Ah, if it were only that easy! This morning I received a email forwarded from a Susan Odegarrd Turner. Apparently, some random person named Mrs. Etters has chosen my email and I am the winner of $18 million! Wow! I didn’t even know I sent an email to Mrs. Etters or Susan Odegarrd Turner for that matter. Wait a minute, since it was forwarded does that mean Susan won or I did? Maybe Susan and I can split it. Oh, wait, who is Susan again?!
Scams like this are a dime a dozen and don’t look like they are disappearing any time soon. Unfortunately, you might find them in your SPAM and inboxes for many years to come. Scammers have tried long and hard to come up with new variations to lure you in. Maybe it was a long story of tragedy. They might also use a reputable business to hide behind or simply dangle a high number in hopes you will respond. Regardless of the premise, watch out for the Mrs. Etters of the world. And, if you receive an email from a person you don’t know maybe it’s best not to respond.
To: susanodegaardturner@dochs.org
Subject: $18Million
Mrs.Etters picked your email for $18Million.For details email: etters_elizabeth@rogers.com