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Look Out For The Bunco Man In Spain Swindle
The Department of State reports a Spain based bunko scheme targeting US relatives. Swindlers pose as guardians or prison prisoners in distress, soliciting funds to free a hidden valise and a supposed fortune. Recent letters vary the tale, but the scam relies on fake civil and prison circumstances to extract money from distant heirs.
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Spain
Department of State
Washington
Barcelona
United States
Cuba
Carthagena
America
Augustin Lafiente
Valise
England
Washington, D. C