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Don’t fall for these Valentine’s Day scams, Illinois Attorney General warns

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CHICAGO, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is warning state residents of potential online dating scams on Valentine’s Day. Raoul is emphasizing that there is no shame in being the victim of a romantic scam and that anyone can be a victim in this scenario. People who believe they have been a victim […]

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WCIA 3 News

Don’t fall for these Valentine’s Day scams, Illinois Attorney General warns

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Sussex Express

Sussex Police issue Valentine’s Day romance fraud warning to residents

This Valentine’s Day don’t let scammers steal your heart – or your money.

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Times of Malta

Police warn against online romance fraud

The Police have issued a warning on Friday against online romance fraud urging people to watch out for potential red flags especially on Valentine’s Day.In a Facebook post, the police said it was a common scam for fraudsters to manipulate victims into sending money under the guise of love and trust.Romance scams have been on...

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Police warning that romance scams on the rise in Ontario

With romance scams on the rise, Durham Regional Police is cautioning people to stay safe on Valentine’s Day. “While love is in the air, so are scammers looking to take advantage,” DRPS said in a message on social media. “Scammers often target people looking for love online, creating fake profiles to lure victims into emotional and (and financial) traps.” The police service has a few tips on how to protect yourself from romance scams: Be cautiou…

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Pennsylvania Attorney General Warns Residents to be Aware of Online Romance Scams During Valentine’s Day

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning Pennsylvanians to stay alert for potential scammers online targeting people looking for relationships.Online romance scams, also called “catfishing,” are on the rise in Pennsylvania and across the country, particularly around Valentine’s Day when people may be vulnerable looking for companionship.“Be aware of scammers who use the holiday to target single people in chat rooms and other online p…

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FijiTimes

Be wary of romance scams, bank warns

IT IS Valentine’s Day today and many will be engaging in various digital transactions to acquire gifts for loved ones. But a major financial institution is warning its customers to be wary of romance and dating scams over this season. The ANZ Banking Group (ANZ) has advised its customers that romance and dating scams were increasingly becoming common. ANZ regional executive Pacific Sarah Stubbings said scammers worked hard to build trust, and it…

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