Greg Murrill - is it a scam?

hello
I need to know is the person who contacted me a scammer.
his name is Greg Murrill
and this is email i received from him

I am Mr Greg Murrill, 40 Years Old from United State I work as a Marine Engineer and I don't usually stay home unless during weekends. I will like you to know that I have a Son which name is Richard 5 years old. My wife passed out few Months ago and i need someone to help me look after my son because he's the only one left at home with my grandma and she's too hold to take care of him. Do get back to me as soon as possible,if you're willing to accept the position.

Mr. Greg Murrill

please, I need your help

[AlanJones]

Hi,

It's a scam.

A search of the phrase "I work as a Marine Engineer and I don't usually stay home unless during weekends." gives a link to this post viewtopic.php?f=42&t=22968.

Different names, exactly the same email content.

Can you post up the email address used and also the headers (minus your details).

Greg Murrill [email protected]

there is not any headers

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[AlanJones]

The scammer (or a different on using the same script) is now using email address [email protected]

Here is the second email that they send

Hello,


I must confess to you that am so much happy to read from you and if you will influence him with good attitude. I will be paying you 2500 Dollars every four weeks and a pocket fees of 300 Dollars every Weekend. As i lost my wife and my first daughter some months back,and i have been coping on since then,but my job commitment is much. I am down to earth,blunt and take things the way they come. I am a very friendly person and easy to get along with. You will have no problem in adapting to our lifestyle here. I will be needing your services due to the time commitment that is demanding by my job. I want you to know that you'll never have any cause to regret taking up this job.I am a very dedicated individual who is totally committed to human development,friendly, very trustworthy. The nature of my job make's me travel allot and i really need someone who can help me take good care of Richard. I'm most especially thrilled by your experience and passion for kids and the sense of kind heartedness you have. I also believe that you will incorcate Godly virtues and morals into Richard. I will appreciate you come as early as possible. I don't smoke but do not mind people who do being around me. Am cool headed and easy going person with no criminal record, i had already been sure that i found a very good aupair in you. If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask me. You have nothing to worry about you will be treated like one of the family and you will have 5 days to work in a week and 2days as your off day that is Saturdays and Sundays. You will have access to my cars and the opportunity to do what ever you want to for you own good on weekends. Your duties will be taking my Son to school and bringing him back home, play with him, go to museums, playground, watching movies, prepare/serving him snacks and foods. You will have your private room which will have Bathroom, Toilet, Television, Air-Conditional. You will have access to the Internet and a Telephone at home to get in touch with your friends and loved ones. Here is my contact number if you wish to talk to me on phone, (+13373487124). Richard has a warm and friendly attitude,i do not think you will be have any problem with him,he likes candy,chocolate and he likes watching cartoon movies. He pays rapt attention to all i do and tries to mimick those acts he sees me perform in the kitchen,laundry and other activities.He is very intelligent and loves to take after people, this is the more reason i will appreciate someone with good qualities to be his aupair so that he doesn't take to bad influence. I live in a big house with a lovely garden in it. However, to avoid wasting time, I'll like to know how long you can work for my family? well I think that would have to depend on you but left to me. I will appreciate your reply knowing you are willing and ready to be part of my family. I really need you to come over here to assist me take proper care of my family because am usually out and feel its bad leaving my Son alone with my grandma at home at all time, cos my grandma is getting old so I really would appreciate you make things work out, I will appreciate you come as early as possible.




SERVICE DESCRIPTION:




1. I need someone Honest, Caring, Trustworthy, Loving, Affectionate, Concerned, Understanding and Loves Children.
2. Do you have an International Passport for applying for a Visa to US ?
3.Do you have all necessary paper's needed for you to work in (US), such as Aupair working permit, your medical insurance, and your planeTicket??
4. A copy of your resume'/CV and a photo




QUESTIONS:


1. How many Years of experience do you have as an AU PAIR/Nanny ?
2. Do you have a Driver's License?
3. How was the last family with like ?
4. Have you ever traveled overseas ?
5. Can u speak English?
6. Can u cook ?
7. Can u Drive ?




Here is my home address:


4 Ridge Rd
City: Cortlandt Manor
State: New York.
zip code: 10567.
Country: United States.


I will be very grateful if you respond better to me. I will also appreciate you get back to me to signify your interest and how soon you can make it here in (US).
Mr. Greg Murrill