someone out a … a parking lot fee? (Along the lines of _don’t hand your money to a stranger_ - we need signs for that now?) - > > j Possibly the scammer has a way to steal the card info. ---
**Author:** ![Treppenwitz](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/treppenwitz/32/3445_2.png) [@Treppenwitz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Treppenwitz)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2024, 10:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/688 "2024-01-01T22:39:17Z")
That’s kinda what I was wondering - otherwise I can’t explain why anyone would bother with the sign. But is there a way to do that just stood in a parking lot? Strange. j ---
**Author:** ![John\_DiFool](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/john_difool/32/19543_2.png) [@John\_DiFool](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_DiFool)\ **Post date:** [January 27, 2024, 5:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/689 "2024-01-27T17:48:00Z")
Very strange email. 3 weeks ago I ordered a car recharger from Amazon, in case a frigid cold snap causes my battery to not work. As an added bonus it has a tire pump, which is good since my wheels have slow leaks in them, always have to top off weekly. Amazon said that they got my return of this item and will be refunding me the cost of the item. It currently sits on my couch 3 feet away. Yes I closed the email window without clicking on anything and went over to Amazon, which confirms the return and that it is the exact model that I still have. Googling indicates unscrupulous people getting refunds for items they claim them lost and such, but typically for much more expensive items than this one. But Amazon apparently got a doppelganger of the item I still have. So where did that extra item come from? Should I contact them? ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 1:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/690 "2024-02-08T01:42:42Z")
It’s been slow and uninteresting for a while but I got a live one this afternoon. > I have an important message for you inbox me on WhatsApp as soon as possible (Nigerian phone number redacted) I don’t use Whatsapp. Email is a perfectly usable method to communicate. Peter Mosse > I hope my content brings you light and happiness Worried about something and don’t know what to do?? I can help you in a Spiritual way. > > Below is what I do: > > 1. Love spell > > 2. Pregnancy/ Marry me Spell > > 3. Bring back Ex lover > > 4. Financial spell > > 5. Make your lover be under your control > > 6. Lottery spell/ Good Luck Spell > > 7. Love Binding spell. > > 8. Spell to win court case > > 9. Relationship Reading > > 10. Protection Spell > > 11. Career Spell > > 12. Divorce spell > > 13. Remove marriage problem spell > > 14. Business growth spell > > 15. Exam success spell > > 16. Weight loss/ gain spell > > 17. Banishing spell > > All my spells are Guaranteed and has no negative effects. > > Are you interested in any of my services > Show quoted text Divorce spell, please. If that works, I’ll be back for a love binding spell. Peter Mosse > How long have you been married? Way too long. Peter Mosse > How many years? 38 Peter Mosse > Alright here’s what you are going to do for me what’s your name and where’re you from You have my name. I’m in South Carolina. Peter Mosse > Alright I need a picture of you and your wife and her name Her name is Alina. I’ve destroyed all the pictures. Why would I want those around? Peter Mosse > Alright then send me a picture of you and your Left palm > Hello are you still there Photos attached. Peter Mosse [![](https://i.imgur.com/Ct9DOex_d.jpg?maxwidth=520&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) ](https://i.imgur.com/Ct9DOex_d.jpg?maxwidth=520&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) [![](https://i.imgur.com/MwhqAHV.jpg) ](https://i.imgur.com/MwhqAHV.jpg) > Alright note my work will only take 24 hours > After I’m done with your work, she will be the one begging for a devoice > Note I don’t charge for service what I will only ask you to do is to provide everything I will use for your work, do you understand I asked for a divorce spell, not a devoice spell. Peter Mosse > Sorry for the mistake, I meant divorce > Do you understand everything I have said I hope you’re not that sloppy in your work. Peter Mosse > I’m at the temple right now > Do you want me to begin now Yes. Peter Mosse > Alright my child Here are the materials I will need for the work > > 1 an eagle scout > > 2 flow pedals > > 3 cowries > > 4 two red candles > > 5 mustard seeds > > It cost 120€ Where am I supposed to find all that? Peter Mosse > At the local market, I was thinking that I should get them myself it will be more easy and quicker beside I will know the right one to choose, I just need the money to go and get them Send me the receipt once you buy all that and I’ll send payment. Peter Mosse > I don’t have that kind of money to get them, or you can get them your self , your choice How do I send you the money? I can’t buy an eagle scout in this country. Peter Mosse > Do you have PayPal? No. It’s not secure. Peter Mosse > What about cash app No. I don’t do any of that stuff on my phone. I can send through my bank, money transfer like Western Union or MoneyGram or gift cards. Peter Mosse > Alright then just get a gift card Any preference? Peter Mosse > An apple gift card OK, be a few minutes. Peter Mosse > Alright Receipt attached. Peter Mosse [![](https://i.imgur.com/GItHGKP.jpg) ](https://i.imgur.com/GItHGKP.jpg) > Where’s the code? Read the receipt. Peter Mosse > Alright > Alright son > > I’ll let you know when I’ve gotten it > Hello son, which country are you You don’t know where South Carolina is? Peter Mosse > I know where it is, in USA Then why did you ask? Peter Mosse > Where’s Alina from? She was born in Sweden but her parents are from Russia and Yugoslavia. Peter Mosse > Ok > Son have they send you the image of the code to redeem it, check your email Read the receipt. _You_ get the code, not me. Peter Mosse > Is it my email address you put on it? What do you think? Peter Mosse > I don’t know, because I haven’t received any code Yeah, you did. Now do what I paid you to do. Peter Mosse [![](https://i.imgur.com/X8To2As.jpg) ](https://i.imgur.com/X8To2As.jpg) > Show me a screenshot with my email on it I just did. Peter Mosse > My name isn’t there, and they haven’t sent me e the code The order number and your email is there. . Now, get rid of this bitch. Peter Mosse What are you doing? She’s still here. Peter Mosse And that’s where it stands. It was almost 2 am Nigerian time so either he’s gone to bed or that’s the end. ---
**Author:** ![ParallelLines](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/parallellines/32/3575_2.png) [@ParallelLines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ParallelLines)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 2:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/691 "2024-02-08T02:49:42Z")
Am I the only one who wonders where someone can get an _[Eagle Scout](https://nesa.org/)_ for such a low price? Damn, we knew human trafficking was a cutthroat business, but I can’t imagine them getting buy on such margins! No wonder they have to turn to scummy scams! (no human trafficking isn’t particularly funny, but daaaaayum) ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/692 "2024-02-08T03:01:13Z")
> [@ParallelLines](#): > > Am I the only one who wonders where someone can get an _[Eagle Scout](https://nesa.org/)_ for such a low price? - Yeah, I puzzled over that myself. I presumed it’s a botched/poor translation. Maybe an eagle egg or newly hatched chick. Ties in rest of the list. ---
**Author:** ![ParallelLines](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/parallellines/32/3575_2.png) [@ParallelLines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ParallelLines)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/693 "2024-02-08T03:04:10Z")
Well, yeah, almost certainly, but our version is much more amusing! We mock each other for our many and varied typos, swypos, as well as other mangled diction and punctuation. It is practically our duty as dopers to snicker and mock such wonderful Engrish given the chance! ---
**Author:** ![Dewey\_Finn](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dewey_finn/32/4222_2.png) [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/694 "2024-02-08T03:06:24Z")
I was wondering about the request for a photo of the left palm. Why would they want that? ---
**Author:** ![Dag\_Otto](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/439d5e/32.png) [@Dag\_Otto](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dag_Otto)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/695 "2024-02-08T03:08:40Z")
It turns out that the Eagle Scout is also required for the Pregnancy spell. I guess there wasn’t a badge for that when I was in scouts. ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/696 "2024-02-08T03:10:48Z")
> [@Dewey\_Finn](#): > > I was wondering about the request for a photo of the left palm. Why would they want that? - A quick Googling shows there’s some sort of taboo about the left hand among some Nigerian cultures. I didn’t bother trying to dig any further. Still doesn’t explain why he wanted the photo unless it’s needed to “dissolve” or wreck something. Such as a marriage. ---
**Author:** ![ParallelLines](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/parallellines/32/3575_2.png) [@ParallelLines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ParallelLines)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/697 "2024-02-08T03:16:36Z")
> [@Dag\_Otto](#): > > It turns out that the Eagle Scout is also required for the Pregnancy spell. I guess there wasn’t a badge for that when I was in scouts. Once you go scout, you’ll want out (of marriage)? An Eagle Scout is always prepared (to knock up your wife)? I’m really starting to wonder. ---
**Author:** ![Dewey\_Finn](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dewey_finn/32/4222_2.png) [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/698 "2024-02-08T03:25:27Z")
> [@running\_coach](#): > > > [@Dewey\_Finn](#): > > > > I was wondering about the request for a photo of the left palm. Why would they want that? - > > A quick Googling shows there’s some sort of taboo about the left hand among some Nigerian cultures. I didn’t bother trying to dig any further. Still doesn’t explain why he wanted the photo unless it’s needed to “dissolve” or wreck something. Such as a marriage. Thanks. The other oddity is offering things like “love spells” to Americans. ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/699 "2024-02-08T03:31:14Z")
> [@Dewey\_Finn](#): > > Thanks. The other oddity is offering things like “love spells” to Americans. - These things are sent out _en masse._ They just have a list of emails with no indication of where they are. The fact I answered and seemed to believe it is all he needed. ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2024, 3:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265/700 "2024-02-08T15:54:34Z")
The saga continues… What are you doing? She’s still here. Peter Mosse > Son I haven’t gotten any code to redeem the card You’re going to have to prove it. Screenshot your inbox for the relevant timeframe. Peter Mosse > (only a screenshot of this morning, not the timeframe requested) That’s not the correct time frame. Do you think I’m a fool? Peter Mosse > Listen to me son I don’t know what you are saying, but I didn’t get any code, I haven’t redeem the card, you have it just redeem it, I’ll send you my MoneyGram details so you’ll use MoneyGram to send it The whole point of the card setup is that I have no access, only you. Peter Mosse > Then make a complain tell them that I didn’t receive any code > What’s 120 that I will be lying about > Should I send you my MoneyGram details? Sorry, I had to go out. You need to contact SecureGiftCard, I have no access. Peter Mosse > They didn’t send me any code, should I send you my MoneyGram details, so that I can get your work done All right, what are your MG details. Did you know you’re a lazy fuck? Peter Mosse > First name: Isaac > > Middle name: Ehiguese > > Surname: Osagie > > Country: Nigeria Who is this? Why aren’t you getting the money? Peter Mosse > That’s the items seller address, so that I can just go there and get them, just hurry up and get it done How will he know it’s from you? Peter Mosse > Son I’ve already told him, why asking so much question I just want to make sure there’s no mistakes. What currency should I send? Peter Mosse > Dollars. Is that US dollars or another country’s dollar? Peter Mosse > US Dollars $ OK. Just trying to avoid mistakes. The last guy I used couldn’t even set a decent car fire. Peter Mosse > Alright send me a screenshot when you’re done with it Receipt attached. Peter Mosse [![](https://i.imgur.com/aI82qwW_d.jpg?maxwidth=520&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) ](https://i.imgur.com/aI82qwW_d.jpg?maxwidth=520&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) > Son where’s the reference number Right below where it says “Reference Number”. Peter Mosse > Alright He’ll get this when he complains the number is no good. [![](https://i.imgur.com/qu42DOM_d.jpg?maxwidth=520&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) ](https://i.imgur.com/qu42DOM_d.jpg?maxwidth=520&shape=thumb&fidelity=high) [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265.md?page=34) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-internet-and-otherwise-omnibus-thread/962265.md?page=36)