
After they form a “relationship,” they come up with reasons to ask their love interest to set up a new bank account. Here’s how it works: The scammers set up dating profiles to meet potential victims. Why all of the tricks? They’re looking to steal your money.Īs if all that isn’t bad enough, romance scammers are now involving their victims in online bank fraud. They profess their love quickly. And they tug at your heartstrings with made-up stories about how they need money - for emergencies, hospital bills, or travel. Scammers create fake online profiles using photos of other people - even stolen pictures of real military personnel. Not everyone using online dating sites is looking for love. Identity Theft and Online Security Show/hide Identity Theft and Online Security menu items.Unwanted Calls, Emails, and Texts Show/hide Unwanted Calls, Emails, and Texts menu items.Money-Making Opportunities and Investments.Jobs and Making Money Show/hide Jobs and Making Money menu items.


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