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EMAIL SCAM: If you receive a letter or email from someone that contains an "urgent" message asking for money, it is probably a scam - do not reply to the message, even if it originated from a familiar email address. There are several clues that this type of message is a scam, it will probably be addressed to "undisclosed recipients", and there will be spelling and grammatical errors that indicate it originated in a foreign country or was composed by someone with poor understanding of English language. The message below is one example, currently in circulation:

"I really hope you get this fast. I could not inform anyone about My trip, because it was impromptu. I had to be in Manila, Philippines for a program. The program was successful, but my journey has turned sour. I misplaced My wallet and cell phone on my way back to the hotel i lodge in after i went for sight seeing. The wallet contained all the valuables i had. Now, my passport is in custody of the hotel management pending when i make payment.

I am sorry if i am inconveniencing you, but i have only very few people to run to now. i will be indeed very grateful if i can get a loan of $2,500 USD from you. this will enable me sort my hotel bills and get my self back home.. I will really appreciate whatever you can afford in assisting me with. I promise to refund it in full as soon as I return.

Let me know if you can be of any assistance. Please, let me know soonest.

Thanks so much."

If you receive a message like this, don't forward it. Contact your internet/email provider and report it, or simply delete it.