this comes from a Telstra IP, and shows as an APNIC allocation rather than RIPE (as it could still be possible Telstra have some in Europe) – which makes me a bit suspicious.

I’m writing this with tears in my eyes, I and my family presently on a short trip to Rome, Italy. Unfortunately, I was robbed in the hotel I booked, all my valuables which includes cash, mobile phones were stolen during the attack but luckily I still have my passport with me.

I’ve been to the Embassy and the Police here but they are not taking the matter seriously. Please, I really need your financial assistance now because things are really getting tough on me here. Our flight leaves in few hours from now but we’re having problems settling the hotel bills and the hotel manager won’t let us leave until we settle the bills. Please, let me know if you can help us out?

I’ll really appreciate your prompt response.

Kind regards

Steve