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An Internet Plea
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 3:51 pmby Robinson
Ok guys, I got this email today and felt it worthy to pass on in here in order to help garner some support. I myself am an animal lover and care for my pets greatly so I can see where the guy is coming from.
Hello,
My name is Robert and I am asking for some assistance. I am reaching out to the internet community for help. My mothers dog Otis was struck by a car in a hit and run and was hurt pretty badly. I have set up a donation system through paypal hoping that you will be inclined to help.
Here is the link to the website where you can find a little more information and make a donation if you wish.
http://www.geocities.com/letshelpotisGod Bless you all who take the time to read this or even look at the site.
Sincerely Robert.
P.S. Even if you decide this is not worth your time please pass thing along to others that you may know who may feel inclined to help. Thank you very much.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 3:58 pmby Arsenal X
The first red flag that goes up for me is that there aren't any pictures of the dog.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:01 pmby Dead Metal
Don't trust him, it's a trap!
All he wants is money!
It's Span man, Spam!
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:09 pmby Robinson
I actually emailed him on this and he said that pics will be up this weekend after he has a chance to go visit his mom to get some. Guy seems sincere enough.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:17 pmby Burn
Robinson wrote:Guy seems sincere enough.
That's what they said about the accountant in Nigeria that was holding $25US million in trust for me.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:19 pmby Homer
I can go online right now and get you pictures of "my dog." Blow him off. He's looking for a handout.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:25 pmby Tangent
You, didnt actually belive this guy, right?
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:45 pmby Robinson
Burn wrote:Robinson wrote:Guy seems sincere enough.
That's what they said about the accountant in Nigeria that was holding $25US million in trust for me.
I got 50 mil.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 4:51 pmby Burn
Now I really do feel cheated.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 5:00 pmby Robinson
Seriously though guys. I'm doing what I can to help if it is legit. If its not then oh well, I didn't donate anything to his cause yet so no harm no foul. I may not be as cynical as some people are and I know there are plenty of scams out there(I see them in my company email on a daily basis), this one seemed a little different.
Re: An Internet Plea
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 5:59 pmby tequila stu
Awe.....Get a goldfish.
Re: An Internet Plea
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 6:15 pmby Shadowman
tequila stu wrote:Awe.....Get a goldfish.
In terms of aquatic/amphibious animals, I'm more of a turtle kind of guy.
But for pets altogether, I much prefer cats. (I have a weird phobia about large dogs.)
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 7:45 pmby Dr. Caelus
1) Go to the local animal shelter.
2) Find a dog that is ill/has been hurt.
3) Chip in for its care.
Same difference, except you know you aren't being cheated.
Another option is just to donate money to your local shelter in general.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 8:18 pmby GrimSqueaker
IMO one should never ever ever ever pass on chain mail, its just not very clever. Most of these pleas arent genuine, and As far as i am aware chaining emails can be used (i dont know if this is real, but i have heard it) to locate active email addresses for latter spamming.
I am pretty sure if u read ur warnings from ur email provider and ur anti virus software they would have a similar recommendation-although admittably they would definatly know a hell of a lot more than me.
Posted:
Fri Sep 14, 2007 9:40 pmby Rogue.
Are people really that stupid? Wait, what am I saying.
I agree with what Caelus said, though.
Posted:
Sat Sep 15, 2007 1:54 pmby Fred2012
Burn wrote:Robinson wrote:Guy seems sincere enough.
That's what they said about the accountant in Nigeria that was holding $25US million in trust for me.
lol same happened to me, didnt do it
Posted:
Sat Sep 15, 2007 1:59 pmby Jeep?
Burn wrote:Robinson wrote:Guy seems sincere enough.
That's what they said about the accountant in Nigeria that was holding $25US million in trust for me.
That's weird, mine was Russian. Seemingly, I have a long-lost oil tycoon.
And I hurt my leg. jaw, neck and shoulder last night. Gimme money.
Posted:
Sat Sep 15, 2007 2:07 pmby Shadowman
Jesus Prime wrote:[And I hurt my leg. jaw, neck and shoulder last night. Gimme money.
I have Cancer and/or AIDS. Give me money.
Posted:
Sat Sep 15, 2007 5:43 pmby Rogue.
I broke my bank account today with all my toy buying. Give me money!
Posted:
Sat Sep 15, 2007 6:16 pmby Burn
Just shut up and give me money.
Posted:
Sat Sep 15, 2007 6:24 pmby one wing angel
Burn wrote:Just shut up and give me money. 8)
yah me too 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) ;)^
Posted:
Sun Sep 16, 2007 9:46 amby Nico
Posted:
Sun Sep 16, 2007 10:08 amby Spoon
Dont worry, this guy seems legit
Posted:
Sun Sep 16, 2007 10:30 amby Dead Metal
Spike wrote:I broke my bank account today with all my toy buying. Give me money!
Can't do that! I did the same!
Well will anybody give me money now, please?!
Posted:
Sun Sep 16, 2007 10:52 amby City Commander
I'm English, and so am hard done by!
Give me money!
