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Online Dating Scams and How to Protect Yourself
What to do if you’ve been scammed by online dating
It may be nearly impossible to recover money after you've been scammed, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. But reporting these incidents helps federal investigators look for commonalities in these scams. Analyzing the data may help lead investigators to the perpetrators.
Collect any records you have of your online relationship. That might include conversations, transactions that track any money you've sent, and any other information that can help identify the perpetrator. Report the incident to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint and to the FBI at ic3.gov.
Also, contact your bank right away if you think you've sent money to a scammer. The bank may be able to reverse the transaction or track down information about the account you've sent money to. It may help if you've also filed a police report.
According to one estimate, approximately 10% of online dating profiles are fakes. Knowing the signs of fraud and trusting your instincts can make all the difference between getting duped and avoiding a scam.
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