The family is part of the scam.

Submitted by Isis (Australia), Jan 15, 2012 at 19:42

"I have been accepted as part of the family... a scammer doesnt usually introduce you to his whole family and his village."

His family are in on the scam - this is a common ploy to gain your trust. They can see the rewards in gaining your trust as much as the scammer can.

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