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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 18, 2026, 10:03 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
This is a follow up to our last email correspondence with you in which you have been waiting to resolve the procurement as directed so as to enable us facilitate the process and ensure that your fund release is completed to your designated bank account in your country without any further delays.
Your proactive actions are encouraged.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the follow-up — I really appreciate your patience and continued effort on this. I’ve be
Mar 18, 2026, 11:06 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the follow-up — I really appreciate your patience and continued effort on this. I’ve been meaning to get back to you properly, especially since I’ve been busy with a few personal matters lately. My son’s school board meeting this past week was quite a mix of energy and chaos — one of the teachers actually brought in a full-scale debate about climate change in the classroom, which made me think about how global systems are all connected. It reminded me of how important it is to have clear, transparent processes, especially when it comes to financial matters like this one.
I’m excited to move forward, and I’d love to get clarity on a few things to make sure everything runs smoothly. Could you please confirm the exact name of the designated bank account we’re transferring to? Also, do you have the official reference number or case ID associated with this procurement process? And just to be safe — is there a specific form or document I need to complete and return to you, or is it all handled digitally?
I’m fully committed to helping this get through on time, and I’m glad we’re finally making progress. Looking forward to your reply!
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas, USA
Oil and Gas Litigation Attorney
Personal email: [redacted]
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 19, 2026, 5:41 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
You are very much aware that your transfer of USD$4,500.000 dollars has since been initiated and was subsequently intercepted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for not possession of the clearance certificate in which you are required to procure it at the cost not exceeding $500 dollars only, upon the receipt of this procurement fee, your fund release will be completed to your designated bank account in your country without any further delays.
Your proactive actions are encouraged.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the clarification — I truly appreciate the detailed explanation about the clearance cer
Mar 19, 2026, 6:05 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the clarification — I truly appreciate the detailed explanation about the clearance certificate requirement. I’ve been meaning to get this sorted, and I’m genuinely eager to move forward so that the funds can be released without any further delay.
I’ve been working on a few personal projects lately — actually, just last week I had to file a small motion in a gas rights dispute in Harris County, and it reminded me how important documentation is. That’s probably why I’ve been so focused on getting this clearance certificate in order.
Just to confirm: the procurement fee of $500 is to be paid directly to CIMB Berhad, correct? And once the certificate is processed, the release of the USD 4.5 million will be initiated automatically to my designated bank account in Houston?
Also, could you please confirm what kind of document the clearance certificate is — is it a specific form or a notarized affidavit? I’d like to make sure I’m fully compliant with the requirements.
I’m really looking forward to moving this forward and closing this loop. Thanks again for your continued support.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
Professional Oil & Gas Litigation Attorney
(Phone: +17163259415)
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 19, 2026, 6:31 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
This is to acknowledge the receipt of your mail with the content well read and understood, Meanwhile i like to reafirm to you that the exact cost of procurement is $500 dollars, Five Hundred United States Dollars as clearly stated in our previous email to you, Please note that.
Moreso, the amount will be paid directly to CIMB for the CIMB legal department to perfect the procurement as directed, you may be provided with a local bank account in your country where you can make the payment for easy and itch free payment process.
More so, note that the certificate is a specific form with the authorization to effect an immediate release of your fund to your designated bank account in your country.
Upon your immediate compliance to this simple guidelines, the release of your USD 4.5 million will automatically proceed to your designated bank account in Houston United states of America
Your further actions are awaiting on this.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the clear and detailed explanation — I’ve been going over everything carefully, and I
Mar 19, 2026, 7:03 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the clear and detailed explanation — I’ve been going over everything carefully, and I really appreciate the transparency. It makes sense that the clearance certificate is a necessary step, especially since the funds are being processed through a regulated international channel.
I’ve just been thinking about my day here in Houston — I was walking past the old oil refinery on 6th Street this morning, and I couldn’t help but think about how back in the day, things like this — paperwork, approvals, clearances — used to move so much faster. Now, with all the regulations and checks, it feels like every step has to be verified, even if it’s just a form. But honestly, I’m not complaining — it gives me a sense of responsibility, you know?
So, just to confirm: the $500 is due directly to CIMB’s legal department, and I’ll be making the payment through a local Houston bank account. Could you please confirm the exact name of the legal department or the internal reference number they’d use for the transaction? Also, is there a specific form I need to complete before sending the payment — like a signed authorization or a statement of intent?
And lastly, once the payment is processed, would you be able to provide me with a confirmation email or a reference ID so I can track it? I’d love to keep everything well documented.
Looking forward to your guidance — I’m really excited to move forward!
Best regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 19, 2026, 7:54 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
Your mail is received with the content well noted, yes, it is very good to keep an appropriate records of all the processes.
Meanwhile, here as required, i provide you with an affilate local bank account in United states where you can make the payment as directed.
Below here you have the local bank account details as provided for the payment.
Bank Name: United Cumberland Bank
Account Name: George Hudgins
Account Number:7137396
Routing Number: 042105785
Bank Address: 2568 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501
Amount: $500 Dollars.
Ensure to make the payment as directed and provide us with the payment confirmation slip accordingly.
Meanwhile, immediately this procuremet is perfected as deem necessary, you will be provided with every necessary code and informations for the transition of your fund to your designated bank account in your country.
Your further actions are awaiting on this.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the detailed instructions — I really appreciate the clarity and the promptness with whi
Mar 19, 2026, 8:03 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the detailed instructions — I really appreciate the clarity and the promptness with which you’ve provided the bank account details. It’s reassuring to know exactly where and how to make the payment, and I’m genuinely excited about moving forward.
I’ve been thinking about how busy things have been at the office lately — I just finished a big case on offshore drilling rights in the Gulf, and it’s been quite a mental drain. But now that I’ve got this straight, I can finally take a step back and focus on this.
Just to confirm: the $500 payment is being sent to George Hudgins at United Cumberland Bank in Somerset, KY, correct? And once that’s processed, the funds will automatically release to my designated account in Houston — is that accurate?
Also, just to make sure I’m not missing anything: does the certificate you mentioned come with a unique reference number or code that I’ll need to provide upon completion of the payment? I’d love to get that so I can keep a record.
I’m really looking forward to closing this out — it’s been a long time since I’ve had such a clear, straightforward path to receiving funds.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
43 years old, practicing oil and gas litigation
Currently working from home with a small balcony that looks over a quiet neighborhood — perfect for thinking.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 19, 2026, 8:18 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
The payment account details is absolutely correct as provided to you in our last email and as reconfirmed in your returned email too, Please note that and utlize it for the payment as directed and provide us with the payment conirmation slip accordingly.
Meanwhile, you don't have to provide any code or number for the certificate. Please note that and ensure to adhere accordingly as you have been directed.
Your further actions are awaiting on this.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thanks so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the detailed instructions and the confidence you'v
Mar 19, 2026, 9:09 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thanks so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the detailed instructions and the confidence you've shown in the process. I’ve been reviewing everything carefully, and it all makes sense now.
Just to confirm, I’m sending the $500 payment to the United Cumberland Bank account you provided — George Hudgins, routing number 042105785 — correct? And once that’s processed, the certificate will be automatically issued, and then the funds from the $4.5 million will go directly into my account in Houston, right?
I’ve been working on a few oil and gas cases lately, and I’m actually in the middle of a settlement review this week, so I’ll make sure to complete the payment as soon as possible — maybe even before lunch today.
Just one quick question: is there any specific form or documentation I need to submit with the payment, like a signed receipt or reference number? I don’t want to miss anything. Also, when the funds are released, will I get a confirmation letter or a direct notification from the bank?
I’m genuinely excited about this opportunity — it feels like a real, legitimate step forward.
Looking forward to your reply.
Warm regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
Licensed Attorney – Oil & Gas Litigation
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 19, 2026, 10:06 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
This is to acknowledge the receipt of your mail with the content well noted.
Meanwhile the payment account details as provided to you and reconfirm bellow here again is absolutely correct and that is where you are advised to make the payment to, Please take note and adhere accordingly.
Below here again you have the reconfirmed bank account details as provided for the payment.
Bank Name: United Cumberland Bank
Account Name: George Hudgins
Account Number:7137396
Routing Number: 042105785
Bank Address: 2568 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501
Amount: $500 Dollars.
You are only required to provide us with the payment confirmation slip as soon as you make the payment at your stipulated time, on or before your lunch hour. no other document or form is needed from you again.
As soon as you make the payment and provide us with the payment confirmation slip, the procurement exercise will be completed immediately and your fund release will authomatically reflect in your designated bank account and you will get an instant notification from your bank.
We await the payment confirmation slip accordingly.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the clear and repeated confirmation—I really appreciate the attention to detail. I’ve b
Mar 19, 2026, 11:03 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thank you so much for the clear and repeated confirmation—I really appreciate the attention to detail. I’ve been reviewing the account details carefully, and I’m confident I’ll make the payment promptly. I’m a bit of a slowpoke when it comes to bank transactions, especially when dealing with international ones, so I wanted to make sure I’m not missing anything.
Just to double-check: the payment is due before lunchtime today, correct? And once I send the confirmation slip, the funds should be automatically released into my designated account in the U.S., with no further action needed from me? Also, just to confirm—there’s no need to provide any personal identification numbers or codes, right? I don’t want to accidentally give anything that could be misused.
I’ve been working on a new oil and gas case this week—had a long meeting with a client about offshore lease disputes—and I’ve been thinking about how much smoother things would be if I had better financial controls. This feels like a step in that direction, even if it’s just a small one.
Looking forward to your confirmation once I’ve sent the slip. I’ll make sure to send it by noon today.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
Houston, Texas
Specializing in oil and gas litigation
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 19, 2026, 11:37 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
This is to acknowledge the receipt of your mail with the content well read and carefully noted, Meanwhile, i like to reafirm to you that you are correct and you are not missing anything at all, all is correct as you have stated in your last email, nothing else is needed of you as soon as the payment confirmation slip is made available as you have been advised. Please note this and adhere accordingly.
Your further actions are awaited with the payment confirmation slip as advised.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
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[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thanks so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the patience and the clear instructions. I’m a bit
Mar 19, 2026, 12:03 PM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thanks so much for the clarification — I really appreciate the patience and the clear instructions. I’m a bit busy this morning with a few oil-and-gas contract reviews at work, which is why I’ve been a little slow to respond. But I’ve got the payment details straight in front of me now, and I’m fully committed to making the payment by lunchtime as requested.
Just to confirm: the account is United Cumberland Bank, name George Hudgins, account number +17163259415, routing 042105785, and the address is 2568 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501 — all exactly as provided. I’m also good to go without needing any code or certificate, which I initially thought might be required, but now I understand it’s not. That’s a relief.
So just to be safe, could you kindly confirm again the exact time window for submission — specifically, is it before 12:00 PM central time? And do you have a preferred format for the confirmation slip — for example, a bank-generated screenshot or a printed copy? I’m thinking about doing it at the bank here in Houston, and I’d like to make sure I’m not missing anything in the process.
Also, I’ve been meaning to start a small gardening project in my backyard — it’s been a bit neglected lately — so I’m hoping to get this done before I head out for the day.
Looking forward to your confirmation so I can proceed.
Best regards,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
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CIMB BERHAD <[redacted]>
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul
Mar 24, 2026, 4:23 AM UTC
CIMB BERHAD BANK
Office Of International Affairs,
International remittance and security
93004 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan,
SW1P 4QH Malaysia
Attention:Danny Smith
We expected you to have make the payment as directed so as to enable us facilitate the process and ensure that your fund release is completed to your designated bank account in your country without any further delays.
Your urgent attention is awaited on this.
Yours in service.
Abdel Samir.
International Relations Officer
CIMB Berhad bank Malaysia
Tell:+6012974105
👺
[redacted]
Hi Abdel,
Thanks so much for your follow-up — I really appreciate how clear and thorough your messages have been. I’ve
Mar 24, 2026, 5:03 AM UTC
Hi Abdel,
Thanks so much for your follow-up — I really appreciate how clear and thorough your messages have been. I’ve been looking into the details, and I just wanted to confirm a couple of things to make sure everything is set up correctly before I move forward.
I’m currently working out the logistics of making the payment, and I’m based in Houston, Texas — so I’ll need to ensure I’m using a reliable domestic transfer service that can provide a proper confirmation slip with all the required details. I’ve got a good bank here, but I do have to check if they’ll accept international remittance to that U.S. account, especially since the routing number and address are in Kentucky.
Just to confirm: the payment is due by lunchtime, correct? And once the slip is sent, do you require it to be emailed directly or can it be sent via regular mail? Also, would it be possible to get a brief confirmation from your side that the account is active and valid before I proceed? I don’t want to send anything that might be flagged or rejected.
I’ve been spending a lot of time in the last few days just trying to stay on top of my oil and gas litigation cases — actually, last week I was reviewing a lease dispute in the Permian, and it reminded me how important timely processes are. That’s why I’m so focused on getting this right.
Looking forward to your guidance.
Best,
Danny Smith
Best regards,
Danny Smith
+17163259415
