Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 HI All, I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. Alice Romano Alimassaggio Spa Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 Foggia ITALY Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Hi Andrea - I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. Take care - Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. < wrote: HI All, I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. Alice Romano Alimassaggio Spa Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 Foggia ITALY Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Chinese Medicine , kim blankenship <kuangguiyu wrote: > > Hi Andrea - > > I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. > > Take care - > > Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. > > < wrote: > HI All, > > I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. > > The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. > > Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. > > It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. > > > > Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 > Acupuncturist Needed Asap > Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 > > P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, > How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. > > Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. > > yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral > Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? > Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? > > Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. > Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. > > Alice Romano > Alimassaggio Spa > Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 > 71100 Foggia > ITALY > > > > > Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! > > > Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. > Visit the Auto Green Center. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Thanks to Kim and Andrea for the alarm here. What a world ! Chinese Medicine , kim blankenship <kuangguiyu wrote: > > Hi Andrea - > > I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. > > Take care - > > Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. > > < wrote: > HI All, > > I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. > > The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. > > Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. > > It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. > > > > Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 > Acupuncturist Needed Asap > Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 > > P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, > How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. > > Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. > > yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral > Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? > Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? > > Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. > Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. > > Alice Romano > Alimassaggio Spa > Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 > 71100 Foggia > ITALY > > > > > Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! > > > Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. > Visit the Auto Green Center. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 Just a thought on this scam, guys: I always ask a new or potential patient how they were referred to me. If they give some vague answer, that should be noted. Next, if that new patient is looking for a fast turnaround, with multiple treatments--but again having never seen you, would make me quite suspicious, third, anyone willing to pre-pay for your services, sight unseen, should raise an eyebrow, and finally, and this is the hallmark of most internet scams: if they are willing to pay you with a bank or cashier's check (especially if from out of state or the country), I would at that point be pretty sure that this was a scam. Anything too good to be true usually is! Yehuda kim blankenship <kuangguiyu wrote: Hi Andrea - I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. Take care - Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. < wrote: HI All, I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. Alice Romano Alimassaggio Spa Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 Foggia ITALY Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 At least two folks here in Fl got similar emails, I assume they are just farming NCCAOM for email addys Bob www.acuherbals.com wrote: Just a thought on this scam, guys: I always ask a new or potential patient how they were referred to me. If they give some vague answer, that should be noted. Next, if that new patient is looking for a fast turnaround, with multiple treatments--but again having never seen you, would make me quite suspicious, third, anyone willing to pre-pay for your services, sight unseen, should raise an eyebrow, and finally, and this is the hallmark of most internet scams: if they are willing to pay you with a bank or cashier's check (especially if from out of state or the country), I would at that point be pretty sure that this was a scam. Anything too good to be true usually is! Yehuda kim blankenship <kuangguiyu wrote: Hi Andrea - I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. Take care - Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. < wrote: HI All, I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. Alice Romano Alimassaggio Spa Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 Foggia ITALY Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 I thought in the USA its illegal to pre pay for Acupuncture Therapy. Maria Kuriloff NYS _____ Chinese Medicine Chinese Medicine On Behalf Of Bob Linde,AP, Herbalist Thursday, August 09, 2007 2:13 PM Chinese Medicine Re: Acupuncture scam alert At least two folks here in Fl got similar emails, I assume they are just farming NCCAOM for email addys Bob www.acuherbals.com (AT) (DOT) <%40> com> wrote: Just a thought on this scam, guys: I always ask a new or potential patient how they were referred to me. If they give some vague answer, that should be noted. Next, if that new patient is looking for a fast turnaround, with multiple treatments--but again having never seen you, would make me quite suspicious, third, anyone willing to pre-pay for your services, sight unseen, should raise an eyebrow, and finally, and this is the hallmark of most internet scams: if they are willing to pay you with a bank or cashier's check (especially if from out of state or the country), I would at that point be pretty sure that this was a scam. Anything too good to be true usually is! Yehuda kim blankenship <kuangguiyu (AT) (DOT) <kuangguiyu%40> com> wrote: Hi Andrea - I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. Take care - Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. < (AT) (DOT) <%40> com> wrote: HI All, I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. Alice Romano <romano1990 (AT) hotmail (DOT) <romano1990%40hotmail.com> com> wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 (AT) hotmail (DOT) <romano1990%40hotmail.com> com> Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio@ <alicemassaggio%40.it> .it ) because i dont really check this email box always. Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. Alice Romano Alimassaggio Spa Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 Foggia ITALY Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more..then map the best route! Find it! Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2007 Report Share Posted August 9, 2007 In my opinion it clearly is the practice of insurance and so one would also need an insurance license. The NAIC also takes this position from their past statements but check with your state insurance commissioner's office for clarity. Mike W. Bowser, L Ac : rmkuriloff: Thu, 9 Aug 2007 14:28:55 -0400RE: TCM - Acupuncture scam alert I thought in the USA its illegal to pre pay for Acupuncture Therapy.Maria KuriloffNYS_____ Chinese Medicine [Chinese Medicine\ @] On Behalf Of BobLinde,AP, HerbalistThursday, August 09, 2007 2:13 PM: Re: TCM - Acupuncture scam alertAt least two folks here in Fl got similar emails, I assume they are justfarming NCCAOM for email addysBobwww.acuherbals.comyehuda frischman < (AT) (DOT) <%40> com> wrote:Just a thought on this scam, guys: I always ask a new or potential patient how they were referred to me. Ifthey give some vague answer, that should be noted. Next, if that new patientis looking for a fast turnaround, with multiple treatments--but again havingnever seen you, would make me quite suspicious, third, anyone willing topre-pay for your services, sight unseen, should raise an eyebrow, andfinally, and this is the hallmark of most internet scams: if they arewilling to pay you with a bank or cashier's check (especially if from out ofstate or the country), I would at that point be pretty sure that this was ascam. Anything too good to be true usually is!Yehudakim blankenship <kuangguiyu (AT) (DOT) <kuangguiyu%40> com>wrote:Hi Andrea -I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to thefishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interestingthat we're both in Arizona.Take care -Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. < (AT) (DOT) <%40> com>wrote: HI All,I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scamsomeone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works itthat they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of monthsin advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the totalfee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again sayingtheir assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and wouldyou kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for yourtroubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check willbounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars.The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from aTexas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the addressto send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the personcontacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at thatpoint for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. Igoogled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of thisparticular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist whotook my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails Ireceived to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. Iresponded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience andthat I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total duefor all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand myposition. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again.It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but itis better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, Inthis email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions perweek peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likelyask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it lookslike a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihoodit is, indeed, a duck.Andrea Beth Damsky, L.Ac.Alice Romano <romano1990 (AT) hotmail (DOT) <romano1990%40hotmail.com> com>wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 (AT) hotmail (DOT) <romano1990%40hotmail.com> com>Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma }Hello,How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here initaly, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deeprelaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energymassage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to dopregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have aclient Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to theU.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing inArizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has beenmade before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic painsyndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions aweek for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to helprelieve stress.Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him iwould not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will begoing for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. Soi promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i receivedyour referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doingAcupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture?Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session andalso let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders?Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio@<alicemassaggio%40.it> .it ) because i dont really checkthis email box always.Thank you very much and do have a nice day..Alice RomanoAlimassaggio SpaVia S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 FoggiaITALYFind a local pizza place, movie theater, and more..then map the best route!Find it!Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles.Visit the Auto Green Center.[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]Ready for the edge of your seat? 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Guest guest Posted August 10, 2007 Report Share Posted August 10, 2007 Hi Guys , This email has also done the rounds in Australia, i guess they are taking there operation international also. Rodd " Bob Linde,AP, Herbalist " <boblindeherbalist wrote: At least two folks here in Fl got similar emails, I assume they are just farming NCCAOM for email addys Bob www.acuherbals.com wrote: Just a thought on this scam, guys: I always ask a new or potential patient how they were referred to me. If they give some vague answer, that should be noted. Next, if that new patient is looking for a fast turnaround, with multiple treatments--but again having never seen you, would make me quite suspicious, third, anyone willing to pre-pay for your services, sight unseen, should raise an eyebrow, and finally, and this is the hallmark of most internet scams: if they are willing to pay you with a bank or cashier's check (especially if from out of state or the country), I would at that point be pretty sure that this was a scam. Anything too good to be true usually is! Yehuda kim blankenship <kuangguiyu wrote: Hi Andrea - I received the exact same email a few days ago. I didn't respond due to the fishy particulars regarding the whole situation. I think it's interesting that we're both in Arizona. Take care - Kim Blankenship, L.Ac. < wrote: HI All, I received this email a few days ago, and it is nearly identical to a scam someone tried to perpetrate on me about 6 months ago. The way it works it that they set up a large number of appointments via email a couple of months in advance, for someone allegedly visiting your area, and ask what the total fee will be Then they send a fraudulent check that is $5,000 to $10,000 higher than the fee total. Once you receive it, they email again saying their assistant mistakenly sent you their entire life's savings, and would you kindly send the overage amount to them via Western Union, and for your troubles, you get to keep an additional amount. Eventually their check will bounce, and you are at a loss for thousands of dollars. The fraudulent check I received 6 months ago was a cashier's check from a Texas bank, the postmark on the envelope said Massachusetts, and the address to send the money to via Western Union was in China, and the person contacting me said they were in Scotland. It didn't take too much at that point for me to get suspicious, because it just didn't make any sense. I googled the Texas bank and learned they have been a target of this particular scam for many years. I also spoke to their fraud specialist who took my information and asked me to forward all documents and emails I received to the FBI. Yes, it would be nice if this was a genuine request for my services. I responded to this individual, telling her about my previous experience and that I was being more careful now and would only accept cash - the total due for all appointments on the first visit, and that I she would understand my position. I am sorry to say I have not heard from her again. It is unfortunate that we have to be aware of potential scam artists, but it is better to be forewarned than ripped off. In this particular request, In this email, I found the request for 3 90-minute acupuncture sessions per week peculiar, something a person familiar with acupuncture would not likely ask, as if is more typical of massage services. So remember, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck and waddles like a duck, in all likelihood it is, indeed, a duck. Alice Romano <romano1990 wrote: Alice Romano <romano1990 Acupuncturist Needed Asap Mon, 6 Aug 2007 11:28:48 -0700 P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hello, How are you today? My name is Mrs Alice Romano , I live and work here in italy, i am 36yrs old. I have been doing massage since 1989.I do a deep relaxation massage in which the muscles relax without pain. I also do energy massage that helps people feel great when I am done. I am certified to do pregnancy massage. I have lots of happy clients here in italy.I have a client Mr.Phillip Merillo A model here in italy. he will be coming to the U.S in three weeks time for a modeling job and he will be residing in Arizona temporarily until the neccesary arrangement for his job has been made before he leaves, he's having Lower Back and Neck Pain chronic pain syndromes and he will be needing Acupuncture of 90 minutes three sessions a week for One Month and also the use of soothing tones and music to help relieve stress. Mr.Phillip Merillo asked me to come with him to the US but i told him i would not be able to go with him to the US as i have a course i will be going for in a week time and because i dont know much about Acupuncture. So i promised to help him get a good acupuncturist in your Area. yesterday i made enquiries with some old Acupuncture friends and i received your referral Pls tell me a little more about your self,how long have you been doing Acupuncture? and can you give him a good Acupuncture? Pls i need you to get back to me with the amount you charge per session and also let me know if he can pay you via Us Postal Money Orders? Pls send your reply to my personal email address ( alicemassaggio ) because i dont really check this email box always. Thank you very much and do have a nice day.. Alice Romano Alimassaggio Spa Via S. Alfonso dei Liguori, 30 71100 Foggia ITALY Find a local pizza place, movie theater, and more….then map the best route! Find it! Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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