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Fake government official

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A settlement notice, with a case number and a 48-hour deadline.

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Fictional Collections Service <notification@fictional-collections-service.example-not-real.test>

SETTLEMENT NOTICE — Case No. 2026-US-884213 Dear Sir or Madam, An outstanding balance of $128.40 remains unpaid for the past period. Without payment within 48 hours, a penalty will be applied and the case referred to litigation. Pay online: https://fictional-collections-service.example-not-real.test/pay For any dispute, call 1-800-XXX-XXXX (service open 24/7).

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