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gazettengr.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI charged Nigerian tech entrepreneur Kingsley Inegbedion and Efemena Igbe with a 16-count indictment for perpetrating romance scams and business email compromise schemes that defrauded American citizens of $1.5 million between April 2020 and May 2023. The defendants created fake corporate entities and directed victims to wire money into fraudulent bank accounts at institutions including HSBC, Citibank, and Navy Federal Credit Union, then quickly transferred funds to conceal the fraud. Igbe fled to Nigeria before charges were filed, while Inegbedion was arrested and remanded in custody; the FBI is seeking full restit
tori.ng
· 2025-12-08
Two individuals, Kingsley Inegbedion and Efemena Igbe, were indicted on 16 counts of money laundering and internet fraud for operating romance scams and business email compromise schemes that defrauded American citizens of approximately $1.5 million between April 2020 and May 2023. The defendants posed as legitimate businesses, directed victims to wire money into fraudulent accounts at major banks, and quickly distributed the funds to conceal the scheme; Igbe fled to Nigeria before facing charges while Inegbedion remained to defend himself. The FBI is seeking full restitution and forfeiture of all property obtained through the fraud.
thewhistler.ng
· 2025-12-08
Nigerian tech entrepreneur Kingsley Inegbedion was arrested by the FBI on a 16-count indictment for his alleged role in a $1.5 million fraud scheme operating from April 2020 to May 2023. Inegbedion and accomplice Efemena Igbe (still at large) operated fake corporate entities to perpetrate romance scams and business email compromise schemes targeting victims. The FBI is seeking full restitution of funds and forfeiture of all property obtained through the fraudulent operation.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia filed a civil forfeiture action to recover approximately $2.5 million in USDT cryptocurrency seized by the FBI from a perpetrator in Thailand who operated "pig butchering" scams targeting U.S. citizens. Pig butchering schemes involve scammers building trust with victims through online communications before manipulating them into fraudulent cryptocurrency investment schemes, often extracting multiple payments before victims realize they have been defrauded. The forfeiture action demonstrates law enforcement's commitment to pursuing cryptocurrency-based fraud schemes across international borders and recovering assets to compensate victims.
punchng.com
· 2025-12-08
Tech entrepreneur Kingsley Inegbedion was arrested and charged by the FBI for orchestrating romance scams and business email compromise schemes between April 2020 and May 2023, working with accomplice Efemena Igbe (still at large) to defraud American citizens using fake corporate entities and laundering funds through multiple accounts. The FBI is seeking restitution of funds and forfeiture of property obtained through the scheme, which involved converting stolen money into cashier's checks and cash withdrawals. The article also highlights similar cases including Nigerian crypto executive Linus Williams arrested for fraud and terrorism funding allegations, and the convictions of scammers Hushpuppi (
nerdwallet.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines key strategies for avoiding financial scams, noting that 54% of Americans have experienced scam attempts in the past two years, with 18% losing money (median loss of $325, though 32% lost $1,000 or more). Experts recommend four main protective measures: hanging up and contacting companies directly using verified numbers, enabling multifactor authentication and monitoring accounts weekly, familiarizing yourself with common scam types, and recognizing that anyone—regardless of education or income level—can fall victim to fraud.
blocktelegraph.io
· 2025-12-08
Since 2020, cryptocurrency scams have caused billions in losses to elderly victims, with crypto investment schemes defrauding victims of over $2 billion in 2022 and $4.6 billion in 2023. Scammers increasingly use sophisticated tactics such as romance scams and impersonation schemes (posing as professors or financial advisors) to build trust before luring victims into fraudulent investments, often freezing accounts when victims attempt withdrawals. The complexity of cryptocurrency transactions and limited law enforcement resources have made fund recovery extremely difficult for victims.
asiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Chinese-led "pig butchering" romance scams have stolen billions of dollars from an estimated 300,000 American victims, causing severe financial devastation, emotional trauma, and in extreme cases suicide, according to a US Institute of Peace report. The scams operate from compounds in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos where scammers—many from developing countries—are allegedly imprisoned and tortured by Chinese-run gangs to force their participation in the fraud scheme. The report warns this criminal industry could soon rival fentanyl as a major threat to the United States.
ghanaweb.com
· 2025-12-08
Between 2023 and the present, multiple Ghanaians were arrested in the United States for various crimes including romance scams (sakawa), money laundering, and gun smuggling. Notable cases include Abdul Inusah, 32, who was sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay $128,000 in restitution for operating romance scams that defrauded victims across multiple states using false personas, and Eric Nana Kofi Ampong Coker, who pleaded guilty to illegally exporting firearms from Maryland to Ghana without proper licensing.
pulse.ug
· 2025-12-08
A Ugandan romance scammer operating under the alias "Dr. Kalvin Sofika" defrauded a 53-year-old South African police captain of approximately 600 million Ugandan shillings (R2.9 million) between September 2023 and November 2023 by posing as a medical doctor, building a romantic relationship, and manipulating her into taking out loans, consulting a traditional healer, and ultimately resigning from her position in the South African Police Service (SAPS). The scam highlights the growing sophistication of romance fraud schemes that exploit emotional manipulation and cultural beliefs, with authorities warning the public to exercise due diligence in relationships
crypto.news
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia has initiated civil forfeiture proceedings to recover $2.5 million in cryptocurrency seized from a Thailand-based perpetrator of a "pig-butchering" scam targeting American victims. Pig-butchering scams involve fraudsters establishing romantic relationships with victims to gain their trust, then pressuring them to invest in fake cryptocurrency opportunities before disappearing with the funds. U.S. authorities emphasize their commitment to holding scammers accountable and returning seized assets to victims.
marbleheadcurrent.org
· 2025-12-08
Retired teacher Doug Fodeman and his neighbor David Deutsch have operated TheDailyScam.com for 12 years to educate people about fraud prevention, inspired after their sons were targeted by online scammers. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost over $10 billion to fraud in 2023, with prevalent schemes including "pig butchering" text scams, fake package delivery notifications, romance and sextortion scams, and fake banking texts. Fodeman provides free weekly newsletters and resources to help people recognize and avoid these increasingly sophisticated scams.
standard.net
· 2025-12-08
This educational article explains how scammers psychologically manipulate victims by exploiting emotions like greed, fear, and need, and by impersonating trusted authorities to create artificial urgency. The piece outlines key fraudulent tactics including social engineering, building false legitimacy through fake websites and documents, and emotional manipulation, then provides protective strategies such as verifying sources independently, resisting pressure to act quickly, and maintaining healthy skepticism toward unsolicited offers.
levittownnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Pennsylvania House Bill 2064, sponsored by State Representative Joe Hogan, passed the House with bipartisan support (152-49 votes) and is headed to the Senate. The legislation aims to protect seniors from financial exploitation by requiring financial institutions and fiduciaries to report suspected abuse, temporarily halt suspicious transactions, and share information with area agencies on aging, while granting them immunity from liability. According to Hogan, tens of thousands of dollars are lost weekly to scams and fraud in Bucks County alone, making this decade-long legislative effort critical to safeguarding seniors' assets.
idahocountyfreepress.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, seniors lost $3.4 billion to scams—an 11% increase from 2022—with common schemes including romance fraud, fake tech support, cryptocurrency conversion, and investment scams. The Idaho Attorney General and FBI provide educational resources and warning signs (unexpected contact, pressure to act quickly, requests for untraceable payments, demands for secrecy, and too-good-to-be-true offers) to help seniors identify fraud. Victims are encouraged to report incidents to local police, the FTC, FBI's IC3, or U.S. Postal Inspection Service despite shame or embarrassment, as reporting is critical to combating senior fraud.
cfpublic.org
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud is surging nationwide, costing seniors $3.4 billion annually, with investment scams and cryptocurrency schemes driving dramatic increases in losses. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office formed a dedicated financial fraud unit and launched awareness campaigns, including a screening of the movie "Thelma" that depicted a grandparent falling victim to an impersonation scam—a con that mirrors real schemes targeting seniors' trust and assets. In Volusia County alone, seniors lost approximately $4.6 million over the past year, with detectives recovering only $760,000 of the nearly 575 reported fraud cases.
wlwt.com
· 2025-12-08
Kenton County Sheriff's Office is warning of a phone scam where callers threaten arrest for unpaid fines and claim a judge has issued a "gag order" preventing victims from reporting the call to officials. The scam has affected residents in Northern Kentucky, with one woman recently losing $9,000; law enforcement emphasized they will never call about fines or warrants and never demand payment via cash, check, gift cards, credit cards, or cryptocurrency.
koaa.com
· 2025-12-08
Colorado Springs police report that scams are increasingly catching seniors due to both the volume of daily attempts and seniors' particular vulnerability to emotional manipulation. Victims lose anywhere from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars, with romance scams proving especially devastating—one woman lost her life by suicide after being defrauded of thousands of dollars monthly by a romance scammer posing as her fiancé. Experts identify key red flags including requests for non-traditional payment methods (gift cards, cryptocurrency, direct bank transfers) and note that seniors' generation-based tendency to trust authority figures, combined with isolation and loneliness, makes them prime targets for scammers posing as law enforcement, banks, or tech companies.
ksltv.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau Mountain West has launched the Scam Survival Kit, a toolkit designed to help scam victims access recovery resources tailored to their specific type of fraud, including identity theft, romance scams, phishing, and compromised devices. The toolkit provides step-by-step recovery plans for various situations—such as recovering fraudulently transferred funds, securing compromised devices, managing financial hardship, and accessing mental health support—to help survivors feel less isolated and connect them with available assistance.
bbc.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A 53-year-old woman from Norfolk lost £2,408 to a scammer impersonating musician Rag'n'Bone Man on Instagram and Telegram, who lured her in by claiming to be in love with her and pressuring her to pay for a membership card and meeting fees. The scam, which began in May after she commented on the real artist's post, exemplifies the growing problem of celebrity impersonation romance scams, where fraudsters use emotional manipulation and false urgency to extract money from victims.
theturtleislandnews.com
· 2025-12-08
An individual in Brant County, Ontario fell victim to a romance scam that began on a dating application in April 2024, where a scammer built trust over several weeks before convincing them to invest in cryptocurrency. The victim made multiple transfers to a cryptocurrency account but was unable to recover any funds, as the scammer employed tactics such as changing phone numbers and creating new social media profiles to maintain the deception. The Brant County OPP is warning the public to exercise caution when meeting individuals online and to be skeptical of requests to switch communication platforms or invest in cryptocurrency.
brantbeacon.ca
· 2025-12-08
A victim lost $34,500 in a romance scam that began on a dating app in April 2024, where a scammer built trust before pivoting to cryptocurrency investment schemes and then exploiting the victim with fake withdrawal fees. The scammer used multiple deception tactics including stolen influencer photos, changing contact information, and creating fake accounts to maintain the illusion of legitimacy. The Brant County OPP advises the public to avoid switching communication platforms with online contacts, never share financial information with people not met in person, and report suspicious activity immediately.
myemail-api.constantcontact.com
· 2025-12-08
This article explains how romance scammers target vulnerable individuals on dating platforms and social media by researching personal information and creating fake profiles to build emotional connections before requesting money. The piece outlines key warning signs including profiles that seem too perfect, requests to move off-platform, fabricated sob stories, and limited contact histories. The article advises users to verify identities through reverse image searches, limit personal information sharing, trust their instincts, and remain skeptical of relationships that develop too quickly.
thestar.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence and deepfake technology to create convincing fake profiles and communications on dating apps and social media, making it harder for victims to distinguish real from fabricated interactions. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, $52.4 million in romance fraud losses were reported in 2023, though actual losses are estimated at five to ten times higher due to underreporting; scammers typically target vulnerable individuals by building trust before requesting money for emergencies, investments, or other financial schemes. Experts advise that any request for money is a major red flag, and urge victims to report incidents to police despite potential embarrassment, as information sharing helps investigators identify patterns across
ksl.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau Mountain West launched the Scam Survival Toolkit to help Utah residents who have fallen victim to fraud, including imposter scams, romance scams, identity theft, and compromised devices. The toolkit provides tailored recovery guidance and action plans specific to each type of scam, offering resources for financial recovery, device security, mental health support, and bill payment assistance. The program aims to connect fraud survivors with practical resources and reduce feelings of isolation after victimization.
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
A 53-year-old woman from Norfolk lost £2,408 to a scammer impersonating musician Rag'n'Bone Man on Instagram and Telegram, who initially lured her in with a fake membership offer and later claimed to be romantically interested in her. The con escalated with fake messages from the singer's "management team" demanding money for a meeting, and the scammer continued pressuring her for additional funds until she realized the deception. The woman shared her story to warn others about the dangers of social media impersonation scams, which experts note involve sophisticated "grooming" tactics that can affect anyone.
coinspeaker.com
· 2025-12-08
Binance collaborated with the FBI in San Diego to investigate a "pig butchering" scam, resulting in the seizure of $2.5 million in cryptocurrency (2.5 million USDT) from accounts controlled by a perpetrator in Thailand. Pig butchering scams involve fraudsters building trust with victims through online communication before manipulating them into fraudulent cryptocurrency investments, often by posing as romantic interests and allowing small initial withdrawals to build false confidence. The U.S. Attorney's Office filed a civil forfeiture action to recover the seized funds, which may be used to compensate victims.
audacy.com
· 2025-12-08
A 35-year-old New York man pleaded guilty to mistreatment of an elder person after defrauding a 78-year-old widowed Wichita woman of over $110,000 in a romance scam conducted through social media. Jango Touray posed as "Victor" and convinced the victim he needed financial assistance, leading her to send the money; he received a three-year probation sentence with a requirement to pay full restitution, though only $38,000 of the $110,000 has been recovered so far. The District Attorney's office warns elderly residents, particularly those living alone, to be suspicious of requests for money from online contacts.
thespec.com
· 2025-12-08
A Brant County resident lost $34,500 to a romance scammer who initiated contact through a dating app, then moved conversations to another platform and persuaded the victim to invest in cryptocurrency. When the victim attempted to withdraw funds, they encountered additional fees with strict deadlines that resulted in further losses, and the money has not been recovered. Police advise caution when online contacts suggest changing communication platforms, request money, or show inconsistencies in their stories.
newsmirror.net
· 2025-12-08
Seniors lost over $3 billion to scams in 2023, with losses reaching $1.6 billion in just the first five months of 2024, representing a significant increase year-over-year. Older adults are particularly vulnerable targets because they tend to be trusting, have financial savings, and good credit, making them attractive to con artists. Common scams targeting seniors include romance scams (where scammers pose as romantic partners to extract money) and tech support scams (where fake pop-ups trick victims into calling numbers and granting remote computer access).
nationalseniors.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence technologies, particularly generative AI, to create convincing fake content used in various fraud schemes targeting the public. Common AI-enabled scams include deepfake payment redirection scams impersonating company executives, social media investment scams featuring fake celebrity videos, voice-cloning "Hi Mum" scams, sophisticated phishing emails with realistic logos, job scams with fake websites, and romance scams using AI-generated profile pictures and chatbots. To protect against these evolving threats, individuals should verify information independently, maintain strong online security practices, and educate themselves about AI-based scam techniques.
wvnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud complaints to the FBI increased 14% last year, with over 100,000 people aged 60 and older reporting scam victimization in 2023, compared to only 18,000 people under 20. West Virginia, having one of the nation's oldest populations, is particularly vulnerable to schemes including malware scams (where scammers pose as tech support or federal agents demanding payment), romance scams, and insider fraud perpetrated by family members or caregivers. Law enforcement officials recommend elders avoid clicking unknown links, recognize that legitimate agencies never demand phone payment or gift cards, and encourage younger family members to regularly check in about their online safety.
azbigmedia.com
· 2025-12-08
Up to 20% of older Americans fall victim to elder fraud annually, with losses totaling over $3.4 billion in 2023 and averaging $34,000 per victim, using methods like deceptive emails, phone calls, and impersonation scams. Common schemes include government impersonation, sweepstakes scams, robocalls, tech support fraud, and grandparent scams targeting seniors due to isolation and limited technical knowledge. Prevention strategies include staying informed about evolving scams, monitoring accounts regularly, maintaining open communication with family about finances, reporting suspicious activity immediately, and pausing before responding to urgent requests for money or personal information.
gctelegram.com
· 2025-12-08
This article identifies six common scams targeting older Americans in an era of advancing technology. The piece emphasizes that elders and their families need to remain informed about fraud schemes to protect themselves. The specific scams and detailed advice are not fully visible in the provided excerpt.
kwch.com
· 2025-12-08
A 35-year-old New York man pleaded guilty to mistreating an elder person after defrauding a 78-year-old Wichita woman out of more than $100,000 in a romance scam, where he posed as someone named Victor seeking financial help. Jango Touray was sentenced to three years probation and ordered to pay full restitution, with a 34-month prison sentence imposed if he violates probation or fails to pay. Romance scams typically begin with social media friend requests or emails from attractive strangers claiming financial difficulties, and are difficult to prosecute and recover funds from because scammers operate across state lines and launder money through multiple accounts
daytonatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud is rising nationwide, costing seniors $3.4 billion annually, with Volusia County reporting $4.6 million in losses over the past year as scammers target older adults through imposter calls, investment fraud, and tech scams. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office created a three-person financial fraud unit and used a screening of the movie "Thelma"—which depicts a grandmother falling victim to an imposter scam—to educate 140+ seniors on fraud awareness and prevention. A 90-year-old attendee avoided a fake son/lawyer scam demanding $10,000 by verifying her son's location, exemplifying the importance of
dlnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Chainalysis partnered with law-enforcement agencies across six countries (US, UK, Canada, Spain, Netherlands, and Australia) to combat "approval phishing" scams that have defrauded victims of $2.7 billion in cryptocurrency since May 2021. Operation Spincaster generated over 7,000 leads between April and June, resulting in account closures, fund seizures, and intelligence-building related to approximately $162 million in reported losses. The initiative brought together 12 public sector agencies and 17 crypto exchanges to disrupt scams through public-private collaboration and blockchain analytics.
247ureports.com
· 2025-12-08
Mr. Obinna Ezenwa was defrauded and emotionally manipulated by American woman Kymberly Stalvey Ann Shepard, whom he met on a dating app in October 2018 and married in January 2019 after she visited Nigeria. Shepard deceived Ezenwa about her ability to sponsor his US immigration, later revealing she was already legally married to three other men and had reached the immigration sponsorship limit; when he could not obtain a visa independently, she allegedly stalked and harassed him on social media, falsely accused him of extortion leading to his arrest in February 2021, and blocked all communication. This case involves romance frau
wvnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud complaints to the FBI increased 14% last year, with over 100,000 people aged 60+ reporting scam victimization in 2023, compared to only 18,000 people under age 20. West Virginia is particularly vulnerable due to its aging population and residents' trusting nature. Common scams include malware schemes that lead to fake law enforcement calls demanding payment via wire transfer or gift cards, romance/online dating fraud, and insider schemes perpetrated by family members or caregivers, with law enforcement and community outreach efforts ongoing to raise awareness and prevention strategies.
dailymaverick.co.za
· 2025-12-08
This educational article distinguishes between fraud (forged documents, identity theft) and scams (convincing someone to provide money or banking details), noting that romance scams result in the highest monetary losses. The article provides guidance on protecting oneself, including using Google reverse image search to verify photos, recognizing red flags such as urgency, requests for additional payments, impersonation of legitimate companies, unrealistic returns, and unexpected phone service interruptions, and always contacting companies directly using independently sourced contact information.
interest.co.nz
· 2025-12-08
"Pig butchering" is a cryptocurrency investment scam originating in China where fraudsters build personal relationships with victims through fake handlers (like "Mr Glenn Hutchins" and "Sophia") to convince them to deposit cryptocurrency into bogus trading platforms and transfer funds for promised high returns and 20% commissions. The scam operates globally through WhatsApp groups and spoofed websites (such as btcs-alpha.com mimicking legitimate sites), targeting victims who are lured by fake screenshots of profits from other group members. Victims lose money when the promised trades and profits never materialize, with billions lost globally to this form of online fraud.
lampasasdispatchrecord.com
· 2025-12-08
Catfishing scams involve fraudsters using fake identities to establish romantic relationships with victims for financial gain. The FTC received 56,000 romance scam complaints in 2021, more than triple the 2017 total, indicating a sharp rise in this fraud type. AARP provides guidance on recognizing and avoiding these schemes to protect vulnerable individuals from emotional manipulation and financial losses.
golocalprov.com
· 2025-12-08
Alfred Appiah, a 35-year-old employee at an international renewable energy company in Rhode Island, was sentenced to seven months in federal prison for defrauding his employer of $158,000 through over 600 unauthorized purchases on a company credit card between June 2021 and December 2021. Appiah pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud and was ordered to pay full restitution of $158,850.43; his fraudulent purchases included personal expenses such as travel, clothing, entertainment, and various services.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Senior citizens lose approximately $3 billion annually to elder fraud, with scammers increasingly targeting seniors due to their financial security and trusting nature. The article identifies eight common scams affecting elderly individuals, including tech support/home repair fraud, grandchild impersonation schemes, government agency impersonation, fake sweepstakes, phishing emails (particularly fake Geek Squad invoices), overpayment scams, and unsubscribe email phishing attempts. Key prevention strategies include verifying caller identities independently, confirming stories with family members before sending money, avoiding clicking suspicious links, and researching companies before making purchases.
saudigazette.com.sa
· 2025-12-08
**Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) Ban Announcement**
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced a total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators effective immediately, ordering the closure of 46 licensed operators and dozens of illicit gambling hubs by year-end. The decision targeted an industry primarily serving Chinese gamblers that has been linked to organized crime, financial scamming, money laundering, human trafficking, kidnapping, and murder, with many scam syndicates operating from converted malls and offices as fronts for fraud centers.
wyomingnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Banking and law enforcement officials in Wyoming warn that fraud is increasingly common and takes multiple forms, including wire fraud, romance scams, and schemes targeting the elderly by impersonating lawyers or law enforcement officers claiming a family member is in trouble. Scammers use spoofed caller IDs, AI voice cloning, and legitimate-looking websites to exploit trusting people, with victims often embarrassed to report incidents and arrests remaining rare since perpetrators frequently operate outside jurisdiction. Authorities advise residents to verify caller information independently, never provide personal details over the phone, and recognize that legitimate law enforcement will not demand payment or bonds via phone calls.
kemmerergazette.com
· 2025-12-08
Banking and law enforcement officials in Evanston, Wyoming warn that fraud is increasingly common and takes multiple forms, including wire fraud, romance scams, impersonation of lawyers and law enforcement via spoofed caller IDs, and AI-generated voice cloning. Elderly residents are particularly targeted through calls falsely claiming relatives are in jail or in trouble, with scammers using pressure and urgency to manipulate victims into sending money via wire transfers, gift cards, or cryptocurrency. Law enforcement advises residents to verify calls by manually dialing official numbers, never provide personal information over the phone, and recognize that legitimate deputies will never collect money by phone.
ca.style.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
A socially anxious individual with a therapist-recommended online dating experiment connects deeply with a woman named Jiaming on a dating app, bonding over shared love of TV shows like *Fleabag* and *Killing Eve*, despite initial suspicions she might be a catfish or romance scammer based on red flags like delayed responses and distance. The person develops genuine romantic feelings despite never meeting Jiaming in person and struggling to imagine an offline relationship with her.
cosmopolitan.com
· 2025-12-08
This is not an article about elder fraud, scams, or elder abuse. It is a personal narrative about a young person with social anxiety who develops an emotional connection with someone on a dating app named Jiaming, bonding over shared interests in television shows like Fleabag and Killing Eve. While the narrator acknowledges suspicions that Jiaming might be a "catfish," the excerpt does not describe any fraudulent scheme, financial loss, or confirmed scam.
This content falls outside the scope of Elderus, which focuses on elder fraud and abuse documentation.
therecord.media
· 2025-12-08
Meta removed 63,000 accounts operated by Nigerian cybercriminals known as "Yahoo Boys" that were conducting financial sextortion scams primarily targeting U.S. adults, though some attempts targeted minors, with scammers demanding payment via gift cards, cryptocurrency, and wire transfers. Within these accounts, Meta identified a coordinated network of approximately 20 individuals in Nigeria who were selling scamming guides, scripts, and fake profile materials to other fraudsters. Meta designated the Yahoo Boys as a banned entity and shared detection tactics with other tech companies to improve prevention across platforms.