Brad
Waukesha,#2Consumer Comment
Mon, March 06, 2006
Arlene, I'm sorry to hear that this happened to you. Unfortunately you probably will never get the money you sent them returned to you as the email you received is a scam that has been going on for many years now & sadly you probably won't be the last victim of it either. I work in the IT field and I see this kind of junk far to often and I always remind people, if you get an email that looks to good to be true, it probably is. I would suggest you tell everyone on your email list that if they get this type of email or something similar, just delete it, don't even open it because sometimes those emails can also contain a viruses. To get more information on International Lottery scams and other fraudulent operations, Google or do a web search for Fraud Watch International. Lots of good information there. You also may want to visit the Federal Trade Commission website as well to see what information they have on fraudulent scams as well. Best of luck to you
Denise
Topeka,#3Consumer Suggestion
Sun, March 05, 2006
Arlene, I am sorry to hear of your plight. Many people are far too eager to get rich fast and do not consider the consequences. Here are some simple tips to remember if you or anyone out there receives another offer like this: 1. International lotteries are illegal in the U.S.A. 2. If you never entered this or any lottery, how can you win? 3. Anyone that asks for money upfront,to pay for taxes, fees or handling costs before you can receive any winnings, is a liar! All taxes and/or fees are to be paid from the actual winnings. If you still have any correspondence from El Gorado Lottery Office, you should send copies and file a complaint with your local postmaster and State Attorney General. Maybe you could also contact an attorney that deal with international lottery scams and try to get your money back. Good Luck!! Remeber: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Denise
Topeka,#4Consumer Suggestion
Sun, March 05, 2006
Arlene, I am sorry to hear of your plight. Many people are far too eager to get rich fast and do not consider the consequences. Here are some simple tips to remember if you or anyone out there receives another offer like this: 1. International lotteries are illegal in the U.S.A. 2. If you never entered this or any lottery, how can you win? 3. Anyone that asks for money upfront,to pay for taxes, fees or handling costs before you can receive any winnings, is a liar! All taxes and/or fees are to be paid from the actual winnings. If you still have any correspondence from El Gorado Lottery Office, you should send copies and file a complaint with your local postmaster and State Attorney General. Maybe you could also contact an attorney that deal with international lottery scams and try to get your money back. Good Luck!! Remeber: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Denise
Topeka,#5Consumer Suggestion
Sun, March 05, 2006
Arlene, I am sorry to hear of your plight. Many people are far too eager to get rich fast and do not consider the consequences. Here are some simple tips to remember if you or anyone out there receives another offer like this: 1. International lotteries are illegal in the U.S.A. 2. If you never entered this or any lottery, how can you win? 3. Anyone that asks for money upfront,to pay for taxes, fees or handling costs before you can receive any winnings, is a liar! All taxes and/or fees are to be paid from the actual winnings. If you still have any correspondence from El Gorado Lottery Office, you should send copies and file a complaint with your local postmaster and State Attorney General. Maybe you could also contact an attorney that deal with international lottery scams and try to get your money back. Good Luck!! Remeber: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Denise
Topeka,#6Consumer Suggestion
Sun, March 05, 2006
Arlene, I am sorry to hear of your plight. Many people are far too eager to get rich fast and do not consider the consequences. Here are some simple tips to remember if you or anyone out there receives another offer like this: 1. International lotteries are illegal in the U.S.A. 2. If you never entered this or any lottery, how can you win? 3. Anyone that asks for money upfront,to pay for taxes, fees or handling costs before you can receive any winnings, is a liar! All taxes and/or fees are to be paid from the actual winnings. If you still have any correspondence from El Gorado Lottery Office, you should send copies and file a complaint with your local postmaster and State Attorney General. Maybe you could also contact an attorney that deal with international lottery scams and try to get your money back. Good Luck!! Remeber: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.