Australians are being warned about a rise in romance scams, which prey on vulnerable people who may be looking for a partner. 7NEWS
“Be wary of WhatsApp messages from a Korean girl claiming to be travelling around Australia seeking a relationship,” it warned.The consumer watchdog added anyone who receives this text should ignore it, block the number and delete the message.
“These scams happen more and more often with initial contact from a scammer occurring on every dating site you can think of, social media sites and even gaming portals,” spokeperson Ben Griffin said. “For those who fall victim, it is really devastating. Some of the cases we see have taken place over months or even years. Not only have these victims lost their money, but they also feel the heartbreak of a false connection.”were reported to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.
“They will express their love for the victim and, in some cases, promise marriage but will often have a complicated story about why they cannot meet in person,” he said.
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