What it is?
A love scam involves scammers creating fake romantic relationships to exploit victims emotionally and financially. They often use online dating platforms or social media to build a relationship before making fraudulent requests for money or personal information.
How it works?
1. Scammers create fake profiles on dating sites or social media, establishing a seemingly genuine romantic connection.
2. Over time, they build trust and emotional bonds with their victims.
3. Scammers eventually fabricate a crisis or urgent need, asking victims for money or personal details under the guise of helping them.
What do I do?
1. Be cautious of online relationships that develop quickly and involve requests for money or personal information.
2. Verify the identity of individuals you meet online through video calls or other means.
3. Avoid sending money or sharing personal details with someone you have not met in person or do not know well.