[dkarp]

If something sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.

I have sympathy as this man lost a lot of money and it will have a lasting impact on his life. But the scammer took advantage of his greed, so I hope he learnt a lesson. Only greed could make you believe someone when they suggest you let them hold your 400k for a few minutes and they'll send you back 800k, without appearing to gain anything from you doing so.