IMS- International Monetary Fund

Victim Location 26037

Type of a scam Government Grant

A friend sent an IM via facebook, claiming she won $200,000 and asking the consumer if she got her winning? She said she was not to tell anyone about the winnings. The consumer was informed via IM by alleged friend that she was also named on the winners list on Facebook. The consumer was insured that she received her winnings at her front door in a suitcase full of cash. The consumer was told that the bank verified the money was real and it was deposited into her bank account. The consumer contacted 530-384-5338 and there no answer, however they called back but consumer missed the call. Consumer text the number and was instructed to send $950 to 36 airport rd Yaba Nigeria 23401 in order to receive $500,000. Was told she won due to a sweepstakes to help low income families.