Wow, this sure sounds as if it could be a good deal, but I'm a little hesitant to give out my banking information. But I could sure use the money ($17 million plus another $8 million for taxes!). Maybe you can tell me what you think.
It says:
URGENT BUSINESS PROPOSAL
Perhaps this letter will come as a surprise to you for we have never met.
First, may I solicit your confidence in this transaction, which by virtue of its nature is utterly confidential and "top secret". I am however aware that a transaction of this magnitude will make anyone apprehensive, but I am assuring you that all will be well at the end of the day. My contact with you is based on the urgency and beliefs that you will not betray the trust bestowed on you for the actualization of the deal.
My name is Tom Delay...
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THE PROPOSITION:
... and I am Representative in the United States Congress from the 22nd Congressional District in the American State of "Texas." I came to know you in my desperate but private search for a reliable and reputable confidant to handle a very confidential transaction which involves the transfer of Huge Sum of Money to a Foreigners Account.
Until recently, I was the "House Majority Leader," one of the highest ranging members of the United States House of Representatives. Then, through a series of unfortunate events, none of which were of my doing, I found myself stripped of my Power and indicted for baseless crimes that are of no value to explain in this document. Today a warrant was issued for my arrest.
Along with a nmber of associates, I was visited by a variety of companies and institutions that were seeking to influence The Federal Government of the United States of America. As a result of these numerous transactions, I have, in a domiciliary account ,$56.5 million in US Dollars as of the end of September, 2005 closing balance. We had expected that a major charitable organization, Texans for a Republican Majority could easily claim the money for distribution to needy causes but strict oversight by the Federal Election Committee has made that transfer impossible. Routing money to TRMPAC by way of the Republican National Committee was suggested but the above idea has also proven to be most unreliable.
As an insider and actual manager to this account, myself and Colleagues have decided to contact you to act as my Next of Kin to receive the fund as inheritance claim for the benefit of our both parties. It is therefore my wish to solicit you as a trustworthy and sincere person who will invest these funds under trusteeship. The fund US$56.5 Million will be paid into your Account as the beneficiary's next of kin. All documentation required to perfect the arrangement would be put in place once you indicate your interest and acceptance. For your role in the transaction, you will be entitled to 30%, 10% for Taxation while 60% will be for us.
Please note:
(a). Our conviction of your transparent honesty and diligence.
(b). That you would treat this transaction with utmost secrecy and confidentiality.
(c). You must be ready to produce us with enough information about yourself to put our minds at rest including your bank name, account number, and daytime and evening phone numbers.
Since I am currently under indictment with arrest imminent, it is not possible to secure the fund in my name for obvious reasons. I or my associates shall process necessary documents/invoices and file payment application for the fund to be released to you for our joint business ventures.
I consider this a once in a lifetime opportunity. Please, treat this offer with top secrecy because we need to conclude this deal with absolute confidentiality. Please, note that this transaction is 100% legal and risk free and we hope to conclude the business in seven bank working days from the date of receipt of the necessary information and requirements from you.
Please, acknowledge the receipt of this letter using my email address. I will bring you into the complete picture of the transaction when I have heard from you.
Your urgent response will be highly appreciated as we are already behind schedule for this financial quarter.
Thank you and God bless.
Yours faithfully,
Tom DeLay
US Representative, 22nd Congressional District
State of Texas, USA
(So what do you think? Is this a good deal or what!!)
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