Love Scamming – Case 1: A woman from the western Enz district
The injured party met an alleged member of the Navy via an online platform. He won the woman's trust with flattery and promises. Over several months, the perpetrator used clever communication to convince the victim to make a total of five transfers. Ultimately, the injured party suffered a four-figure amount of damage. ( Source )
Love Scamming – Case 2: A man from Horb
The injured party met a woman on Facebook, allegedly a medic in the Danish armed forces. She pretended to be stationed in Iraq and gained the man's trust. In order to appear more credible, the perpetrator improperly used the profile of an actual military member. The alleged soldier later persuaded the injured party to transfer a four-digit amount through clever communication. ( Source )
The police provide the following general information: Fraudsters are also looking for potential victims on online dating sites or social networks. Once contact has been established, expressions of love are made and attention is paid - with the sole aim of taking money out of the victims' pockets. The virtual partners pretend to have run into financial difficulties during a business trip to West Africa, for example. Or you need money for an important operation for your child or a relative. Do not respond to the scammer's demands. Under no circumstances should you transfer money. If possible, reverse payments made immediately. So always be suspicious of incredible offers, whether when looking for an apartment or a partner.
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