Análise das estratégias linguísticas usadas em mensagens de burla de transferência de dinheiro – uma contribuição para Linguística Forense

Abstract

The theme of this research is “Analysis of linguistic strategies used in money transfer scam messages – a contribution to Forensic Linguistics”. We aim to answer the following basic question: What are the common linguistic mechanisms used in money transfer scam messages in mobile wallet services or mobile phone operators (Emola, M-pesa, BCI, Mkesh)? This essay is a bibliographic and documentary analysis, and its general objective is to analyze linguistic elements to identify the profile of the authors of scam messages. To achieve this, we will follow the following specific objectives: to relate forensic linguistics to message interpretation; to conceptualize Forensic Stylistics and its analysis strategy; and finally to identify and explain the general characteristics of scam messages. At the end of the research, we hope to confirm the following hypotheses in response to the basic question: fraudulent money transfer messages use language that imitates official communication from reputable institutions to increase their credibility and fraudsters employ specific persuasion techniques, such as creating a sense of urgency and emotional appeal, to induce victims to act quickly. The motivation for choosing this study lies in the fact that cases of fraud through false messages have been reported – a variety of crime – and also to demonstrate to the scientific community the importance of Forensic Linguistics. It is important to note that messages are not always received at a favorable time, that is, to compare them with messages from the person believed to be the “known” author, so the recipient is likely to transfer money to a fraudster. With this research, we hope to contribute to the field of Forensic Linguistics by offering a detailed analysis of the language techniques used in money transfer frauds. The findings can be used by security professionals, educators and financial institutions to develop more effective prevention and awareness strategies(TRADUÇÃO NOSSA)