Veterans, especially those who may be seeking companionship after service, are often lured into trusting relationships with ...

Online dating can be exciting and rewarding, but safety should always come first. By verifying identities, sticking to public meetings, keeping loved ones informed, and trusting your instincts, you ...

Scammers often use stolen photos, so try a reverse image search to see if the pictures pop up elsewhere. You can also search their profile name, email, or phone number online to spot any red flags.

Spokeo reports romance scams exploit trust, causing $1.3 billion in losses yearly. Stay vigilant against catfishing and other online scams.

In a catfishing scam, the catfisher creates an entirely fake, entirely online identity, typically built around photos cribbed from social media, Google Images, stock pics, or nowadays, generative AI.

Staying smart in the search for love Romance scammers don't need much to start. A fake profile, a decent story, and a bit of charm can go a long way.

David Cruz, 70, of Pasco County, said what started as a search for companionship online turned into financial and emotional ...

The Belgian turned up at the home of Sophie Vouzelaud in France only to realise he had been a victim of fraud.