WHAT IS AN INTERNET LOVE SCAM?

After befriending an attractive person (who is usually foreign) online, he or she tells a tale about falling into trouble or hard times. The scammer persists with the story to gain their victim's trust and adoration, then asks for money as proof of love. Once the money is transferred, the scammer disappears.

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What to look out for
How to protect yourself

Strangers you befriend online. Know the tell-tale signs of a fake dating profile: poor grammar that doesn't fit with their stated level of education or a fake photo sourced from the internet are just some of the warning signs.
People who shower you

Do not respond to any requests for money, even if they sound desperate or troubled.
Do not send money to people you do not know well, especially if you have never met in person.
Meet all requests for money with

Strangers you befriend online. Know the tell-tale signs of a fake dating profile: poor grammar that doesn't fit with their stated level of education or a fake photo sourced from the internet are just some of the warning signs.
People who shower you with loving words and profess strong feelings for you even before you meet or quickly after being acquainted online. Scammers prey on emotions to lull victims into a false relationship.

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Strangers you befriend online. Know the tell-tale signs of a fake dating profile: poor grammar that doesn't fit with their stated level of education or a fake photo sourced from the internet are just some of the warning signs.
People who shower you

Do not respond to any requests for money, even if they sound desperate or troubled.
Do not send money to people you do not know well, especially if you have never met in person.
Meet all requests for money with a cool head. Be in control of your emotions knowing that it could be a scam. Call a trusted friend or talk to a relative before you act. You may be overwhelmed by emotions, which can cloud your judgment.
Do not reveal too much about yourself, particularly in the form of photos or videos, which could be used to blackmail you.
To provide any information related to such crimes, please call the Police hotline at 1800-255-0000, or submit it online at www.police.gov.sg/iwitness. For urgent Police assistance, please dial '999'. You may also call the Anti-Scam Helpline at 1800-722-6688 for scam-related advice.

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Do not respond to any requests for money, even if they sound desperate or troubled.
Do not send money to people you do not know well, especially if you have never met in person.
Meet all requests for money with

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WHAT IS AN INTERNET LOVE SCAM?

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What to look out for

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