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Toronto Man Charged in $600,000 Online Romance Scam, Allegedly Part of Larger Criminal Network
Toronto, Canada – A 28-year-old Toronto resident, Chimezie Nwabueze, is at the center of a criminal investigation after police accused him of defrauding two victims of more than $600,000 in…
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Scottsdale Man Loses Thousands in Elaborate Dating App Scam
A Scottsdale resident has come forward to share how he was defrauded out of thousands of dollars in a sophisticated scam that began on a Christian dating app. The man,…
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‘I Lost £85K to a Romance Scam – Banks Must Do More,’ Says Rodrick Lodge
Rodrick Lodge, a widower who lost £85,000 to a romance scam involving a woman who never existed, has called on banks to strengthen their efforts in protecting vulnerable individuals from…
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The Dangers of Online Dating: How Scammers Use AI
Millions of people use dating websites and apps hoping to find love. However, instead of romance, many encounter scammers who trick them into sending money and personal information.
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As Valentine’s Day Nears, FBI Warns of the Dangers of Online Romance Scams
Protect yourself from online romance scams this Valentine’s Day. Learn how to spot red flags, stay safe while dating online, and avoid falling victim to fraud with tips from FBI…
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Fukuoka Teacher in 50s Loses ¥42 Million in Online Romance Scam
A woman in her 50s from Fukuoka City, working as a teacher, recently fell victim to an elaborate online romance scam that led to the loss of 42 million yen.…
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Ontario Sisters Travel to Newfoundland After Mother Loses $20,000 to Romance Scam
Two sisters from Ontario travelled to Newfoundland to spend time with their mom after they learned she lost $20,000 to a romance scam.
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Federal Court Sentences Romance Scam Leader to Over 10 Years in Prison
An Atlanta man who defrauded elderly individuals in Rhode Island and other states out of millions of dollars through a romance scam and money laundering scheme was sentenced on Tuesday…
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Romance Scams: A Growing Threat and Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Santander UK has issued a warning after bank customers lost almost £4 million to romance scams over the past six months.
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Inside look at Ghana’s “hustle kingdom” and romance scam operations
Men and women in the U.S. looking for love online are being tricked by young men trained to scam them
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Florida 2nd in US for romance schemes. How to avoid them online
Florida 2nd in US for romance schemes. How to avoid them online
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Romance scam costs man $83K
A man from Southwestern Ontario was defrauded of $83,000 over a two-year period in an intricate romance scam. This scam entailed marrying a woman from the U.S. whom he had…
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In the first half of 2024, 66 billion yen was stolen in Japan as a result of online scams
The amount of money stolen in investment fraud and romance scams linked to social media in Japan totaled about ¥66.02 billion in the first half of the year, exceeding the…
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NY man sentenced for $110K romance scam that targeted Wichita woman
A man from New York is required to repay a Wichita woman after authorities determined he swindled her out of $110,000 through a romance scam.
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Is an online friend claiming they need money for an emergency? It might be a scam
If your new online friend or romantic interest says they have an emergency and need money, it’s probably not just bad luck. It's more likely they're a scammer trying to…
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Dating app scam: When ‘say hi’ turns into ‘say goodbye’
Sound engineer in Vadapalani was robbed by an eight-member gang after meeting a woman through a dating app. The gang filmed him in a compromising position and extorted 27,000. Four…
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Nigerian scammers defraud Tashkent woman of $90,000 in inheritance scam
According to media reports, the incident occurred two months ago. Nigerian scammers contacted the woman through social networks. They told her that the owner of a large company had died…
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AI and deepfakes – a new level of romance scams
Discover how scammers use AI and deepfakes to deceive victims in online romance scams. Learn how to safeguard your heart and wallet. Stay safe!
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Tinder Scammer: $100K Theft from Women
Discover how Peter Gray, a cunning scammer on Tinder, swindled more than $100,000 from trusting women. Shocking confessions from victims.
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Fraudsters target users of dating websites and apps to defraud victims into signing up for recurring payments
Cybercriminals exploit fears surrounding online dating, tricking individuals into downloading fake "verification" apps, which then enable the theft of personal information and funds
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11 Nigerians arrested in Germany, they are members of Nigerian dating mafia
The alleged gang members, using fake identities online, extorted money from victims after gaining their trust and promising marriage. The suspected criminals were Nigerians who had lived in Germany for…
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Liza Likins was victimized by a romance scam on Facebook
Liza Likins is one of those who fell victim to such a scam. The former backup singer for Stevie Nicks and other musicians says what she thought was true love…
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Student from NC State lost $41,000 in scam with dating agency
An NC State student lost tens of thousands of dollars after university police stated he became ensnared in a global dating agency scam, amounting to approximately $41,000
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Man from Japan loses $730,000 in romance scam
A man in southwestern Japan has lost about 110 million yen, or roughly 730,000 dollars, after falling victim to a so-called romance scam.
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‘Yahoo Boy’ romance scammer convicted in Utah federal trial
A federal jury convicted a 'Yahoo Boy' romance scammer Friday in a $600,000 scheme.
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New Jersey Husband And Wife Part Of Romance Scam Trio With 100 Victims And $4.5M Stolen
A husband and wife as well as another woman from New Jersey all pleaded guilty for their roles in scamming about $4.5 million from at least 100 victims through social…
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Debby Montgomery Johnson: The romance scam that cost widow $1 million
It wasn't long before Eric, a British businessman and fellow widower with a kind smile, caught my attention. Our conversations flowed effortlessly, providing solace during a difficult time. The virtual…
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AI: From Dating Sites to Phishing Emails
Deceptive individuals are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) more and more, using it for various scams, from online dating cons to phishing attacks. Kevin Gosschalk, the CEO of Arkose Labs, emphasized…
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70,000 people praying for love fell prey to romance scams in last year
Approximately 70,000 victims collectively lost $1.3 billion, according to the report. The IRS Criminal Investigation’s Atlanta Field Office is sharing warnings about the different types of romance scams.
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Romance scammers’ favorite lies exposed
Romance scammers tell all sorts of lies to steal your heart and money, and reports to the FTC show those lies are working. Last year’s romance scam numbers looked a…
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Romance Scams: How to Recognize and Report Them
As technology continues to advance, so do the tactics used by scammers. One of the most prevalent types of scams is the romance scam, in which a criminal creates a…
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Nigeria’s Chibueze cracked in Cambodia over romance scam
Nigeria’s Chukwueke Felix Chibueze has been arrested by the Cambodian police for engaging in romance scam on social media.
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Six simple tips how to keep yourself safe on a dating site
Popular dating sites are not as safe as they seem at first glance. For fraudsters, such resources are a huge space for manipulating people's emotions to extract specific material benefits.
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What You Need to Know About Romance Scams
In the age of information technology, millions of people use apps and social media to meet someone.
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How to avoid becoming a victim of scam on dating sites and social media
The has become an integral part of our life, many people have their own pages on social networks and on dating sites, so online communication in the modern world is…
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How to recognize a scammer by profile photo?
Recognizing fraud by profile pictures is easy! In most cases, it will be the perfect partner with good photos of smiling positive people.
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