This One Almost Got Me
I just got an email from someone with my pastor's actual name. the email goes like this; [Pastor's Name] "Hello, I hope you’re doing well! I’m currently in a long meeting for an upcoming fundraising event and can’t step out at the moment, but I wanted to ask a quick favor if it’s something you’d feel comfortable helping me with. Today is the birthday of a friend’s daughter who recently recovered from a serious illness — it’s a really special day for their family. I’d love to send her a small gift, and I thought of an Amazon or Apple gift card she could use for some games or books. If it’s not too much trouble, could you help me organize the purchase online or suggest the best way to send one digitally or buy a physical card and send a picture of the scratched cards and receipt? Rest assured, I’ll transfer you the amount right as soon as I'm done. No pressure at all — I completely understand if you’re busy. Thank you so much for considering, and I hope your day’s going well! Warm regards, Pastor [my pastor's name]" this email came from pastord[the town we live in]@gmail.com No, the extra d isn't a typo, it just shows how this is fake. The fact that they got my pastor's name and the town correct is scary. Even though I actually fell for it, I am broke, so I wouldn't have sent money anyways. The word 'gift card' should have triggered my 'scammer alert' alarm immediately. submitted by /u/Sammy_Cherry_Fox [link] [comments]
I just got an email from someone with my pastor's actual name.
the email goes like this;
[Pastor's Name] "Hello, I hope you’re doing well! I’m currently in a long meeting for an upcoming fundraising event and can’t step out at the moment, but I wanted to ask a quick favor if it’s something you’d feel comfortable helping me with. Today is the birthday of a friend’s daughter who recently recovered from a serious illness — it’s a really special day for their family. I’d love to send her a small gift, and I thought of an Amazon or Apple gift card she could use for some games or books. If it’s not too much trouble, could you help me organize the purchase online or suggest the best way to send one digitally or buy a physical card and send a picture of the scratched cards and receipt? Rest assured, I’ll transfer you the amount right as soon as I'm done. No pressure at all — I completely understand if you’re busy. Warm regards, Pastor [my pastor's name]" this email came from pastord[the town we live in]@gmail.com No, the extra d isn't a typo, it just shows how this is fake. The fact that they got my pastor's name and the town correct is scary. Even though I actually fell for it, I am broke, so I wouldn't have sent money anyways. The word 'gift card' should have triggered my 'scammer alert' alarm immediately.
Thank you so much for considering, and I hope your day’s going well!
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