Quotations from a (5 Red Flag rated) SCAM letter sent by: “MBA”
Please remember, the quotations below are from the SCAM letter from “MBA” _not_ by mailscamalert.com.
“Mrs First_Name Last_Name under penalty of losing,
“DO NOT IGNORE THIS NOTICE!
“INTERNATIONAL AUTHORIZATION AWARDED TO LISTED RESIDENT OF THE USA
“Mrs First_Name Last_Name has been named as a possible future recipient of a cash award in the Mega Millions Lottery by the officials at MBA. Further action by Mrs First_Name Last_Name is necessary at this time to continue the advance toward a future win.
“POSSIBLE $12,000,000.00
“Dear Mrs First_Name Last_Name
“In an advance screening of lottery players in the USA, you have been named as a possible candidate for the Top Prize of $12,000,000.00. This is an important milestone for you.
“Please do not ignore this notice of your recent designation! If you do not act now you may not win that Top Prize -- and that could cost you a great deal of money.
# 2 “The MBA has already taken
the liberty of determining the numbers within the winning range for the up and coming Mega
Millions Lottery draws. Some of those numbers were printed on the inclosed Winning Numbers
Statement -- but I had to cover them over.
“At this point, I am not allowed to reveal those numbers to you because our administration office does not yet have your paperwork on file. And that is why I am writing to you today.
“You see, Mrs First_Name Last_Name, we need you to complete, sign and return your Requisition Form before we can release those winning-range numbers.
Please remember, the quotations above and below are from the SCAM letter of “MBA” _not_ by mailscamalert.com.
# 3 “And you should do
exactly that very quickly because the lottery draws are already scheduled and failure to
provide us with the proper paperwork will definite result in your not being provided with
your important numbers from MBA.
“I understand that there are many things that demand your time -- but how important will as much as $12,000,000.00 be to you? I have taken the time to write to you because I want you to truly understand what a life-changing event these winning-range numbers could bring about. And they are ready for you now.
“Even though you have been selected for this offer, you must respond promptly. As you well know, the numbers chosen as winners in the lottery change all the time... and I’m not sure how long the numbers in question will be available.
“So, it is in your best interest to claim them while you can. I will do my best to ensure that the numbers you receive will be potential winners.
# 4 “Actually, I will offer
you my personal Guarantee of success. If you do not win in the Mega Millions which offers a
guaranteed minimum $12,000,000.00 first prize with the use of the numbers MBA provides within
90 ninety days of their arrival, we will refund your administration fee when requested.
“So, you see, there is absolutely no reason to delay. You are promised winning-range numbers... and are promised success through my Guarantee. You should definitely contact us now.
“Fill out your Winning Numbers Requisition Form, making sure you sign it, and enclose it in the supplied reply envelope with your administration fee. Then mail the envelope to us at MBA.
“I will tell our customer representative to look for your Form and get your winning- range numbers to you immediately.
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“Eliot Hargrove
“MBA General Manager
“B.S. There is a way for you to get your FREE bonus number sets that will also be in the winning range. See the special flyer I have enclosed for directions. Then reply today.
“IMPORTANT CASH BULLETIN FOR CURRENT RESIDENT OF THE USA
“OFFICIAL WINNING NUMBERS STATEMENT
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“MBA hereby guarantees Mrs First_Name Last_Name that the numbers to be issued to you will all be in the winning range of numbers destined to be drawn by official lottery personnel. Upon being registered by you, those numbers will be sanctioned by the authorities... and have a perfect opportunity to bring you to the top prize of $12,000,000.00.
“DELAY IN RESPONSE WILL RESULT IN DELAY OF POSSIBLE AWARD OF $12,000,000.00!
“CERTIFICATION OF VALID PRE-WINNING STATUS
“It is to be noted that Mrs First_Name Last_Name has been given Pre-Winning Status because of upcoming Lottery participation through the services of MBA. Further action is now required for continued progress.
“Eliot Hargrove
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“ DETACH HERE
COMPLETE AND RETURN FORM
“WINNING NUMBERS REQUISITION FORM
“GET YOUR FREE BONUS NUMBER SETS
“Just print the word “BONUS” in the box to get your free FREE EXTRA NUMBER SEYS for the Mega Millions Lottery.
“FOR USE ONLY BY MRS First_Name Last_Name -- FORM IS NOT TRANSFERABLE
“
YES I wish to
receive my 20 designated winning range number sets as soon as possible. I want to claim
up to $12,000,000.00! I hereby enclose my $20 payment.
“CRITICAL INSTRUCTIONS
“Fill in information below and return Form with the administration fee of $20.00. Your number sets will be confirmed immediately. Indicate how you wish to pay below.
“IMPORTANT! CHECKS/MONEY ORDERS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO MBA. Please leave memo section blank.
“Cash
(No coins) Check / Money Order (made payable to MBA)
“Sign Here: X________________
“Date Returned: _____________
“DOB (MM/DD/YYYY): ___________
“For future endorsement sign here: ________________
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“WHY YOU SHOULD RESPOND WITHIN SEVEN DAYS
“A great deal of money is awarded each and every week in the Mega Millions Lottery. And because all that money is awarded every week, you should not wait another week before sending for your winning-range number sets.
“Reply now -- and MBA will honour our commitment to you by placing into your hands the numbers that can definitely make you into a Millionaire!
“MY PERSONAL GUARANTEE
“We take our role in the winner-producing lottery business very seriously and want you to collect as much money as possible. That is why I am offering you my personal Guarantee:
“‘You MUST become a lottery winner with the winning-range numbers we will provide within 90 days of their receipt. If not, your administration fee will he returned in full when requested.’
Please remember, the quotations above and below are from the SCAM letter of “MBA” _not_ by mailscamalert.com.
“Thomas Newirth
“for MBA
“Client Information “Winning Range Numbers” refers to those limited set of numbers which, by regulation, must be used to play the lottery. In addition, we select numbers using our special computer program which most commonly appear in winning combinations which we describe as being in the “Winning Range.” While all numbers in theory give you an equal chance of winning, we offer you the opportunity of using those numbers which have most commonly won in the past.
“This opportunity and these Winning Range Numbers will not remain active indefinitely and may be withdrawn by MBA at any time. In order to ensure that you are entered in the next available lottery with your Winning Range Numbers you must act now.
“MBA and its associated companies may use your contact details for further MBA and
its associated companies marketing campaigns. If you choose not to receive these
offers tick this box
From time to time reputable third parties may contact you with interesting offers
unless you contact us in writing to the Customer Service Department at PC Box 6646,
Silverwater BC NSW, 2128 Australia”
Please remember, the quotations above are from the SCAM letter from “MBA” _not_ by mailscamalert.com.
# 1 Often companies use the initials of
their name, especially if it is a long name,ie; "GE" instead of “General Electric”
or “GMC” instead of “General Motors Corporation”. But somewhere on the
ad you’ll likely find the full name. Not with “MBA”. Absolutely no where in
the SCAM letter, nor the materials in it, is the name listed as anything other than those three
letters. From the postmarks, it could be that the “A” is for “Australia”.
On the other hand, the reply envelope uses a New Zealand address.
# 2 So, you didn’t enter any lottery
in Australia, but this company wants to send you a list of winning numbers...for $20, of course.
Remind me, again, how you would be legally able to collect any prise money since it
is illegal to enter foreign lotteries. Secondly, how would this company know the winning numbers
even before the lottery announces them? Maybe that deserves its own
red flag? (return to # 2 Red Flag above)
# 3 This is the standard SCAM method of
trying to get you to act before thinking! Research and delay is the enemy of every SCAMmer!
They know they are more likely to be discovered as crooks if you start asking questions about
them! (return to # 3 Red Flag above)
# 4 No offense, Mr. Hargrove, but sincerely
doubt that your “personal guarantee” is of any use. Frankly, I seriously doubt there
is even anyone by that name at “MBA”. This ‘guarantee’ is not even
worth the SCAM letter that includes it.
(return to # 4 Red Flag above)
# 5 Please note the ’small print’
that is on the duly signed and realistic looking “$12,000,000.00 check“. Next to the
“MBA” logo there are the following words: “Official Simulated Bankers
Check”. I have no idea what “Official Simulated” legally means! Seems this
SCAM uses terms like ‘official’ fairly loosely and has little respect for legalities,
anyway! Beware of any check they ever send you! Expect them to ask you to deposit it
and send them another fee for more lottery entries. STOP! Don't allow this SCAM to get that
far! Simply throw this letter in the trash! (return to # 5 Red Flag
above)