Brethren of Dover Lodge, if you are a member of the Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland, you may have received the email below. This is an email scam – DO NOT SEND MONEY. I have confirmed this evening that our Brother Jones is safe and sound here in the U.S. .

Never send money when solicited by anyone with whom you’re not familiar, and always verify with the person before you send if you know them. It will save you much heartache, and keep money out of the hands of dishonest people.

 

How you doing? I made a trip to London, Got mugged at gun point last night! All cash, Credit card and phone was stolen, I got messed up in another country… stranded in London, fortunately passport was back in my hotel room.  It was a bitter experience and i was hurt on my right hand, but i’uld be just fine. I am sending you this message cos i don’t want anyone to panic; I want you to keep it that way for now! Our return flight leaves in 12 hours but I’m having troubles sorting out the hotel bills, wondering if you could loan me some money to sort out the hotel bills and also take a cab to the airport about (1,350 Pounds). I have been to the embassy but they aren’t helping issues, I have limited means of getting out of here, so I really need your help.   Wire it to my name and hotel address via Western union: Alan W. Jones 56 Kentish Town Road, London, NW5 2AA Get back to with the transfer details as soon as you are through. I await your prompt response. Best Regards Alan W. Jones