5 Email Exchanges Between Farrukh Igbal and Mr Pastie
- Geoff Pastie
- Jan 31
- 6 min read
Updated: Mar 15
As a fan of Bob Servant and Shizzy's Mailbag, I was feeling inspired to have a go myself at scambaiting - or wasting someone's time via email. This being 2015, the Nigerian Prince stuff had already started to dry up in favour of more feasible scams like competition wins and failed parcel deliveries, and I had to wait ages. When a suitable one finally arrived, the guy's heart wasn't even in it really. I'd still like credit for trying.
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2015 15:05:39 +0100
Subject: I need your partnership
From: Engr Farrukh Igbal (e.igbal2@aol.de)
To: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
Dear Friend.
Good day to you and your family.I apologize if the content here-under are contrary to your moral ethics but please treat with absolute secrecy and personal.
My name is Engr. Farrukh Iqbal from Pakistan, but worked in Damascus, Syria. I am 33 years Old, and i am a personal investor, also an oil Tycoon from Syria and Saudi Arabia: Al Furat Petroleum Company
[....]
Due to the war in Syria,I moved some funds into a bank in London,United Kingdom, for safety.
The amount that is moved to the bank is 42.6Million usd with the help of my colleague name: Mr.wilhelm name to deposit the fund.
I could not move the funds nor deposit it in my name so as to avoid suspicion by the Oil Company.
I want to transfer this fund into your bank account in your country.
[....]
Tell me more about your country, how good it will be to invest in your country Cities, Such as buying of properties, houses, real estate and investments in tourism.
I will appreciate whatever result you may brief me. Do let me know your idea and knowledge regarding these or any other profitable investment you may suggest.
I shall tell you more about this transaction as soon as i get your readiness concerning this transaction.
My private email.. engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com. Waiting for your reply
Thanks and best regards,
Engr.Farrukh Igbal.
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2015 18:07:41 +0100
Subject: Let’s grow together
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
Mr Iqbal
This is perfect timing! My rent is due in 3 days but I’m trying to get a girl to sleep with me and I already told her I’m a rich songwriter – one of those ones that secretly write all the pop songs but keep a low profile because they're in it solely for the money and can't be arsed with anything else – and I’d like to make good on this by spending a whole months’ rent on a pair of trainers or something. I mean, something for me, but that she can see me buy. That’s called win-win. You definitely made the right decision choosing me! Do you also have a nice apartment I can use, until the money clears and I can buy one? I live near London.
My country is relatively small by land mass, though it boasts the world’s fifth-largest economy. It enjoys a temperate maritime climate due to its proximity to the Gulf Stream. I have lots of ideas for investing our money! What’s the one thing people will always need? FOOD. We have much to discuss!
Geoff
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2015 18:12:19 +0100
Subject: Re: Let’s grow together
From: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
To: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
Dear Sir,
Thank you for your response to my mail. Before i proceed with you further,i need to have trust in you. Send me your personal data: Full name, Age,Occupation,Nationality, phone numbers, ID card or passport copy.
Farrukh
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2015 20:31:34 +0100
Subject: Re: Let’s grow together
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
To: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
Full name: Geoff Pastie
Age: 34
Occupation: Unemployed (disability)
Nationality: British
Phone numbers: No
What did you think of my business idea? And when can I see your apartment? I’m meeting this girl tomorrow, but obviously I can stall her for a while.
Geoff
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2015 20:43:51 +0100
Subject: Re: Let’s grow together
From: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
To: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
Dear Geoff,
thanks for your mail. Before we proceed, i need to let you know that this transaction will cost us to invest money from our personal savings, before the funds could be approved and transferred to your account.
Are you ready for this?
Respond asap.
Farrukh
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 2015 17:41:28 +0100
Subject: What the hell
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
To: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
No. I don’t have any money because I just spent this month’s rent on trainers, as we discussed. I’ll have even less when I’m hit for bank charges after my payment bounces on Thursday. To be honest I’m a little annoyed with you. But don’t worry, I’m sure we can work it out. I’ll call my landlord and explain. Meanwhile, what do you need me to do?
I haven’t seen this girl naked yet but I really think it’s on the cards. Do you have an apartment I can use or not? Her name is Jo and she has the body of a champion whippet.
Date: Mon, 31 Aug 2015 08:44:09 +0100
Subject: Re: What the hell
From: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
To: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
Dear Geoff
The cost to execute the release the funds will be $500 this has been set by Her Majesty’s Customes and revenue. I will pay half as the business partner leaving $250 for yourself. Please do let me know when you have the money so we can proceed without delay
respond asap
Farrukh
Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2015 10:07:28 +0100
Subject: Good news
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
To: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
We’re in luck! My grandma has been able to help us out with a bit of money. She’d only waste it on Bingo anyway. She has onset dementia and the nursing home still let her gamble twice a week. It’s disgraceful. Now, you asked me for a lot of information so you could trust me. But trust is a two-way street, daddy. You haven’t answered any of my questions. How do I know you won’t steal my money?
Tell me more about yourself! I knew a kid at school called Iqbal, and we called him Lickballs. It turned out he actually was gay, and I was almost suspended for hatemongering. How the hell was I supposed to know? I could never understand a word he said. Anyway, I don’t want any more trouble. I want us to be friends.
You mentioned you had family. Any kids? I love kids.
What do you really think of my investment advice? You can be honest with me, I’m new at this. Can we buy a McDonald’s together?
For the fourth time of asking, what about this goddamn apartment?
I phoned my landlord and I may have to move out soon. I figure I can stall him for about 3 weeks, which should give us plenty of time.
Your friend
Geoff
Date: Mon, 14 Sep 2015 12:41:16 +0100
Subject: Re: What the hell
From: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
To: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
My name is Engr. Farrukh Iqbal from Pakistan, but worked in Damascus, Syria. I am 33 years Old, and i am a personal investor
I have 2 kids
We can by a McDonald’s.
the apartment is good
Please do let me know when you have the money so we can proceed without delay
Date: Fri, 18 Sep 2015 22:12:39 +0100
Subject: Good news
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
To: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
Well, first things first, I need a bank account. I’m paying my rent (by the way, this month is now overdue: can you send a cheque?) via a joint account I still hold with my wife. I don’t want my 40 mil anywhere near the grasping paws of that hateful bitch. Come to think of it, we may have to wait until after the divorce.
Date: Sun, 1 Nov 2015 13:45:28 +0100
Subject: Good news
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
To: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
Bit of a hiccup on the bank account front. They wouldn’t give me one! Can you believe it! Those evil mercenary sharks, it’s their fault I’m jobless in the first place. They said it’s because I don’t have regular income. I told them I’m a rich songwriter and I receive royalties on a monthly basis, and they didn’t believe me. Then I remembered this was a lie. So I told them my friend Iqbal was going to share 42.6 million dollars with me in return for my investment advice, and they didn’t believe that either! I’ll have to try a different bank. When I get the money together to go into the city, I’ll let you know what happens.
I think it would help if I had some evidence. Maybe send me some official-looking forms asking for my advice and I’ll only partially fill them, with vague hints of where to invest your money, just as a teaser. Then I can say, you’ll have to pay to find out exactly where, and then you reply and say you agree. It’s all about leaving a paper trail. But what am I telling you for! You’re a business magnate. Anyway, let me know what you think.
Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2015 13:45:28 +0100
Subject: Good news
From: Geoff Pastie (XXX@hotmail.com)
To: ENGINEER FARRUKH IGBAL (engineerfarrukhigbal@gmail.com)
Hello?
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