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  • Red Flags: Tip to Identify a Romance Scam

    From the Advocating For Your website ( https://advocatingforu.com/ ) They Reach Out First A victim is approached on a platform first by:  A friend request,  Message request  Request from the scammer to add them as a friend.   Moving the Conversation The scammer will often times try and move the conversation to an encrypted site such as Hangouts or WhatsApp. An encrypted message site makes it difficult for law enforcement to retrieve conversations once deleted, making it more difficult to prove the scam.  Asking for Money/Gift Card Scammers are in it for the money! Nothing else!  If anyone you never met in person asks you for money, or to send gift cards, this is a scam! NEVER send money or gift cards to ANYONE online!  Asks You to Open a Bank Account/Bitcoin Account Scammers may request the victim to open a bank account for them, or ask for their personal information to open a bank or Bitcoin account. But why? Collect personal information to open not one, but many accounts Additional information to blackmail the victim To have the victim “move” money ie. Money Laundering (a Federal Offense)  Terms of Endearment Terms of endearment early on in a conversation is very common with scammers.  “Hello Dear”, “My Queen”, “Hi beautiful”, are just a few of their terms. They will also profess their love to you very early on in the relationship, often times within days.  Working From a Remote Location By claiming to work outside of the country (ex. in the Military, on an Oil Rig, Physician on a humanitarian mission) their victim is in, gives ample excuses to: Never be able to meet in person Have poor phone/video connection Conveniently difficult to prove why money is needed (hospital bills, attorney fees, bail money)  Poor Grammar A scammers first language is often times not the same as their victims’, making their incorrect grammar noticeable to the victim.  Scammers tend to also say phrases that are not known in the Country they claim to be from.  For example they often start their introduction as  “Am John”  or “Am John by name” instead of ” My name is John”.    No Family/Has a Child A spouse being killed in an accident, or by Cancer are common parts of a scammers story. There will often times be a “child” involved.  Scammers use a child as an excuse to need money for an illness resulting in medical expenses, boarding school,  nanny fees etc.  Sending You a Package Scammers will claim to send the victim a package filled with personal expensive belongings, gems, gold, and or money.  There is NEVER a package and there are a few reasons they do this: To gather your personal information (name, address) for possible blackmailing purposes Get the victim to pay a “deliver fee” to a fraudulent shipping service (money actually goes to the scammer). Excuse to have the victim pay for the “package” to “get out of customs”.  There is no package, which means no customs and the money goes to the scammer.

  • What is a Romance Scam?

    From the Advocating for you website ( https://advocatingforu.com/ ) A Romance Scam is a purposeful act of an online criminal with fake romantic intentions towards their prey with a goal of financial gain, oftentimes by creating a fake online identity to lure their target.

  • TIK TOKer STAYING SAFE WITH MJULES

    You may also know her as "Mama Jules" on Tik Tok. She is an awesome lady and I am very lucky to call her a friend. Below are 2 links to read about her story. Experienceed Scam Hunter Who Got Scammed Scam hunter scammed by tax office impersonators You can follow her on Tik Tok: @staysafewithmjules

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  • PITTSBURGH STEELERS TICKET SCAM

    A coworker’s sister was recently scammed through a hacked Facebook account. The real owner’s profile was taken over by a scammer who has been selling fake football tickets, taking people’s money, and then blocking them. I spoke directly with the scammer (conversation is attached below) and also with the real man whose account was hacked (audio link included). He is aware of the situation but every time he tries to create a new account, Facebook blocks him. 👉 We need your help: please take a moment to report the hacked account  so Facebook can shut it down and allow the real person to start fresh. How to report the account: Go to the hacked profile. Click the three dots (…)  under the cover photo. Select Find support or report profile . Choose Pretending to be someone else  or Compromised account . Submit the report. The more people who report it, the faster Facebook will take action. Thanks for helping protect others from being scammed. LINK TO MY AUDIO WITH THE REAL OWNER OF THE ACCOUNT LINK TO MY SHORT VIDEO ASKING YOU TO MASS REPORT THE ACCOUNT

  • EPISODE 5-2025: A Deep Dive into Online Romance Scams

    Understanding Online Romance Scams Hey there! Let’s chat about something that’s super important—online romance scams. These scams are sneaky and can happen to anyone. They often start with a sweet message or a charming profile picture. Before you know it, you’re caught up in a web of deceit. Yikes! What Are Online Romance Scams? So, what exactly are online romance scams? In simple terms, they’re fraudulent schemes where someone pretends to be in love with you. They might use fake photos and create a whole backstory. The goal? To get your money or personal information. It’s heartbreaking, but it happens more often than you think. How Do They Work? Scammers usually start by reaching out on dating sites or social media. They’ll shower you with compliments and make you feel special. It’s all part of their plan! Once they gain your trust, they’ll ask for money. They might say it’s for an emergency or a plane ticket to come see you. Don’t fall for it! Red Flags to Watch For Now, let’s talk about some red flags. If someone you just met online is asking for money, that’s a huge warning sign. Also, be cautious if they avoid video calls or seem too perfect. Trust your gut! If something feels off, it probably is. Protecting Yourself Here are some tips to protect yourself. First, never send money to someone you haven’t met in person. Second, do some research. Google their name and see if any scams come up. Lastly, talk to friends or family about your online relationship. They might see things you don’t. Building a Supportive Community At Pink Lady Against Scammers, we want to create a safe space for everyone. Sharing experiences can help others avoid falling into the same traps. Let’s support each other and spread awareness about these scams! Conclusion Online romance scams are a serious issue, but with the right knowledge, you can protect yourself. Remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is! Stay safe out there, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help. For more resources, check out this link .

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  • CREEPY CONVO WITH SCAMMER

    I had an encounter with an aggressive scammer that finally came to a head last night during a Clapper live. It all began on May 25, when we first started talking. Our conversations continued nightly until June 2—each one over an hour long, and each time, something felt increasingly strange about him. On June 2, I sent him a Grabify link disguised as a YouTube video from Love Story. Once he clicked it, I confirmed his location—no surprise, it was Nigeria. Like I always do, I called him out right after that. You can hear many of these conversations on my YouTube channel (patsy3919). I kept messaging him after that, knowing it irritated him, especially because I refused to send him a gift card—which he was clearly hoping for. He got angrier and said he wouldn’t talk to me anymore unless I sent one. Of course, he would never FaceTime me. Then, last night, he finally -spoke with me while on my Clapper live. He was aggressive and tried to boss me around, but I reminded him I was the boss. Below is a 17-minute clip of the conversation, including my post-call commentary with my "Google Girls." For the full live, check the Live tab on my YouTube channel. This whole situation was incredibly creepy—and as you’ll hear in the conversation, it only gets weirder. Please, don’t give scammers any of your valuable time. Stay safe out there. https://youtu.be/aYXdkVkcuKU Picture he used on his profile: Picture he changed on his profile this week:

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