Create a scam-baiting response to the most recent email, to keep the scammer in a false sense of security. Use the prior emails as a point of reference.

Email #1, from Maria Dosu:

Dear Sir

Good Evening,

I am contacting you regarding one Mr. Kwame Mensah who was reportedly found dead in his apartment room this morning, we recovered a huge amount of money in local Ghc Currency worth over US$520,000.00

We also found a letter which he penned down to you before committing the act containing your contact details.


Please get back to us immediately, we have also attached a picture of part of the money we found in his room.

Your immediately respond will be highly appreciated

Regards
Miss. <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>

Email #2, from Cameron McCaffrey (me):

Dear Miss. <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>,

Good Evening,

I am utterly shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Mr. Kwame Mensah’s demise. It is indeed a tragedy to hear of such unexpected events and the loss of a life.

I must admit, I am a bit puzzled as I have had only a brief correspondence with Mr. Mensah regarding some philanthropic work he was passionate about, and I can’t fathom why he’d mention me in his letter. Nonetheless, your discovery and this message certainly demand my attention.

Regarding the funds you’ve discovered, I hadn’t been made aware of any financial matters concerning me directly, and his decision to involve me in such is as surprising as it is concerning. I would like to assist in any way I can to ensure that Mr. Mensah’s wishes, as expressed in his final letter, are honored respectfully and lawfully.

Would you please forward the letter he penned to my attention? This would help me understand the situation better and determine the next steps. Also, I would greatly appreciate if you could send me a few more details about the circumstances of Mr. Mensah’s passing, as any information could be crucial in ensuring everything is handled appropriately.

Lastly, regarding the picture of the funds, I strongly suggest that we handle such sensitive matters through more secure channels. It’s unfortunate that there are unscrupulous individuals who prey on situations like this, so please maintain the highest discretion and let me know the preferred secure method to proceed with our communication.

Thank you for reaching out, and please accept my condolences for all those affected by this tragedy. I await your instructions on how we can resolve this matter with the urgency and sensitivity it warrants.

Your prompt response will indeed be highly appreciated.

Warm regards,

Cameron McCaffrey
cmccaff1@fau.edu

Email #3, from Maria:

Dear Cameron McCaffrey

Good Morning Sir,

Please accept my sincere apology for a late response to your mail. We have been in an arrangement to see how late Kwame Mensah can be put to rest.

Well I hope that you will perform your duty as required from your Friend late Kwame who stated clearly in the letter to you that you should help him to invest his fund. All that is needed is to get the affidavit of claim which costs US$200.00 to present to the authority so the fund can be released immediately. They have demanded the Affidavit as part of the constitutional Law.

I have attached the copy of the letter and I hope that you will do your utmost to see how we can work together to claim the fund as the authority awaits us.

I would appreciate it if we can have a better conversation on Whatsapp.

Thank you

Regards
<PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>

Email #4, from Cameron:

Dear Miss <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>,

Good Day,

Thank you for your patience and for sending over the requested information. My sincere condolences once more on the passing of Mr. Kwame Mensah. It is in both our interests to ensure his last wishes are fulfilled with respect and in accordance with the law.

I have carefully read the letter sent by the late Mr. Mensah, and it has left me with a heavy heart but also a clear sense of duty. If my assistance is required to handle the investments as he desired, then I am prepared to help see his final wishes come to fruition.

Regarding the legal requirement for an affidavit of claim, I understand the importance of adhering to the proper legal channels. I am ready to proceed with the necessary steps. However, before we proceed further, I would like to ensure all actions taken to comply with international financial transaction regulations and anti-money laundering measures. It is critical that this matter is handled with utmost integrity.

For the payment of the affidavit, could you provide me with the details of whom the payment should be addressed to and the secure means by which the transaction could take place? Should it be via bank transfer or another secure method? I would appreciate an official invoice or request form to ensure the accuracy and traceability of our arrangements.

Regarding communication, I understand the utility of WhatsApp for quick messages, but I must stress that for the transfer of sensitive information, we should use encrypted email or a secure document-sharing service. Protecting both our privacy and the integrity of this process is non-negotiable.

Please provide me with the specifics of the affidavit fee transaction and any other necessary documentation or steps that must be followed. Upon receipt of such information, I will coordinate my efforts to fulfill the requirements expediently.

Your guidance through this process is invaluable, and I look forward to your prompt response.

Warm regards,

Cameron McCaffrey
cmccaff1@fau.edu

Email #5, from Maria:

Dear Mr. Cameron McCaffrey

Good Morning and how are you doing today?

it’s so lovely to read from you and your words are so touching and make me so emotional. You are such a good man with an amazing heart of care and understanding, I just can’t find the words to describe you. Thank you so much that you have the desire to show respect to the dead and to fulfill his last wish before he left the surface of this earth. I have so much respect for you.

in regard to the document covering this fund I can tell you and confirm that every documentation is available and will be presented to you once we are able to obtain the Affidavit of claim in your name and after which you have to advise on how the funds should be sent to you through legal means.

Concerning the required for of US$200.00 I do not know what means you would like to send the funds through, but I have provided a bank account below and also name to send through Money gram or western union.

Here the account details :
Account Name: CNC TRAVEL AND TOUR LIMITED
Account Number: 9040008755064
Swift Code: SBICGHAC
Branch:Junction Mall
Address: P.O Box 40 Tema Ghana

BANK DETAILS:
STANBIC BANK GHANA
Address :Stanbtic Heights
215 South Libration link
Airport city Accra,Greater Accra


Name through Money gram/ Western Union

Darlington Ekow Sawyer.

Looking forward to hearing from you

Thank you for your complete understanding and cooperation.

Regards
Maria

Email #6, from Cameron:

Dear Miss <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>,

Good Morning,

I appreciate your kind words and the trust you have placed in me to honor the final wishes of the late Mr. Kwame Mensah. Your empathetic approach to this predicament has given me great comfort throughout the process and reinforces my determination to see this matter through with the dignity it necessitates.

I am ready to proceed with the remittance of the US$200.00 for the affidavit of claim. To maintain the integrity of our transaction and to ensure that every action is traceable and compliant with the legal frameworks that govern international monetary exchanges, I have a few preliminary measures that I insist we follow:

1. Legal Documentation: Before making the payment, I kindly request a scanned copy of the official request for the affidavit of claim, as well as any accompanying legal documentation that can verify the authenticity of this requirement. This is not out of mistrust, but rather a practice of due diligence which I am certain you can understand and appreciate.

2. Official Receipt: Upon transferring the funds, either to the provided bank account or through MoneyGram/Western Union, I will require an official receipt that outlines the purpose of the payment. This receipt should come from a verifiable source or authority to ensure all actions are transparent and above reproach.

3. Secured Transactions: While you have generously provided a bank account and an individual’s name for the transfer via MoneyGram/Western Union, for added security, could we also consider using a secure online platform that provides payment protection services? This would give both parties peace of mind and a level of assurance regarding the transaction.

Once we have established these checks are in place, I will visit my local bank to initiate the transaction or consider a secure digital payment platform as suggested.

For privacy and security reasons, I must decline the invitation to discuss this matter over WhatsApp. As I stated in my previous correspondence, it is critical that all communications regarding this sensitive situation be handled through encrypted email or a secure document sharing service.

I trust that all of these practices resonate with your commitment to handling this process with the utmost respect and legality. I am here to cooperate fully, and I look forward to receiving the necessary documentation so we may proceed accordingly.

Thank you, Miss Dosu, for your understanding and continued assistance. May we bring closure to this matter with all the respect it deserves.

Warm regards,

Cameron McCaffrey
cmccaff1@fau.edu

Email #7, from Maria:

Dear Mr. Cameron

Good Morning and Happy christmas in advance

Please find attached copy of the invoice and letter from the Ghana police force.

I will expect you to do the needful for proceedings. Thank you for your cooperation

Regards
Maria

Email #8, from Cameron:

Dear Miss <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>,

Good Morning, and I extend to you early Season’s Greetings as well.

Thank you for promptly sending the invoice and the letter from the Ghana Police Force. They are instrumental documents that help validate the process we are engaging in. I have carefully reviewed both documents and appreciate your attention to ensuring this matter proceeds with transparency and attention to detail.

Before I transfer the funds required for the affidavit of claim, I wish to reiterate the importance of securing this transaction. I acknowledge receipt of your bank details and the name provided for the MoneyGram/Western Union transfer option; however, I am engaged in discussions with my financial advisor to ensure all transactions are protected against fraud and comply fully with international regulations.

To facilitate the payment while maintaining robust security and traceability, I am considering the following possible avenues:

1. Escrow Services: Utilizing a trusted third-party escrow service to hold the payment until the affidavit is officially claimed and recorded. This extra measure protects both parties and provides an added layer of security and trust.

2. Bank Transfer with Confirmation: If we proceed with a direct bank transfer, my financial advisor insists on obtaining a transaction confirmation code and a point of contact at the bank in Ghana to verify the transfer was received and allocated correctly.

After all security measures are in place, I am ready to move forward with the remittance. To comply with my personal and advisor’s due diligence policies, I would kindly request the following from your end:

- Confirmation of the use of a recognized third-party escrow service or additional bank transfer details as outlined above.
- The anticipated timeframe for the completion of this process after the funds have been secured.
- Any additional steps that might be required from my side after the transfer to ensure that Mr. Kwame Mensah’s wishes are met promptly.

The integrity of these proceedings is my utmost priority, and I am sure you share this focus. Once all the security protocols are established, I will arrange for the transfer at the earliest possible time.

Once again, thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Your guidance is essential, and I commend your commitment to handling Mr. Mensah’s final wishes with the care and solemnity they deserve.

Looking forward to your prompt response and the additional information as requested.

Warm regards,

Cameron McCaffrey
cmccaff1@fau.edu

Email #9, from Maria:

Dear Mr. Cameron

Thank you for your quick response.

Kindly note that I have no further document concerning this issue as all are with the authority and it will be given to you after obtaining the affidavit of claim and present to the Ghana Police. I have only contacted you and hope you help the late man who put a wish on you.

Again, the police have confirmed that immediately we present the affidavit of claim in your name. The fund will be handed over to me and from there you can then give instructions on how this fund can be sent to you. The police has also advise that i contact a bank to help me do the transfer if ok by you

Please understand that I am only helping you and I cannot demand too much from the Police because they have already asked me to do what is required for the release of this fund. It seems you have trust issues and also I do not understand why you have refused to communicate through telephone or whatsapp to make this very easy for us.

Please kindly do the needful so we can get this done. As I write to you , I just left the police office. I am waiting for you to transfer the funds.

Thank you for you understanding

Regards
Maria

Email #10, from Cameron:

Dear Miss <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>,

Thank you for your continued patience and attentiveness to this sensitive matter. Rest assured, my intention is to assist with fulfilling the late Mr. Kwame Mensah’s wishes in the most responsible and respectful manner possible. I understand the urgency and the legalities involved, and I appreciate your handling of the situation with the police.

Please understand that my insistence on secure communication and cautious processing is not a reflection of my trust in you as an individual. Rather, it is a standard protocol I follow in all my transactions to ensure all parties are protected. Fraudulent activities are unfortunately rampant, and one cannot be too careful.

With regard to your recent visit to the police office, it is heartening to hear that they are awaiting the necessary documents. I am prepared to fulfill my role by transferring the funds required for obtaining the affidavit of claim. However, I will proceed with the following measures strengthened:

1. Escrow Services: To proceed without delay, I am willing to use an escrow service for the transfer of the $200.00 fee for the affidavit of claim. The escrow service will release the funds to you upon confirmation of the affidavit’s issuance in my name. This measure ensures safety and compliance for both parties.

2. Bank Transfer Verification: If we decide on a direct bank transfer, I will require the bank to provide a confirmation code specific to this transaction for tracking and verification purposes. A contact at the bank must be available for me to confirm that the funds have been received and earmarked for their correct use.

3. Legal Framework Compliance: My financial advisor will oversee the transaction to ensure compliance with international anti-money laundering laws and other pertinent financial regulations.

Regarding your request for phone or WhatsApp communication, please know that I take privacy and security very seriously, especially in matters involving significant financial transactions. Email allows for a detailed paper trail, and secure document exchange methods safeguard sensitive information.

I want to assure you that my “trust issues” are standard operational procedures developed to avoid misuse or misdirection of funds in any form. These practices have been established to help maintain integrity and clarity for all parties involved in such transactions, especially those across international borders.

Please provide me with information on the escrow service or bank transfer arrangements, and I will move ahead promptly with the transfer. I am keen to see this matter resolved and appreciate your cooperation in this process.

Your understanding and seamless collaboration are critical during this phase. Let us work together to honor the late Mr. Mensah’s wishes with all due decorum and expediency.

I await your instructions and the necessary details to proceed.

Warm regards,

Cameron McCaffrey
cmccaff1@fau.edu

Email #11, from Maria:

Dear Mr. Camaron

I am sorry but all you have requested i can provide it. if you feel you are not going to send the fee because of this so be it. I will let the police know so they can hand over the funds to the government. Thank you for your understanding. I am only trying to help .

Regards
Maria

Email #12, from Cameron:

Dear Miss <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_PERSON>,

Thank you for your message, and I must express my apologies if my requests have caused any inconvenience. It is never my intention to complicate matters, especially those of such a solemn nature as fulfilling the final wishes of a departed soul like Mr. Kwame Mensah. It’s very gracious of you to assist in this capacity, and I want to ensure that we complete this task with due respect to his memory and the legal obligations we both face.

Please understand that my engagement in this process comes from a place of good faith and a desire to see through Mr. Mensah’s final intentions. The measures I’ve insisted on are indeed meant to protect all stakeholders, including yourself, from potential misunderstandings or fallout that could arise from less stringent procedures. I am sure you can appreciate the value in taking these prudent steps.

It seems there has been a miscommunication regarding the payment for the affidavit. To clarify, I remain committed to transferring the fee. However, I was merely insisting on due diligence measures that would assure the security and proper use of the funds in alignment with international best practices.

I would like to propose a simpler solution that may help us move forward:

1. Verification: If providing documentation or using an escrow service presents a challenge, I suggest we proceed with a direct bank transfer to the account you’ve provided. However, I will need a contact at Stanbic Bank who can confirm the receipt of the funds and their allocation for obtaining the affidavit of claim.

2. Confirmation: Once the transfer is completed, I will require a scanned copy of the official receipt from the bank, indicating the funds have been received for the purpose described. This receipt is crucial for my records and to ensure transparency.

3. Progression: Upon receiving confirmation that the payment has been made correctly, we can then discuss the next steps concerning the transfer of Mr. Mensah’s funds to a mutually agreed-upon destination.

Let us work together efficiently and respectfully to ensure this matter is resolved without further delay. I am prepared to make the payment as soon as the details for the direct transfer are confirmed and an understanding for receipt verification is established.

I am hopeful for your cooperation and understanding, so we can finalize this matter in the spirit in which Mr. Mensah would have wished.

Thank you once again for your patience and assistance, Maria. I look forward to your guidance and the details needed to move forward.

Warm regards,

Cameron McCaffrey
cmccaff1@fau.edu

Email #13, from Maria:

Dear Sir,

this can not be possible and i do not have the capacity to provide all that you have requested. You should rethink that I am a simple lady, I am only helping out and I do not need such issues. if you have a problem trusting me then let forget about it please. i have provided the account details to send the fee and when i am done i will provide you the receipt and you can instruct on what you want to do with your funds

You are a kind man and I believe you have good intentions but if you cannot pay the fee with what i have provided please we can let go and i inform the authority on the new development so the fund can be given to the government of Ghana. Send the fee to the account here will be no problem i can assure you tht.

regards
Maria