Romance scam

What happened

• Beth formed an online relationship through a dating app
• The relationship discussed topics of her financial position and involved discussions about investing.
• She was encouraged to invest in cryptocurrency and pay fees.
• She was asked to keep the investment secret.

What happened next

• After paying multiple fees, communication stopped and Beth lost over $155,000.

How to protect yourself

• Be cautious if online relationships involve money.
• Do not keep financial matters secret.
• Be wary of fees to access or recover funds.

Seek independent advice before investing.