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Man steals $10,000 from woman in lotto scam

Posted: 10/16/12 at 4:15 pm EDT      Last Updated: 10/16/12 at 4:45 pm EDT

MIAMI (WSVN) -- An alleged lotto scam has left one South Florida resident ripped off.

Surveillance images captured the man police said robbed a woman then took off.

The man allegedly convinced her to withdraw $10,000 from her account, claiming he could npt claim his winnings because he was not a U.S. citizen.

It happened along Southwest 88th Street and 147th Avenue in Miami.

If you recognize the man, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward.

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