PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Online dating services and social media apps have become popular options for people looking to find their lifelong partner.
However, with the advent of these new technologies, scammers have emerged to try and trick unassuming romantics into sharing personal information that could turn out to do more harm than good.
The Ross Township Police Department has shared a warning to those who are looking to find partners via the internet. Romance scams are popping up, tricking users into believing the one they’re communicating with is another person longing for affection. When, in reality, the person on the other side is a cybercriminal who is using a fake identity to try and take money from you.
Ross Township Police have shared the following signs to make sure you don’t end up with a romance scammer:
In addition, the department warns to never send out any sort of compromising pictures, reveal too much of your personal information, or give or accept money from someone you have never met.
Officials say if you believe you have been scammed, contact your bank immediately. Be sure to notify the support team of whichever app these conversations took place on, file a report with your local police station, and report all records to the Federal Trade Commission.
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