Suspected spammer: [email protected]
Received by us: Thu, 8 May 2025 14:37:15 +0000 (UTC)
SpamAssasin rating: 7.2
Email analysis
This email is a glaring example of a phishing scam that aims to deceive recipients into believing they are entitled to a substantial financial windfall. Key indicators of its fraudulent nature are plentiful. Firstly, it originates from a non-official Gmail address ([email protected]) instead of a legitimate corporate domain, which raises immediate suspicions about the sender’s authenticity. The email claims a sizable amount of money ($4.5 million USD) is waiting for the recipient, which is a common tactic employed by scammers to generate excitement and urgency.
The correspondence uses phrases such as “Urgency” and requests the recipient to “verify” their identity and provide sensitive personal information like full name, address, and bank account details, a clear attempt to gather private information for identity theft. Additionally, the convoluted reference to a supposed Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd adds an unnecessary layer of complexity that is typical of scams designed to confuse and manipulate. The email features threats by implying that the recipient must immediately respond to avoid complications, a tactic aimed at inciting hasty decisions.
Moreover, the message includes a series of typical scam tropes, including the promise of “professional service” and the suggestion to cease all communication with other parties. This is meant to isolate the victim and ensure that they do not consult with third parties, increasing the likelihood of adhering to the scammer’s demands. It’s critical to remain vigilant against such unsolicited and dubious emails, never disclose personal information to unknown sources, and report suspicious correspondence to proper authorities.
The email's subject was excessively long. For aesthetic reasons, we truncated it. The full version is reproduced below.
DID YOU SEND ANYONE TO REPRESENT YOU TO MAKE THE CLAIMS OF YOUR FUNDS FROM OUR BANK?
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Attention: Rightful Sole Beneficiary,
I hereby send to you the information Submitted by Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd, with an Application to Receive the Contract Payment of US$4.5 Million USD (Four Million Five Hundred United States Dollars) on your behalf. Please as a Matter of Urgency, you are Required to Verify and Respond to the Questions Below and Inform us if you are Aware or Know Anything About this.
1. Did you instruct Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd. From Taiwan, whose Information(s) is Below, to Claim and Receive the Payment on your Behalf?
2. Did you Sign a Deed of Assignment in his Favor thereby Making him the Current Beneficiary?
3. Are you Aware of this Bank Account information he has Submitted for Transfer of the Fund(s) Below?
Bank Name: Standard Chartered Bank Account Name: Lin Teng-Chen A/C No.: USD-003-97289919701 Swift Code: SCBLHKHHXXX
I advise you to Reaffirm your Position on this Matter with Immediate Effect and Notify us if you instructed Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd, to Claim your Fund(s) to Enable me to Endorse the Transaction/Payment Approval Order on his Behalf.
Alternatively, we can Transfer the Fund(s) to your Designated Bank Account, if you did not Assign Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd Making him the Current Beneficiary?
We Anticipate your Quick Response, and be Rest Assured of our Professional Service to you when you have Replied back to us via the Full Contact Information Stated below here as follows:
BANK NAMES: STANBIC BANK GHANA LIMITED BANK BRANCH MANAGER NAME: EDWARD SOKOTO Phone Number: +233-533 791 520 WhatsApp Number:+ 233-533 386 023 EMAIL: [email protected]
As soon as we hear from you and Confirm, we Shall proceed with all Arrangements for Prompt Payment.
You are Advised to Reconfirm the Following information:
Full Name: Full Address: Telephone Number : Amount in question:
You are advised to stop all communication with any office here and abroad for prompt payment. We are working to serve you better.
Ferdinand Tony Manager / Head of Foreign Remittance Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited Republic of Ghana Accra
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Attention: Rightful Sole Beneficiary, I hereby send to you the information Submitted by Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd, with an Application to Receive the Contract Payment of US$4.5 Million USD (Four Million Five Hundred United States Dollars) on your behalf. Please as a Matter of Urgency, you are Required to Verify and Respond to the Questions Below and Inform us if you are Aware or Know Anything About this. 1. Did you instruct Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd. From Taiwan, whose Information(s) is Below, to Claim and Receive the Payment on your Behalf? 2. Did you Sign a Deed of Assignment in his Favor thereby Making him the Current Beneficiary?
3. Are you Aware of this Bank Account information he has Submitted for Transfer of the Fund(s) Below?
Bank Name: Standard Chartered Bank Account Name: Lin Teng-Chen A/C No.: USD-003-97289919701 Swift Code: SCBLHKHHXXX I advise you to Reaffirm your Position on this Matter with Immediate Effect and Notify us if you instructed Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd, to Claim your Fund(s) to Enable me to Endorse the Transaction/Payment Approval Order on his Behalf.
Alternatively, we can Transfer the Fund(s) to your Designated Bank Account, if you did not Assign Mr. Lin Tengchen of Indo-China Group Ltd Making him the Current Beneficiary? We Anticipate your Quick Response, and be Rest Assured of our Professional Service to you when you have Replied back to us via the Full Contact Information Stated below here as follows:
BANK NAMES: STANBIC BANK GHANA LIMITED BANK BRANCH MANAGER NAME: EDWARD SOKOTO Phone Number: +233-533 791 520 WhatsApp Number:+ 233-533 386 023 EMAIL: [email protected]
As soon as we hear from you and Confirm, we Shall proceed with all Arrangements for Prompt Payment.
You are Advised to Reconfirm the Following information:
Full Name: Full Address: Telephone Number : Amount in question:
You are advised to stop all communication with any office here and abroad for prompt payment. We are working to serve you better.
Ferdinand Tony Manager / Head of Foreign Remittance Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited Republic of Ghana Accra