What are the typical patterns in online love scams stories?

One of the main patterns in these stories is the over - the - top flattery. Scammers will shower the victim with compliments to make them feel special and lower their guard. They'll also seem very interested in the victim's life very quickly. Then comes the request for financial help. It could be for something like helping a sick relative or getting out of a legal trouble. And they'll keep asking for more money as time goes on, always with new and seemingly urgent reasons.

Typically, they start by creating a very alluring persona. They might say they are successful in business or have a high - status job. Then they quickly form an emotional bond with the victim through sweet talk. Next comes the request for money for some 'urgent' situation like a business deal gone wrong or a family emergency.

One common online love scam story is when a person meets someone on a dating site. The scammer pretends to be in love quickly, often saying they're in a far - off place like an oil rig. They then start asking for money for various reasons, like medical emergencies. Eventually, they disappear once they get enough money.

One warning sign is when they ask for money very quickly. In most real relationships, money doesn't come up so soon. For example, in many online romance scam stories, the scammer will claim to have an emergency like a sick relative and need funds right away.

One common type is the fake product scam. Sellers advertise high - quality items but send low - quality or counterfeit ones. Another is the non - delivery scam, like when you pay but don't get the item.

One common online dating scam story is when the scammer pretends to be a wealthy individual working overseas. They build an emotional connection with the victim, then start asking for money for various reasons like a business emergency or medical issue for a family member. Eventually, they disappear with the money.

Do your research. Check the seller's background thoroughly. Look for reviews or ask around in horse - related communities. If they claim to be a well - known breeder or trainer, verify their identity. Another way is to never send money upfront without seeing the horse in person. And if you can't see it in person, at least have a trusted third - party, like a local vet or trainer, check it out for you.

One common type is the financial scam. Like I mentioned before, scammers ask for money for things like medical bills or travel expenses. Another is the identity theft scam. They may get enough information from you during the chats to steal your identity.

A young person got involved with someone on a social media platform. The scammer pretended to be in the military, stationed far away. They made the victim feel special and important. Soon, the scammer asked for financial help for supposed family issues back home. When the victim realized it was a scam and tried to confront the scammer, they were blocked and lost all the money they had sent.

One story is about a person who bought a so - called 'designer' handbag online. When it arrived, it was a cheap knock - off. The seller had used fake pictures. Another is a customer who ordered electronics. They paid but never received the item. The scammer just took the money and disappeared.