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Hi James,
Thanks so much for the email — I really appreciate the update on the payment. I’m excited to get started an
Aug 15, 2026, 11:05 PM UTC
Hi James,
Thanks so much for the email — I really appreciate the update on the payment. I’m excited to get started and make sure everything goes smoothly.
I’ve been working on a few oil and gas litigation cases lately in Houston, and I’ve actually just finished a big one involving a failed deepwater drilling contract. The paperwork was a mess, but it gave me a lot of insight into how payment processes can go off-track — which makes this kind of structured, daily disbursement even more appealing.
Could you please confirm the exact time frame when the $4500 per day payments are scheduled? I’d like to make sure I’m ready to receive them on time. Also, is there a specific Western Union branch or location that’s being used — or is it through a digital transfer system?
And just to be thorough — do you have any documentation or confirmation number that links the payment to my name? I know I’m supposed to provide my full contact address, cell number, and occupation, so I’d like to make sure all the details are in order before I send them over.
Looking forward to your guidance — I’m truly looking forward to this next step.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
43, Houston, Texas
Oil & Gas Litigation Specialist
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Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Funds Disbursement Office <[redacted]>
It is my pleasure to inform you that your funds are now deposited with the
Western Union remitting office here and we he
Aug 15, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
It is my pleasure to inform you that your funds are now deposited with the
Western Union remitting office here and we hereby write to inform you
that we have sent your full compensation payment of US10.5 Million USD
through Western Union Office and you will be receiving $4500USD twice per
day and we have sent you the first payment.
Contact James Craig Hanneger and ask him to give you the Western Union
payment information.
Email: [redacted]
Fill Below Information
1. Full name .........
2. Contact Address....
3. Cell Phone & WhatsApp Number
4. Occupation ........
Thanks And Remain Blessed.
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[redacted]
Hi there,
Thank you so much for the detailed explanation — I really appreciate the clarity. I’m genuinely excited to
Aug 16, 2026, 12:04 AM UTC
Hi there,
Thank you so much for the detailed explanation — I really appreciate the clarity. I’m genuinely excited to get started and move forward with this. I’ve been thinking about how the oil and gas sector in Texas always seems to have a lot of moving parts, like this kind of international disbursement process — it’s kind of like a financial puzzle, but with a lot of moving pieces. I’ve got a lot of experience in litigation and dispute resolution, so I’m actually quite confident I can navigate the details smoothly.
Just a few quick questions to make sure I’m on the right track:
1. Is the $150 IMF Stamp Duty Charge due directly to the Western Union office, or is it processed through the IMF office you mentioned earlier?
2. Since I’m in Houston, and I’m not exactly close to a Western Union outlet, would it be possible to receive the funds electronically, or is there a specific process for in-person collection?
3. When you say the payment is on hold, does that mean the $4,500 will only go through once the fee is paid, or is there a separate activation step after that?
I’ve been looking at the Western Union tracking link and the MTCN code — I double-checked it and everything looks valid. I’ll go ahead and pay the $150 fee via CashApp as soon as I have a moment. I just need to confirm the exact details to avoid any delays.
Looking forward to your response — I truly believe this is a real opportunity, and I’d love to move forward with confidence.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
43, Houston, TX
Occupation: Oil & Gas Litigation Attorney
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Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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Office Desk <[redacted]>
Your full response was well received and processed,
I'm still confused on why you attached a Bitcoin payment receipt th
Aug 16, 2026, 12:15 AM UTC
Your full response was well received and processed,
I'm still confused on why you attached a Bitcoin payment receipt that has
nothing to do with me but I will take it as a mistake.
The $150USD IMF Stamp Duty Charge is due to the IMF not Western union as
you asked and it's a one time fee that once you've paid it through one
among the options provided, once you choose one, your first payment will be
activated and stamped for your pick up without any delay.
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Office Desk <[redacted]>
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Aug 16, 2026, 12:18 AM UTC
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WELCOME TO WESTERN UNION DEPARTMENT
Website: www.westernunion.com
This fund was awarded to you by the United Nations, in collaboration with
the European Union, African Union, and the United States of America, as
part of the compensation program. Your email address was randomly selected
through an automated system used to identify qualified individuals and
businesses. To ensure prompt accessibility, Western Union was chosen as the
disbursement channel.
You will receive your funds in installments of 4,500 per transfer, with up
to five transfers daily, totaling 22,500 per day until the full amount of
10.5 million is paid out. The funds will be available for collection at any
Western Union outlet closest to your location.
Please click below link to track your first payment
MTCN CODE: 512 566 6193
Sender First Name : Ellis
Amount : $4500
https://www.westernunion.com/sa/en/web/track-transfer/results
However, your first $4500 is on hold as instructed by the IMF office,
as they are demanding for IMF Stamp Duty Charge in compliance with the
mandatory prerequisites for the resumption of your payment through Western
union money transfer.
Please note: The only fee required to initiate your payment is the IMF and
stamp duty charge, set at $150 USD, as mandated by the International
Monetary Fund (IMF).
Accepted payment methods for the fee:
- Bitcoin Wallet
- Gift Card
- CashApp
Upon receipt of the $150 fee, your name will be activated in our system,
and your first installment of $4,500 will be released immediately.
Note:
For security reasons, you are advised to keep your information confidential
till your Payment is processed and your money remitted to you in whatever
manner.
Thank you for choosing Western Union.
We look forward to your prompt response.
Best regards,
Authorized Payment Agent
Western Union® Money Transfer
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[redacted]
Hi there,
Thanks so much for the detailed info — I really appreciate the clarity and the care you’ve taken in explain
Aug 16, 2026, 1:04 AM UTC
Hi there,
Thanks so much for the detailed info — I really appreciate the clarity and the care you’ve taken in explaining everything. I’m genuinely excited about this opportunity, especially since it’s a real, structured payout through a major financial channel like Western Union. It’s just incredible to think that something like this could be happening for someone like me, living in Houston, Texas, with a quiet life and a few oil-and-gas cases on the side.
I’ve been working on a few real estate projects lately — actually, just finished one in the Houston Eastside — and it’s been a bit of a grind, so this kind of financial windfall feels like a real turn of luck.
Just to confirm: the $150 IMF Stamp Duty Charge needs to be paid via one of the accepted methods — Bitcoin, Gift Card, or CashApp — and once that’s processed, my first $4,500 should be released right away? And the MTCN code is +17163259415, sender name Ellis — all correct?
Also, just to make sure I’m not missing anything: is there a specific time window for when the payment should be processed after payment? And do I need to send the fee confirmation back to you, or will Western Union automatically update the system?
I’d love to get this moving as soon as possible.
Warmly,
Danny
Sent from my iPhone
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
👤
Office Desk <[redacted]>
Once you choose a payment option from the provided one and make payment,
you are required to provide me with the receipt
Aug 16, 2026, 1:09 AM UTC
Once you choose a payment option from the provided one and make payment,
you are required to provide me with the receipt or proof of payment
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[redacted]
Hi there,
Thanks for the clarification — I really appreciate how clear you’ve been. I just wanted to double-check a c
Aug 16, 2026, 2:04 AM UTC
Hi there,
Thanks for the clarification — I really appreciate how clear you’ve been. I just wanted to double-check a couple of things because I’m trying to make sure everything moves smoothly for me.
First off, you mentioned the $150 IMF Stamp Duty Charge is due before the first payment activates. I’ve attached a Bitcoin receipt from a recent transaction I did — I thought it might be relevant since it’s one of the accepted methods. Is that okay to use, or do you need a different kind of proof? For instance, if I send it via Bitcoin, does it need to be a specific wallet address or a transaction ID linked to a verified account?
Also, I noticed the link you provided is for Western Union’s tracking page — is that the only way to verify the transaction, or should I be setting up a separate account or portal with them? I’ve been looking into this a bit, and I’ve heard that some Western Union offices require verification steps, especially for large transfers.
On a lighter note, I’ve been trying to fix that leaky faucet in my kitchen — it’s been a minor annoyance, but it’s really made me appreciate how important it is to get things right, especially when it comes to money.
Just wanted to make sure we’re on the same page — when you say “proof of payment,” do you mean something I can send directly to you via email, or do you need it processed through a third party?
Looking forward to your thoughts!
Best,
Danny
Sent from my iPhone
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415