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Romance scams targeting Mass. seniors on rise

First they steal your heart, then they steal your money. What to know about romance scams

Scrolling social media can be an enjoyable way to connect with the world, but it can also be a gateway to heartbreak and financial ruin.

The Boston Globe · 20h

‘They steal people’s money and their hearts’: Romance scams targeting Mass. seniors on the rise

As more people go online to seek romantic relationships, and transferring money has gotten easier and less traceable, an increasing number across the country — particularly older people — have fallen victim to fake romance schemes.

WION on MSN · 18h

Romance Scam on the Rise as Fraudsters Increasingly Target the Lonely Online

As AI blurs the line between what's real and what's not, the lonely and the vulnerable are getting increasingly targeted online by scammers. As a result, the loneliness epidemic now threatens to become a security crisis.

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Yahoo · 14h

Georgia officials warn of uptick in romance scams

The Better Business Bureau says if you are buying gifts for loved, you have to be wary of new scams targeting innocent shoppers online. Last year, the Federal Trade Commission received 64,000 complaints and losses of more than one billion dollars due to romance scams.

ConsumerAffairs · 2d

How to spot, avoid and report romance scams

Rebecca D’Antonio, a romance scam victim who lost $100,000 to a scammer she met on OKCupid, a dating website she thought was trustworthy, found the reporting process to be “impersonal, granular, and triggering,” she said in an interview with ConsumerAffairs.

Newsweek on MSN · 4d

FBI Warns of 'Sinister' Romance Scams

With Valentine's Day approaching, the FBI has issued a stark warning about the rise of "sinister" romance scams targeting individuals online. These scams are emotionally and financially devastating and prey on those seeking companionship. Newsweek reached out to the FBI Philadelphia Field Office via email for comment.

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Beware of Valentine’s Day romance scams

Two days until celebrating the day of love with a significant other, or if you are searching for that person, there are a few ...

Credit Cards and Romance Scams: Don't Be a Victim This Valentine's Day

They won't ask for money immediately. Scammers usually practice at least one virtue: patience. "They don't typically come ...

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No, That's Not Brad Pitt: How Romance Scammers Target the Lonely Online

Romance scams, where fraudsters lure victims with false promises of love, prey on thousands of people every year. In 2023, victims lost $1.14 billion to romance scams, with the median loss per person ...

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How to avoid a romance scam this Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a time for love, but unfortunately, it’s also a prime opportunity for scammers looking to prey on hopeful romantics.

Sierra Sun Times16h

On Valentine’s Day, California Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert Warning Californians That Love Is Real, But So Are Scams

On Valentine’s Day, California Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert Warning Californians That Love Is Real, But So ...

Romance scammers are prowling this Valentine's Day. How to protect yourself.

Romance scammers target people looking for connection and love - and then bilk them for money or quick-hit investments.

Most catfished photos of 2025 revealed as romance scams soar

The Federal Trade Commission reports Americans lost $1.14 billion to romance scams in 2023, more than double the $547 million lost in 2022.

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