This is an internet job scam!

[Jeffrox]

From: Capt. Eric Hilton <CAPT.RICHILT@GMAIL.COM>

Subject: Urgent Response...................
Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 16:21:44 +0100 (11:21 EDT)


Hello,

I am Capt. Eric Hilton, 55 Years Old from (England) United Kingdom, I work with Princess Patricia - Luxury Motor Yacht in United Kingdom,We are seeking applicants to work on the new year-round UNITED KINGDOM flagged Passenger ship, Its a private own yacht,The monthly salary will be 6500 Pound sterling every month, Accommodation will be provided by the Company, I will like to know if you are interested in working on the ship.

I will be waiting to hear from you soonest

Capt. Eric Hilton.

<O(I also got one from "Capt Allen Harry", address' and phone numbers deleted))<O</O

[steelbeach]

Got a similar answer to a classified last week.
It first seems U.K. based but then the sentences don't seem to be correct.
At any rate I struck delete and made it history !
Woked for a company from India once and the message just reminds me of their style of English.
Hope everyone sees it as faked.

[jolly]

brits never say "United Kingdom", they just say uk, ONLY.

Or this:
"I will be waiting to hear from you soonest"

A brit would say something like:
Thanks to hear from you soonest

or,
many thanks for your soonest reply...


I will like to know.. (its not english)
This is just an indian playing god knows what!


He reminds me of my DPA - seems to me they went on same english classes!

[CaptAndrew]

This is just one example of many 419 type scams. If you were to reply they would ask for all kinds of personal information and also ask for upfront fees, usually by Western Union, often for worker immigrant visa or some such. This would be processed through a fictitious office of the UK government. They come up every day or two on some of the crewing sites I use. Dockwalk magazine forum has more info if you are interested. As for me, I just delete now as well.

[jolly]

They should be prosecuted. Why the law enforcement agencies don't do something about it? (state or federal)

[CaptAndrew]

They should be prosecuted. Why the law enforcement agencies don't do something about it? (state or federal)

Unfortunately they are often based in Africa or Asia and the route that the money runs is complex. Sadly they are outside US law. There is a group called Fraudinternational that is chasing down the worst of them but really it is like herding cats.

I did hear about one UK mariner who tracked down a "Contact" in Amsterdam who was trying to collect the money. Don't know what happened though.

[jolly]

So the only way to detect them (at least) is their pigeon english, and administrative fees they are asking for.

Not much else to do about it.

[Jeffrox]

I mark them as "phishing scam" from the link provided on HotMail.

[webworld]

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[Shellback]

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What a place to post an ad..

[Jeffrox]

They must have been attracted by the word "scam"

[rob789]

Usually the scams come from West Africa from places like Nigeria, hence the dodgy english.
Fake job offers are typical of scammers, as you can tell from this article about <a href="http://www.thatsnonsense.com/index.php?location=fake_job">fake job offers.</a>

Also avoid any email with the subject header <a href="http://www.thatsnonsense.com/index.php?location=view&id=473&keywords=Subj:%20Ur gent%20Response">Urgent Response</a>

I'd imagine that this would either be a phishing scam or 419 fraud. (i.e. theyd ask for bank details OR require you to pay for some certificate before you can start you "job")

[jolly]

This is email from:
job_sagacruise@yahoo.co.uk , adress from which they have just sent me a job confirmation:

quote
In view of the above fact,you have been shortlisted to join our noble team.
Attached is our employment form for your perusal.Furthermore,you are advised to fill the form and send a copy to us and to British on line immigration for your employment work visa documentation protocols:
Email: ukimmigrantdept@infobritish.info
unqoute

Later they were asking for remmitance of 250 gbp to some acct, in advance for "administration expenses"
Bullshit!

BOTH ADRESSES IN EXAMPLE ARE FALSE, ENDING WITH: infobritish.info AND yahoo.co.uk


Emails for UK government organisations end in gov.uk

It's a scam, don't send them anything


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If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is. The so-called "419" scam (aka "Nigeria scam" or "West African" scam) is a type of fraud named after the article of the Nigerian criminal code under which it is prosecuted. Here is a typical example.

Typically, victims of this scam are promised a portion of a large sum of money sitting in a bank account or in a deposit box at a security company, simply for providing a bank account to transfer the money into or for posing as a relative of a deceased person. Another very common variant promises a lottery prize from an internet lottery.

If recipients fall for the scam they are made to part with thousands and sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars in "bribes" for local officials, prepayments for courier services or deposits for accounts at (fake) banks before the "partners" disappear without trace. Read more about this type of scam here.

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The following addresses were used for 419 scam emails (last updated: 2009-11-05 02:46 JST)

....
ukimmgratoinglobaltravel@gmail.com
ukimmiexpert@mail2uk.com
ukimmigrantdept@infobritish.info
ukimmigration-permit@live.com
ukimmigration-services@live.com
ukimmigration.travellers@yahoo.co.uk
ukimmigration@in.com
ukimmigration_franksmith@london.com
ukimmigration_globaltravelles@yahoo.co.uk
ukimmigration_service@live.com
ukimmigrationapplication@london.com
ukimmigrationcentre@gmail.com
ukimmigrationclearanceservice@yahoo.co.uk
ukimmigrationglobalinfo@yahoo.co.uk
ukimmigrationhomeservice@yahoo.com
ukimmigrationhomesrvice@yahoo.com
ukimmigrationl@lawyer.com
ukimmigrationservice01@yahoo.com
ukimmigrationservicedep@yahoo.co.uk
ukimmigrationserviceln@yahoo.co.uk
ukimmigrationservices@rocketmail.com
ukimmigrationvisadept@googlemail.com

[bluejay]

I once played with these scammers a little joke. Told them to contact me immediately by phone at my toll-free number.
(202) 324-3000

If they called, I'm sure their heart missed a beat.
It's the FBI's telepehne number.

[mike173]

Check out the website http://www.419eater.com

They were featured in our local street paper "New Times" here in South Florida. It's a group of people whose hobby is baiting these scammers. Not sure where they get all there free time, but sometimes they string the scammers along for months, getting them to spend money. If nothing else, it's good for a laugh. Like bluejay giving them the FBI number. Also, there's good tips on what to look out for.

[jolly]

When you get an suspicious email: just copy it in google search machine. Then you will see what pops up!
Thats where I got the list above!

[oakrdrs909]

i got an email about a job offer which i want to post as a scam, sounded very fishy and then looked it up and found a same website with diferent company name.
http://www.bobbear.co.uk/henry-dedek-finance.html
http://campandmccon.com/careers.php
This is the first email i got:
Re: Careerbuilder. Employment with Campbell & McConnachie for Miguel Rodriguez Monday, November 09, 2009 Campbell & McConnachie Dear Miguel, We are pleased to confirm you have been selected to work for Campbell & McConnachie. We are delighted to make you the following job offer.
a)Clients database builder.(10 PEOPLE NEEDED)
b)E- Commerce Customer Service manager;(5 PEOPLE NEEDED)
c)Payments coordinator;(3 PEOPLE NEEDED)
d)Data entry specialist;(17 PEOPLE NEEDED-A.S.A.P)
e)Payments processing coordinator;(2 PEOPLE NEEDED)
We are taking applications for full and part-time employment. We provide training. Earnings opportunity up to $700 per week to start.
-Applicants must be at least eighteen years of age on the day they begin work .
-All applicants must have competence in spoken and written English. -Applicants must be TEAM PLAYERS with a great deal of can-do attitude.
-Bilingual skills are a big plus.
Your benefits package includes: I) Starting salary $20/hour , paid in bi-weekly installments. II) Full medical and dental coverage through our company's employee benefit plan. III) Sick leave, Vacation & personal days. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
To accept this job offer:Email back and we w ill provide you with all necessary information .
Sincerely Leslie, Hiring Coordinator,HR Departments , Campbell & McConnachie

second email:
You can find detailed information about the vacancy in attached "Detailed information". If you are interested please fill in the "Application form" and send it on to us on email. Sincerely , Leslie Light HR Departments , Campbell & McConnachie
application:
This Agreement is a Contract between you hereinafter referred to as Customer Service manager and Campbell & McConnachie LLC here in after referred to as Company "we", "our" or "us" as appropriate.
This Agreement describes your and our rights and responsibilities in the context of providing services related for the _____________________________________________ training courses.
( your possition here)
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the Parties hereto agree as follows:

1. SUBJECT OF THE AGREEMENT

1.1. THE PRESENT AGREEMENT COMES INTO FORCE AND IS CONSIDERED VALID PROVIDED THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE OBSERVED:
1.2. THE AGREEMENT IS SIGNED BY BOTH PARTIES OR ALL INCURRED TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE OBSERVED BY THE CLIENT.

2. GENERAL TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT

2.1. The Parties acknowledge the legal force of documents' records received via communication channels equal and as effective as the documents made in writing.

3. LIABILITIES OF THE PARTIES
3.1. _________________________ is liable to:
( your possition here)
3.1.1. Follow the provisions of the present Agreement
3.1.2. Provide and confirm the following data:
3.1.2.1. Legal status of residence in the country.
3.1.2.2. Bank account valid for accepting payments from company side for the job and money for the training courses.
3.1.2.3. TELEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE TO BE CONTACTED BY THE SENIOR MANAGER.
3.1.3. DEVOTE 3-4 BUSINESS HOURS PER DAY OF FREE TIME TO BE SPENT FOR TRAINING COURSES.
3.1.4. RECEIVE MONEY ON HIS/HER ACCOUNT FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSES: SALARY, MONEY FOR THE TRAINING, PAYMENT FOR TAXES AND FEES TO CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER FROM COMPANY.

3.2. COMPANY AGREES

3.2.1. TO FOLLOW ALL PROVISIONS OF THE AGREEMENT.
3.2.2. STARTING SALARY $20/HOUR , PAID IN BI-WEEKLY INSTALLMENTS BY YOUR CHOICE OF CHECK OR DIRECT DEPOSIT.
3.2. 4.Performance Bonuses: Up to three percent of your annual gross salary, paid quarterly by your choice of check or direct deposit.The training period wage shall amount $490 for 10 training days, $49 for each training day.
3.2.4. To provide Customer Service Manager with all company benefits during the training period.
3.2.5. To advise Customer Service Manager on all questions related to cooperation during the duration period of the Agreement as stipulated herein.

4. BENEFITS

Company benefits shall include:
4.1 401(k) retirement account
4.2 Annual stock options
4.3 Child daycare assistance
4.4 Education assistance
4.5 Health, dental, life and disability insurance
4.6 Sick leave
4.7 Vacation and personal days
4.8 Money from company side for all purposes related to the job: Internet, cell phone, training, bank fees and taxes.

5. LIABILITIES OF THE PARTIES

5.1. THE PARTIES BEAR RESPONSIBILITY FOR NON-PERFORMANCE OR INADEQUATE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR LIABILITIES IN THE CONTEXT OF THE PRESENT AGREEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GOVERNING LAW OF THE USA AND WITH RESPECT OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE PRESENT AGREEMENT.

6. FORCE MAJEURE

6.1. NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DELAY OR NONPERFORMANCE OF ANY PROVISION OF THE PRESENT AGREEMENT DUE TO FORCE MAJEURE CIRCUMSTANCES ARISING AFTER THE DATE OF CONCLUSION OF THE AGREEMENT.
6.2. THE FOLLOWING CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL BE ACKNOWLEDGED AS FORCE MAJEURE EVENTS: FIRE, EXPLOSION, FLOOD OR OTHER NATURAL AND INDUSTRIAL CATASTROPHE; TERROR; WARFARE; STRIKES OR LABOR DIFFICULTIES; OTHER UNFORESEEN OR PRECLUDED CIRCUMSTANCES PREVENTING THE PARTIES TO FOLLOW THEIR LIABILITIES STIPULATED BY THE AGREEMENT.
6.3. THE PARTY SHALL NOTIFY THE OTHER AS PROMPTLY AS PRACTICABLE, BUT NO LATER THAN 3 (THREE) WORKING DAYS OF THE OCCURRENCE OF A FORCE MAJEURE EVENT HEREWITH. FAILURE OR THE DELAY TO NOTIFY THE OTHER PARTY OF FORCE MAJEURE EVENTS SHALL NOT RELEASE THE PARTY FROM ITS LIABILITIES HEREUNDER.

7. PERSONAL INFORMATION
FIRST NAME: _____________________
LAST NAME: _____________________
ADDRESS: _______________________
ON THIS ADDRESS WILL BE SHIPPED PERSONAL MANAGER ID CARD FOR TRAINING COURSES.
CITY: _____________________
STATE: _____________________
ZIP CODE: _____________________
COUNTRY: UNITED STATES
Home phone: +1 (___) _______-__________
Available on the phone from: ____ (AM/PM) till ____ (AM/PM)
Cell phone: +1 (___) _______-__________
Available on the phone from: ____ (AM/PM) till ____ (AM/PM)
E-Mail address: ___________________

8. ACCOUNT INFORMATION
ON THIS ACCOUNT YOU WILL RECEIVE MONEY FOR THE TRAINING COURSES FROM THE COMPANY SIDE AND MONEY FOR YOUR JOB (DAILY OR WEEKLY). ALL GIVEN INFORMATION AS STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL WILL NOT BE SHARED WITH ANY THIRD PARTIES. IF YOU DON’T WANT TO PROVIDE US YOUR OWN ACCOUNT INFORMATION, JUST OPEN A NEW ONE PERSONAL ACCOUNT IN BANK OF AMERICA (COMPANY HAS AGREEMENT WITH THIS BANK) AND PROVIDE US WITH NEW ACCOUNT INFORMATION.

*BANK NAME: ______________________________
* IF YOU HAVE AN ACCOUNT IN BANK OF AMERICA, YOU RECEIVE A NUMBER OF ADVANTAGES. SINCE OUR COMPANY HAS A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH BANK OF AMERICA, YOU CAN RECEIVE YOUR SALARY AND MONEY FOR THE TRAINING AND WORK EXPENSES (INTERNET, PHONE CONNECTION ETC.) DIRECTLY TO YOUR ACCOUNT WITHIN ONE BANKING DAY AFTER THE MONEY IS SENT.

9. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After first part of the training in e-Commerce Services for payment systems I will be available to meet my manager face to face in my local area for the second part of the training in _____________________________________ ( your possition here)

IN WITNESS WHEREOF THE UNDERSIGNED HAVE EXECUTED THIS AGREEMENT AS OF THE DAY AND YEAR FIRST WRITTEN ABOVE. THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE THAT FACSIMILE AND E-MAIL SIGNATURES SHALL BE AS EFFECTIVE AS IF ORIGINALS.
Campbell & McConnachie LLC
By: Jack Stewart By:____________________
Its: Main Manager
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[jolly]

Can you give us the email adress you got them from?

[oakrdrs909]

its info@campandmccon.com

[CaptAndrew]

But those positions are "Perfectly" suited to a mariner. It must be genuine.