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Received following text... Hello, I’m RICHARD LAVERY North Quincy man that claimed his $20 million usd dollars Powerball prize on Thursday Nov 10th 2022, My ticket matched the first five numbers in the drawing earlier this week that featured a world record $2.04 billion jackpot. I purchased this winning ticket at West Squantum Market & Liquors in Quincy. But I announced that I don’t any immediate plans to use this winnings so I’m donating $500,000.00 USD CASH to 20 random individuals,if you got this text your Number was Selected Randomly After an automated Machine Spin Ball TEXT THE MANAGING DIRECTOR AGENT DENNIS +1(213)569 9359 kindly Text him with your claimant code EL966TH for the Confirmation of your Winnings

Targeted Person's Location

OH, USA- 43147

Scammer Information
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North Quincy, MA

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Unknown Email

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(213) 569 9359

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Unknown URL

Scam Type

Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes

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Business name

Richard Lavery Impostor

Date Reported

December 8, 2025

Scam ID

1124992


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