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Please see the email below - strongly corresponded to the scam email listed here previously. Originally it came to my school email so I thought it was legit until I saw the email they had us reaching out to, then the email response gave way to the fact it was a scam. “ I hope this message finds you well . My name is Mike Curtis, a busy business owner of Lakewood CHARITY FOUNDATION, and I am writing to express my keen interest in you being my personal assistant. I am glad to congratulate you as your position has been confirmed. Sorry we can't meet before you get started with work as I am presently away on a business trip in Australia running some network programs, I will be back to the States by the 28th of next month. But rest assured that you can officially get started. As soon as I have arrived, we can discuss more issues. Please remember this is an independent contractor job. Work time is up to 6 hours a week, and hours can be split throughout the week. You'd have to choose what hours work best for you. The hours are flexible, so it can work around your schedule. First Task: I make donations to 3 different orphanages every month, and in your first task, you will purchase some toys and other gift items for the orphanage homes. I will email you the list of all items to be purchased at the store and all the necessary information on how to get them mailed out to them. Gas money will be provided for your car and if you don't have a car, funds will be provided for Uber around. I offer you an excellent total compensation package, Including competitive payment, Excellent benefit Package and Growth opportunities. Position P.A : Personal Assistant & Errand Carried out Working Hour : Less than 2hrs daily /Flexible hours — part-time Monday- Saturday : Working Days (Any 3 days a week) Weekends : ( Sunday OFF) Compensation: $500 weekly Communication Skills : English Key Responsibilities: *Booking travel arrangements (flights, hotel, car service, etc.) *Sending birthday, anniversary, thank you and gifts for clients, family and personal friends. *File paperwork, Shopping *Follow directions while offering helpful suggestions for organization BENEFITS: * AD & D Insurance * 401(k) * Medical, Dental, Vision * Mini home office starter kits NOTE: This is a flexible part-time position where you can set your own working hours. All tasks are remote—either work-from-home or on-campus—so there is no need to travel or own a car. No prior experience is required. I will provide the funds for you to purchase those gift items for the orphanage kids. A (Cashier Check) will be issued to you along with your paid weekly allowance ($500). As soon as you have received the check payment, you will deduct your paid weekly allowance and you will use the rest to purchase toys for the orphanage kids. DO CONFIRM THE ACCEPTANCE OF THIS POSITION ( Personal Assistant ) BY PROVIDING THE BELOW DETAILS for onward first task CHECK PAYMENT that will be sent to you Do you have an existing bank account where you can deposit your check ( If YES what's the name of the bank) ? Reconfirm your present local address for mail delivery. What is your Mobile # that receives text msg ? Confirm your full name for the check? Do you know how to initiate a mobile deposit ? What is your mobile deposit daily limit ? Kindly make sure you acknowledge this email as that will re-confirm your readiness and willingness to proceed. Make sure to constantly look at my email and will be on stand-by to receive future instructions. Best Regards, Mike Bernstein Curtis”

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MI, USA- 48082

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Business name

Lakewood Charity Foundation

Date Reported

August 12, 2025

Scam ID

1036124


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