New Scam: Iraqi War Booty & The US Army

Posted by KC

June 27, 2006

Heard of the Nigerian scammers?Ã‚Â Well, they’ve apparently relocated to Italy and are now a ‘faction’ of US soldiers in Iraq who need help getting their war booty out of the country:

Dear Friend,


 My name is, Major. Jeffrey Burton and i represent a faction of American soldiers,serving in the military of the 1st Armored Division in Iraq, we came across your e-mail address(s) in the process of research and enquiry into an  immense millitary global data base. I believe you are familiar with the war situation in Iraq ? Besides the killings, a lot of activities do occur; antique sales, stocked foreign cash discovered and lots more. We are lucratively involved in these activities. Consequently, we require a worthy,upright and business minded individual for safe keeping outside the Iraqi state. You might have an insight through;http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/2988455.stm and details will be sent upon signal of interest. Our contact email ; johnseco@virgilio.it


thanks for your co-operation


asjb1160.


signed,


Major. J.burton

Now, I’ve always thought military officers were dumber than dirt - but “this” one takes the cake.Ã‚Â Can’t even abbreviate ‘his’ own rank correctly.

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