As one of the most romantic days of the year approaches Tuesday, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is raising awareness of online romance scams, also known as confidence fraud, where scammers take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating websites, apps, and social media platforms. In a romance…
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) —The FBI Columbia field office issued a warning today to be cautious of potential romance scams ahead of Valentine’s Day. As Valentine’s Day approaches, it is likely scammers will exploit individuals online who may be looking for companionship or romance this time of year. Recent data reported in…
LOS ANGELES—The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is working to raise awareness about online romance scams, also called confidence fraud. In this type of fraud, scammers take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating websites, apps, or social media by obtaining access to their financial or personal identifying…
The agency says crooks are intent on using dating apps – and other people’s personal information – to build their bank accounts while breaking hearts. COLUMBIA, S.C. — A holiday that’s known for its focus on love and happiness also carries a dark side that could leave some with more…
As people around the world celebrate love on Valentine’s day this year, they are reminded to keep safe from romance scams which have become a common phenomenon. Social media giantTikTok has issued a warning to users, asking them to be wary of the vice even as they browse online. Cases of…
Queenslanders looking for love are being warned to be wary of online scammers intent on emptying their bank balances and breaking their hearts this Valentine’s Day. Scamwatch data reveals Queenslanders suffered losses of over $6.7 million last year through dating and romance scams. Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Shannon Fentiman…
Australians lost $56 million to dating and romance scammers in 2021, and are urged to be alert with potential signs of online romance scams this Valentine’s Day. The above data from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is a 44 per cent increase from $38.9 million in 2020. Minister…
Australians lost $56 million to dating and romance scammers in 2021, and are urged to be alert with potential signs of online romance scams this Valentine’s Day. The above data from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is a 44 per cent increase from $38.9 million in 2020. Minister…
Gardaí have issued a warning to the Irish public to be aware of romance scams ahead of Valentines Day hile February 14th is typically the most romantic day of the year, romance scams can happen at any time of the year. Gardaí say that in 2021, romance fraud increased by…
AN ADVICE charity has issued a scam warning to lovestruck Scots as Valentine’s Day approaches. Advice Direct Scotland has launched a ‘Romance and Companionship Scams’ campaign -ROMCOM for short – flagging up the seasonal tactics used by scammers to manipulate the public into handing over cash or personal details. The campaign…
