Dette fikk jeg som e-post:
INTERNATIONAL LOTTERY INC.
FROM:THE DESK OF THE VICE PRESIDENT INTERNATIONAL LOTTERY INC/PRIZE AWARD DEPT.
Ref. Number:EGS/2551256012/02
Batch Number:14/0017/1PD[
ATTENTION.
Sir/Ma/Miss,
We are pleased to inform you of the result of the winners of the International Lottery programs held on the 15th Febuary,2003.Your e-mail address attached to ticket number 025--11464992--750 with serial number 2113--05 drew lucky numbers 8-10-23-30-32-49 which consequently won in the 3rd category.You have therefore been approved for a lump sum pay of US$ 150,000.00(One hundred and fifty thousand United States Dollars) in cash credited to file REF NO:EGS/2551256012/02.This is from a total cash prize of US $2.250.000.00(Two million two hundred and fifty thousand dollars)shared among the fifteen international winnersin this category. CONGRATULATIONS!!! Due to mix up of some numbers and names we ask that you keep your winning information confidential until your claims has been processed and your money Remitted to you.This is part of our security protocol to avoid double claiming and unwarranted abuse of this program by some participants. All participants were selected through a computer ballot system drawn from over 20,000 company and 30,000,000 individual email addresses and names from all over the world.This promotional program takes place every three years,the lottery was promoted and sponsored by the President of the World Largest software,Bill Gates.We hope with part of your winning you will take part in our next year USD 50 million international lottery.To file for your claim please contact our financial agent,Foriegn operations manager ERIK MOORE of the Macarthy Finance Trust Security Services with your telephone and fax numbers. TEL:0031-630118250 FAX:0031-645678572 Email:macarthyfinancesecom@yahoo.com Remember all winning must be claimed not later than 21st of April 2003. After this date all unclaimed funds will be included in the next stake. Please note in order to avoid unnecessary delays and complications please remember to quote your reference number and batch numbers in all correspondence.Furthermore,should there be any change of address do inform our agent as soon as possible. Congratulations once more from our members of staff and thank you for being part of our promotional program. Note: Anybody under the age of 18 is automatically disqualified. Sincerely yours, KATTY GARCIA. Lotto Co-ordinator

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Jeg svarte ikke på henvendelsen, men en som fikk en liknenede "gevinst" og svarte pr e-post fikk følgende svar:
Dear Sir, Be informed that we have been notified by International Lotto UK (www.internationallottouk.com) that you are a Category B winner and we are to handle the transfer of your prize of US$2,500,000.00 in line with our procedures and upon your directions. Your prize has been insured to its principal value in your name and will be transferred upon meeting our requirements which is meant to satisfy all official laws and protocols as mandated by the United Kingdom Gaming Board. You will be required to complete a verification form and also to pay the sum of E5625(Five Thousand Six Hundred and Twenty Five Euros).This amount covers account opening,handling, transfer, insurance and mailing costs and charges. Please note that there can be no deductions from the prize money as it has been insured to its full value. To initiate the collection of your funds, please click on the link below to fill the application form for claims processing: International Contracting Company If that does not work, copy and paste the above link on your browser address bar to access the form. Be assured that in line with our principles of efficiency, transparency and customer satisfaction, we will handle all transfer operations with the highest level of professionalism and discretion to ensure you receive your prize within the shortest possible time. You will only help us by fulfilling all requirements accordingly as all procedures are meant to protect clients and to avoid cases of misappropriation and mishandling of prize monies. You are required to respond and act promptly to all instructions provided above. Contact me immediately if you encounter any problems processing your claims or wish to ask questions on issues not understood. I await your response. You shall receive a mail giving you instructions on how to remit the fees shortly after you submit the verification form. Yours faithfully, Carl Gareth, Financial Director International Contracting Company Ltd www.internationalcontractingcompany.com

Altså må du betale ca 50.000 kroner for å få overført "gevinsten"
Vil du fortsatt bli millionær?

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