Chapter 2

Signs of a Postal Scam

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Customer’s 1st name is used in the letter to make it personal.

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Fake testimonials or money back guarantees to make offer seem genuine.

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Letter is written to put people under pressure to reply.

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Strong use of various colours and fonts to make the mailing grab your attention.

PO Boxes are used instead of full postal addresses.

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Often says to keep their winnings a secret.

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Requests money first before getting prize.

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Made to look authentic with directors name, picture and signature.

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