| Sender's Email Address |
The email marshalhenry004@gmail.com doesn’t match
with the sender’s name Albert Jacquard. |
Check the sender’s email address for authenticity.
Look for inconsistencies or suspicious domains. |
| Subject Line |
In this case, there is no subject line. |
Analyze the subject line (if present).
Scammers may use urgent or generic subject lines. |
| Greeting |
The greeting is "Greetings dears". |
Watch for cliched or generic salutations.
Legitimate emails are often personalized. |
| Sender’s Identity |
The sender claims to be a branch manager from U.T.B
Union Bank Of Togo. |
Investigate the sender's claimed identity.
Verify their role and organization independently. |
| Narrative Content |
"I have under my file a deceased customer who
happens to share the same last name with you.
He left a huge sum valued 7.5 Million Dollars with our bank." |
Scrutinize the inheritance scenario.
Watch for contradictions, exaggerated stories, or
attempts to manipulate emotions. |
| Urgency Tone |
"Reply back” and “Reply me back for proceedings." |
Look for wording that pressures you to reply immediately. |
| Requests for Information |
No requests for information in this email. |
Be alert for any requests for personal or financial info.
Legitimate sources rarely ask for sensitive data over email. |
| Fee Requirements |
No fees mentioned initially, but if you reply, the scammer
may ask for fees to "access your inheritance." |
Any mention of upfront fees or costs related to inheritance
is a warning sign of fraud. |
| Grammar and Spelling |
The email contains many grammar mistakes. |
Review language quality.
Poor grammar and odd language are common in scam emails. |
| Attachments/Links |
There are no attachments or links. |
Note any links or attachments in similar emails.
Always check their legitimacy before clicking or opening. |
| Contact Information |
Apart from "name" and "email address," additional
recipient info is lacking. |
Look for legitimate contact details, such as phone numbers
or official addresses. |
| Signature |
The email signature was not professional. |
Evaluate how professional (or suspicious) the email signature looks.
Scams often have odd or generic signatures. |
| Emotional Manipulation |
The message is urgent and aims to get a quick response. |
Consider if the email tries to manipulate your emotions using
urgency, pity, or similar tactics. |
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