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Nigerian man arrested in Perth for numerous online scams

Nigerian man arrested in Perth for numerous online scams

Computer Crime Squad Detectives in Perth have arrested a 29 year-old Nigerian man for his alleged involvement with an international online crime syndicate which media reports claim has defrauded its victims of $1 million.
Staff Writers Feb 25 2008 3:12PM Security
Spammers plead guilty to "419" scams that netted US$1.2 million

Spammers plead guilty to "419" scams that netted US$1.2 million

Three men pleaded guilty this week in New York to running get-rich-quick spam schemes - including a scam where one of the men claimed to have terminal throat cancer - targeting email users.
Frank Washkuch Feb 1 2008 9:55AM Security
Kerry Packer used as hook in email scam

Kerry Packer used as hook in email scam

Business tycoon, the late Kerry Packer, is the subject of an unsolicited email that is attempting to dupe vulnerable Australian’s into transferring personal funds to overseas scammers.
Negar Salek Nov 5 2007 11:09AM Security
Police warn about internet scammers

Police warn about internet scammers

Queensland Police are warning people to be wary of investment scams, after more than $7 million was netted by Nigerian scammers from Queenslanders.
Vivienne Fisher Feb 2 2006 2:50PM Security

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