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My name is Kash Patel from the FBI Funds Recovery Services Division. Your contact was listed as a victim of a recent sca
Mar 7, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC
My name is Kash Patel from the FBI Funds Recovery Services Division. Your contact was listed as a victim of a recent scam, to be compensate with some of $14.8M USD as the government instructed. Please reply with your full name, contact details, a short description of the scam,and any evidence you have. Your information will remain confidential. Forward the information to this email address for further instructions: ([redacted]).Or Send direct message to +1 8146134264.
Sincerely
Mr. Kash Patel
The Director FBI Recovery Division.
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Hi Kash,
Thank you so much for reaching out—I really appreciate you contacting me about this. I’ve been trying to sta
Mar 7, 2026, 7:26 PM UTC
Hi Kash,
Thank you so much for reaching out—I really appreciate you contacting me about this. I’ve been trying to stay on top of a few legal matters lately, especially with the oil and gas litigation I’m handling in Houston. It’s been a busy season with new cases emerging from the Gulf region, and I’ve actually been reviewing some fraud-related patterns in energy contracts lately. That’s probably why I’m so attentive to anything involving financial recovery or scam claims.
I’m not sure if you’ve seen it, but the email address you provided—[redacted]—seems to be a bit unusual. I know the FBI does have recovery services, but I’ve never heard of a direct outreach through that specific address. Also, the number +1 +17163259415 doesn’t appear to be an active FBI number in any official directory.
Could you clarify a few things? First, how exactly was my contact information flagged as part of a scam? Second, what kind of documentation would be required for the $14.8 million compensation? And lastly, would there be any legal formality involved—like a notarized affidavit or a court-issued validation?
I’m genuinely interested in helping, and I’ve never been involved in anything like this before. I’ve just been looking into possible fraud patterns lately—maybe I can help with something useful.
Warmly,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
Attorney at Law – Oil & Gas Litigation
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Final Legalization and Payment Processing Notification:
Greetings Esteemed Beneficiary: Danny Smith
I am pleased to ac
Mar 9, 2026, 4:53 PM UTC
Final Legalization and Payment Processing Notification:
Greetings Esteemed Beneficiary: Danny Smith
I am pleased to acknowledge the prompt receipt of your personal information, which was requested for the submission of your payment file to the United States Supreme Court. This step is essential for the final legalization, approval, and authentication of your Ownership Certificate, as recommended by the Bank Management.
Please be assured that all previous discrepancies identified in your payment documentation have been successfully resolved. Consequently, your file has now been officially submitted to the United States Supreme Court through the bank’s designated financial attorney responsible for overseeing your fund documentation.
To proceed with the final remittance of your total Compensation Funds Worth $14.800,000 US Dollars, you are kindly requested to select your preferred payment method from the options listed below:
1. Bank Check Delivery – $750 USD Only
2. ATM Card Delivery – $625 USD Only
3. Direct Bank Transfer – $600 USD Only
4. Cash Consignment Box Delivery -$550 USD Only
Your prompt selection and compliance with the payment processing requirement will greatly facilitate the swift conclusion of your transaction. Please note, there are no hidden or additional charges beyond the stated processing fee for your selected option.
NOTICE:
We noticed that you have being receiving numerous emails from people who claims to have Funds/Package coming to you but I will advise that if you're still in communication with any of them on issue of your funds/package however, you're hereby advise to stop every communication right now because those people has been investigated by we the FBI and confirmed to be a fraud. You're to follow every instruction given to you by this office to enable you receive your total funds successful without any further delays or additional charges.
Should you have any questions or require further clarification, do not hesitate to contact me directly. I remain at your service to ensure a smooth and successful transaction.
Thank you for your cooperation, and I look forward to your prompt positive response. Below is my official valid working identification card for transparency and trust between the both of us Ok.
Yours sincerely,
Mr. Kash Patel
The Director FBI United States.
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Hi Kash,
Thank you so much for the detailed update — I really appreciate the clarity and the official tone of your me
Mar 9, 2026, 5:03 PM UTC
Hi Kash,
Thank you so much for the detailed update — I really appreciate the clarity and the official tone of your message. I’ve been meaning to finally get back to this after a few days of reviewing everything, and it’s reassuring to know that the paperwork is now officially submitted to the Supreme Court through the bank’s financial attorney.
Just to confirm — I’m Danny Smith, living in Houston, Texas, and I’ve been working in oil and gas litigation for over 20 years. I’ve dealt with a lot of complex legal structures, so I’m always cautious, but I’m also genuinely excited about this opportunity. I’ve kept myself busy lately — just finished a case involving a pipeline dispute in the Permian, and I’ve been out hiking on the Gulf Coast to clear my head.
Before I proceed with selecting a payment method, could you kindly clarify:
1. Is the $14.8 million the total compensation, or is there a possibility of additional disbursement based on future verification?
2. Does the bank’s financial attorney have a specific name or contact I should know for any follow-up?
3. I noticed the check option is only $750 — is that the full check value, or is that just the processing fee?
I’m eager to move forward and ensure everything is handled properly. I’ve also heard there’s a risk of fraud from other parties — I’ll definitely stop any further contact with others claiming to be from government or financial recovery services.
Looking forward to your guidance.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Hello Danny Smith!
Thank you so much for your timely response regarding your total compensation funds: I hope this my e
Mar 9, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC
Hello Danny Smith!
Thank you so much for your timely response regarding your total compensation funds: I hope this my explanatory message finds you well.
1. Yes the $14.8 Million US Dollars is the total amount of your compensation funds
2. Once you you choose your preferred payment method then I will process it and then if there's any need for bank contact information i will provide it to you ASAP.
3. The $750 will cover all the delivery expenses of the check to your destination and that's all it will take to successful deliver your Check to your doorstep without any delay.
We advised you should comply urgently in making the payment immediately for you to benefit from this funds compensation exercise. So we implore you to kindly comply urgently in sending the required fee now to enable us to conclude the processing on time. Your urgent compliance to our advice would enable us to serve you with the best of our professional services.
Your kind compliance is highly required to facilitate the transaction process. There's no attached fee after this. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, do not hesitate to contact me directly here.
I remain at your service to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. Thank you for your cooperation, and I look forward to your prompt response.
Your's Sincerely
Mr. Kash Patel
The Director FBI United States.
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[redacted]
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the detailed explanation and the transparen
Mar 9, 2026, 6:06 PM UTC
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the detailed explanation and the transparency about the $14.8 million compensation. I’ve been living in Houston for the past 15 years, and I’ve always been careful about how I handle financial matters, so this is both exciting and a bit overwhelming. I’ve actually been looking at some real estate investments lately, and the idea of having such a large sum available gives me a lot of hope for the future — maybe even starting a small firm to help others navigate oil and gas litigation, like I’ve been doing for years.
I just have a few quick questions to make sure I’m fully aligned with the process:
1. Could you confirm the exact name of the financial attorney at the bank who is handling my file? I’d like to ensure everything is being processed through the proper channels.
2. Does the bank require any additional documentation, like a government-issued ID or proof of residency, before the check is delivered?
3. Is there a specific time frame by which the check should be sent to avoid any delays in the final approval?
I’m really looking forward to moving forward with this — it feels like a real opportunity. I’ll be sure to keep all communications strictly with you.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
(+17163259415
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Thank you for your positive response and here is the answer to the clarification questions you asked:1. The financial at
Mar 9, 2026, 6:41 PM UTC
Thank you for your positive response and here is the answer to the clarification questions you asked:1. The financial attorney at the bank who is handling your payment file is Mr. Brian Moynihan from the Bank of America.2. Yes the bank requires you to come along with your government-issued ID when depositing the Check in your bank after you have already received it.3. The Check will be process immediately you comply with the required needed fee and will be delivered to your doorstep within the next 24 hrs. It will only take 24 hours delivery estimated arrival time.Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, I await your positive response together with the fee so that we can proceed further.Best RegardsMr. Kash PatelThe Director FBI United States.
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Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed clarification — I really appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken t
Mar 9, 2026, 7:03 PM UTC
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed clarification — I really appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken to walk me through everything. I’ve been meaning to double-check a few things, especially since I’ve been living alone in Houston and recently had to reorganize my home office after moving into a new apartment downtown. I’m still getting used to everything, so I want to make sure I’m not missing any small but important details.
Just to confirm: when you say the check will be delivered to my doorstep within 24 hours of payment, does that mean it will arrive at my residential address, or is there a specific delivery window (like between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.) that it’s expected to be delivered? Also, since I’m not near a bank branch right now, would the check need to be deposited in person, or can someone at the bank handle it on my behalf if I provide my ID?
Lastly, I’d love to know if Mr. Brian Moynihan has already confirmed with the bank that the check will be processed immediately upon receipt of the fee — just to be 100% sure everything is in order.
I’m truly excited about this opportunity and looking forward to getting this finalized. Thank you again for your guidance and professionalism.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Alright, My Good Friend it's my pleasure to clarify you once again that the Check will be delivered to your doorst
Mar 9, 2026, 7:21 PM UTC
Alright, My Good Friend it's my pleasure to clarify you once again that the Check will be delivered to your doorstep through our reliable courier service and you will receive it in the morning between 8 am to 11 am in the morning depending the arrival time of the shipping agent. Also the Check will need to be deposited in person but since you're not closer to the bank then I suggest you should choose the option 3 which is Direct bank transfer/deposit to your bank account without any stress or going to the bank. You only need to provide your bank account details to us where you want the total compensation funds to be deposited into and we will process it immediately you comply with the required needed fee.
Lastly: Yes Mr. Brian Moynihan has already confirmed with the bank on this very transaction and everything will be processed immediately you send the required needed fee without any further delays.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. I await your positive response ASAP.
Best Regards
Mr. Kash Patel
The Director FBI United States.
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[redacted]
Hello Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed clarification — I truly appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken
Mar 9, 2026, 8:03 PM UTC
Hello Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed clarification — I truly appreciate the time and effort you’ve taken to walk me through this process. It’s actually been quite reassuring to hear that Mr. Brian Moynihan from Bank of America has confirmed the details, and that the direct bank transfer option is fully approved. That makes things a lot simpler, especially since I don’t have time to make a trip to the bank this week — I’m currently managing a few court filings and just finished a long day at the office in Houston, and I’d rather avoid any unnecessary in-person visits.
I’ve been thinking about the logistics — is there any chance the funds could be processed slightly earlier than the 24-hour window? I know it’s a fast process, but I’ve been working on a few personal matters lately, and I’d feel more at ease knowing the money is secure and in place sooner rather than later. Also, just to confirm — when you say “your bank account details,” does that mean the full routing number and account number, or do you need any additional verification from me (like a password or verification code) to proceed?
Lastly, I’ve heard that some people have had issues with check delivery when the courier arrives at odd hours. Since I’m not home much during the day, would it be possible to have the transfer initiated and the funds deposited directly into my account by 5 PM on the same day, just to be safe?
Looking forward to your response. I’m really excited about this opportunity and grateful for your continued support.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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I received your email message and it well detailed to me. Yes the transaction process will that place before the 24
Mar 9, 2026, 8:12 PM UTC
I received your email message and it well detailed to me. Yes the transaction process will that place before the 24 hours estimated but depending on how soon you remit the fee because that is the only thing delaying the transaction process now. 2. Below are the information needed for now with regards to transfer.(Banking Details)Bank Name:Bank Address:Account NameAccount Number:Routing Number:Swift Code:Also lastly: Yes the transfer will be initiated and the total compensation funds deposited directly into your bank account by 5 PM on the same day" 100% possible!Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.Best RegardsMr. Kash PatelThe Director FBI United States.
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Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed response — I really appreciate the clarity. I’ve been looking into t
Mar 9, 2026, 9:03 PM UTC
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed response — I really appreciate the clarity. I’ve been looking into this carefully and it all makes sense now. I’m truly excited about moving forward with the direct bank transfer since I’ve been wanting to avoid the hassle of going in person to the bank, especially with my schedule these days.
I just wanted to confirm a few things to make sure I’m not missing anything. First, could you please double-check the exact name of the bank you’re using for the transfer? I’ve got my banking details ready, but I want to ensure it’s the same one that Mr. Moynihan is handling at Bank of America. Also, is there a specific routing number or Swift code they require for this transaction — I’ve seen some variations in the documents I’ve pulled up.
On a personal note, I’ve been working on getting my home security system updated lately — just trying to stay safe in this city, especially after a few recent incidents downtown. I feel like this kind of financial clarity is exactly what I need to feel more secure in managing things.
One last question: do you have a confirmation number or reference ID I should keep track of once I send the fee? I’d love to have something to reference in case I need to follow up later.
Looking forward to your reply — I’m all in and ready to proceed!
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Thank you for your positive response and here is the clarification on that:
I have already double checked the bank name
Mar 9, 2026, 9:29 PM UTC
Thank you for your positive response and here is the clarification on that:
I have already double checked the bank name handling this transfer and it (Bank Of America).
There's no specific routing number or Swift code require for this transaction, kindly provide the one you have with you and the transaction process will proceed immediately. Lastly: Yes there will be a reference number for you to track this transaction process and the transfer reference number will be made available to you as soon as you make the payment because that's the only thing delaying the transaction.
I hope you understand everything right and let's proceed further. I await your positive response ASAP
Best Regards
Mr. Kash Patel
The Director FBI United States.
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[redacted]
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed clarification — I truly appreciate the time and care you’ve taken to
Mar 9, 2026, 10:03 PM UTC
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the detailed clarification — I truly appreciate the time and care you’ve taken to walk me through this process. It’s very reassuring to know that everything is being handled with such precision, especially since I’ve been dealing with so many similar scams over the years.
I’ve just been thinking about how busy my office has been lately — I’ve had a couple of late-night oil litigation cases that spilled into the early hours, and I’ve been juggling court filings and client communications. Honestly, I’m a bit surprised how smoothly this seems to be moving, especially given the complexity of bank transfers.
Before I proceed, I’d like to confirm a few things to ensure everything is in order:
1. Could you please confirm again that the bank involved is indeed Bank of America, and that there’s no need for a Swift code since the transaction will be processed directly?
2. Is the reference number for the transfer something that will be generated automatically after payment, or do I need to provide a unique identifier from my account?
3. Since I’m not near a bank branch, I’d like to make sure the direct deposit will be processed by 5 PM today — is that still the deadline, or is there any possibility of a slight delay due to internal bank processing?
I’m genuinely excited about this and eager to move forward — I’ve already started gathering my banking details and would love to finalize everything as soon as possible.
Looking forward to your reply.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Alright, Like i said earlier that you should provide your bank account details and leave the rest for me to handle it as
Mar 9, 2026, 10:11 PM UTC
Alright, Like i said earlier that you should provide your bank account details and leave the rest for me to handle it as i promised you. And the bank handling this transfer is Bank Of America.
The Reference number will be generated automatically after the payment is made and your total funds transfer will take place immediately. I will provide the reference number to you like i said earlier.
Yes the transaction will be done today as soon as you make the your bank account details available to this office together with the required needed fee.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Best Regards
Mr. Kash Patel
The Director FBI United States.
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[redacted]
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the detailed breakdown. I’ve been reviewi
Mar 9, 2026, 11:03 PM UTC
Hi Mr. Patel,
Thank you so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the detailed breakdown. I’ve been reviewing everything carefully, and it all makes sense now. I’m a bit surprised that Bank of America is handling this since I’ve never had a transaction go through that fast before, but I suppose with your oversight, it’s a smooth process.
Just to confirm: you’re saying the transfer will go through *today* — same day — and once I provide my bank details, the reference number will be generated automatically after payment, correct? And the funds will be credited by 5 PM, no later?
I’ve been working on a few oil and gas cases lately, and I’ve had to deal with some unusual payment delays — especially with offshore transfers — so I’m actually quite excited about this one. It’s been a while since I’ve seen such a clear, straightforward process.
One quick question: do you have any official documentation or confirmation letter from the FBI or a government body that verifies this transaction? I’d like to keep things properly documented, and I’m happy to send any details you need to verify.
Looking forward to your confirmation so we can move forward. I’m ready to provide the banking info as soon as I hear back.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
(No phone — just email for now)
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
