2010 World Cup lottery scam

2006-06-06 16:16

Johannesburg - Police on Tuesday warned the public against letters circulated via e-mail falsely promising large lottery payouts linked to the soccer World Cup.

Inspector Percy Morokane said police had received a number of complaints from potential victims of the "SA 2010 World Cup Bid Lottery" scam.

Morokane said victims were notified via email that they have won the lottery.

A certificate confirming the prize would then be issued and the victim would be asked to complete a number of forms online.

"In the process unknowingly disclosing his or her private and confidential details." The victim would then be informed of the procedure to claim the cash, but an up front payment would be requested before the rest of the cash was released.

"We strongly warn the South African public and the international community about this and similar scams."

Morokane urged anyone who had received such emails to call 012-401-3345 or 012-393-1203 or fax [phone] or 012-393-1202 or email: [e-mail]

- SAPA