by James Vietch
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We have received approval for your Non-Inspection Certificate at a cost of: $1085
From: James Veitch
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To: AIRRA SHIPPING
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Subject: Re: SHIPMENT RECEIVED Date: 6 January 17:26
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No, there is nothing of interest for you inside the trunk boxes.
Being a dealer in Ancient Art and whatnot, I am accustomed to large shipments of this nature. There’s nothing suspicious about that.
Ancient Graphic Art. That’s my racket. And don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
From: AIRRA SHIPPING
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: SHIPMENT RECEIVED Date: 6 January 18:01
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You are required to immediately send the balance payment of $1085 for the The Non Inspection Certificate Fee This will enable the subsequent delivery of your trunk boxes to you.
From: James Veitch
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To: AIRRA SHIPPING
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Subject: Re: SHIPMENT RECEIVED Date: 6 January 21:12
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These aren’t the trunk boxes you’re looking for.
You won’t find anything anyway – apart from Ancient Art that’s Graphic in nature.
From: AIRRA SHIPPING
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: SHIPMENT RECEIVED Date: 7 January 12:59
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If you cannot meet up with the payment today, then the shipment will have to be delayed.
From: James Veitch
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To: AIRRA SHIPPING
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Subject: Re: SHIPMENT RECEIVED Date: 7 January 15:06
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DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES LOOK INSIDE THE TRUNK BOXES. I FORBID IT.
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Panic Date: 7 January 15:06
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Mary, how long do I need to keep up this ruse? I’m acting super natural but I think they know something’s up.
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Panic Date: 7 January 15:36
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You should pay the fee they are asking for.
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Sincerity Date: 7 January 20:51
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I’ve been thinking about the percentages a lot. Could we do 40% for me, 50% for you, but also give 20% to charity? I don’t feel like we’re giving them enough in the current split.
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Sincerity Date: 8 January 15:22
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i do not mind increasing the percentage to see the success of this,
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Confidentiality Date: 8 January 16:20
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This is fantastic. And I was also thinking that we should increase mine a bit too. Can we agree 40% for you, 65% for me and 20% to charity. Would that be ok?
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Confidentiality Date: 8 January 17:15
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There is no problem my dear, am really worried about the consignment because of the much delay.
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Charley Date: 8 January 17:48
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If poss, I’d like to give my friend Charley one-fifth; he did Ancient Greek at uni. Might come in handy with translating the Graphic Art.
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Charley Date: 9 January 12:38
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Who is your friend you talk about and do you trust him?
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Final breakdown Date: 9 January 19:36
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FINAL BREAKDOWN
MARY: 40%
JAMES: 70%
CHARITY: 20%
CHARLEY: 1/5th
JAMES: 20%
and a further 35% for Gary?
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Final breakdown Date: 9 January 20:03
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You have put your compensation two times.
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Re: Final breakdown Date: 9 January 21:34
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Damn, you’re good.
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Final breakdown Date: 10 January 20:13
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THe trunks are waiting for your payment. Do not delay.
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Question Date: 11 January 16:19
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Do we know what’s in them yet?
From: Mary Gary
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Question Date: 12 January 14:59
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Do you think am kidding
From: James Veitch
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To: Mary Gary
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Subject: Re: Question Date: 12 January 15:00
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Do not think you’re kidding.
Unless you are. Are you kidding?
Safety First
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 14 November 16:57
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Sorry for any inconveniences, but I’m in a terrible situation. I came down here to Manila,Philippines. Last night I was robbed at gunpoint, my wallet and other valuables were stolen off me, leaving only my passport and life safe. My luggage is still in custody of the hotel management pending when I make payment on outstanding bills.
I need you to help me with a loan I will reimburse you soon as I get back Home.
All hopes on you.
Tom Beedham
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 14 November 18:43
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Again??!! Noooo problem, Tom. What do you need this time?
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 14 November 18:53
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Glad you replied. As soon as i get back home tomorrow i will definitely refund the money. All i need is £2,150 sent through western union to my information below.
Receivers Name: Tom Beedham
Location: Vicente Cruz Street 908, Espana, Near 7-Eleven
Manila City, 1000, Metro Manila
As soon as it is done, kindly get back to me with the western union confirmation number
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 14 November 18:56
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Wow. That is a lot of money. Let me see what I can pull together. We may have to unplug Granny but I reckon it’s doable :)
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 14 November 19:27
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OK, Kindly go to the nearest Western Union Shop as soon as it is open tomorrow.
Keep me posted.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 09:25
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Hey Buddy,
Just woke up. Had an awful nightmare about your gun mugging. I’m a bit nervous about sending this much money abroad. Can I just send it straight to your hotel?
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 09:43
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Hi,
The Hotel Management does not allow payment online only cash in person.Kindly send via western union to my name and send me the Money Transfer Control Number from western union(MTCN)#
Kindly do this and email me the transfer code ASAP.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:30
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Boom! I sent the money and they gave me that confirmation MTCN number you were on about.
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:32
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Send me the number please so I can pick up the money.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:40
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Is it ok if I send the number to you in bits? It’s a lot of money and I heard from a friend that emails can sometimes get hacked! Though, to be frank, that sounds far-fetched.
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:40
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Yes. Send in bits. Please quick.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:43
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Ok, I’m really glad you agree about that. Incidentally, Lucy has had a baby. Can you believe it?! When did you guys break up again? Anyway, don’t worry about that now. The first digit of the MTCN number to collect your cash is ‘1’.
Reply back for the next bit. The baby has curly hair. Just like you.
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:43
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Send the number as whole number. This takes too long.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:46
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No, no no, we can’t have this money going astray. Better safe than sorry. To be honest, that’s a good rule of thumb generally. Re: Lucy, let me know if you need me to do a cheek swab.
Are you ready for the second number?
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 10:49
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Yes please send more numbers though
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:05
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Ok, I’ll send two numbers this time to speed things up.
The next part is ‘23’.
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:08
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How many numbers altogether?
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:09
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32
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:14
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Tom?
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:16
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Please give more numbers.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:35
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No can do. Security, Tom.
Are you ready for the fourth digit in the sequence?
From: Tom Beedham
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To: James Veitch
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 11:40
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Yes. I am ready.
From: James Veitch
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To: Tom Beedham
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Subject: Re: Reply ASAP.................Tom Beedham Date: 15 November 12:03
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Ok, but just so I know it’s still you, can you repeat back to me the numbers I’ve given you so far.