Scammers are eager to con individuals through romance scams because they are aware that there are many lonely and vulnerable people who would be susceptible to falling for a scam. Below are new stories:
Romance Scams:
There is a new trend with romance scams according to the Better Business Bureau. The BBB has been receiving reports of fake dating websites. Scammers will lure individuals to a fake site and collect personal information, along with their credit card information. They will then collect and charge monthly fees from unsuspecting individuals for fake membership fees.
The BBB suggests for you to be mindful of the sites you visit. If you are interested in joining a dating site, make sure to the check the validity of the site. You can do so by doing your research before you sign up. You can also search the site's reviews. Make sure to also read the negative user reports.
Romance Purchase Scam Reported in Reno:
"The site was filled with scammers and to be honest I only found a handful of real people. I canceled my subscription right away but realized my account with all my pictures is locked on the site because once you lose the code for the site you’re done forever. I need a refund for this stupid app and really hope that this app gets closed down because it is very dangerous and shouldn’t be messed with."
Remember to always be mindful of any sites you sign up for. A little research can help you discern between the validity of dating sites you are interested in joining. If you suspect a dating site might be fake, look into it before signing up by reading the negative reviews, and reviews of users who suspect the site might be a fake.
