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Scam Alert - 312-725-0581 is Being Used by a Scammer
Scam Alert - 312-725-0581 is Being Used by a Scammer

Scam alert! The phone number 312-725-0581 is being used by a scam artist called Abu Richard. He claims to be in West Africa with a Chicago phone number attached to his office. Remember, know who you're dealing with. If you've only ever met someone online or are unsure of the legitimacy of a business, take some time to do a bit more research. Do a Google image search on photos or search the internet for others who may have had dealings with them.

Be alert to the fact that scams exist. When dealing with uninvited contacts from people or businesses, whether it's over the phone, by mail, email, in person or on a social networking site, always consider the possibility that the approach may be a scam. Remember, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is.

Beware of any requests for your details or money. Never send money or give credit card details, online account details or copies of personal documents to anyone you don’t know or trust. Don't agree to transfer money or goods for someone else: money laundering is a criminal offense.

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