Love Scam

1 They will contact the victim via dating apps or social media platforms and try to establish a ‘romantic’ relationship.

2 They will usually use a fictional name or falsely take on the identity of a real person with a reputable working background abroad to lure victims.

3 They will declare their love quickly without even meeting the victim. They would often use affectionate words and offer gifts to gain the victim’s trust.

4 After gaining the victim’s trust, they will manipulate the victim into giving money, gifts, or even personal information.

5 The scammers will come up with reasons such as to help their business, to cover medical expenses, or to pay for their flight tickets to visit the victim, among others.