提醒得好, 2024年, FBI reported
- In 2024, romance scams resulted in over $389 million in losses for victims over 60, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Report.
- Methodology: Criminals operate on dating apps and social media, often pretending to be in construction or engineering to justify not meeting in person.
- Targeting: While all ages are targeted, seniors are particularly vulnerable.
- Red Flags: Scammers often push for fast relationships, avoid in-person meetings, ask for financial help for emergencies, and request untraceable payment methods.
