USPS warns of 'romance scams' ahead of Valentine's Day
USPS and USPIS are warning consumers about being targeted for romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day. The scams often start online, but can escalate to requests for money or valuables through the mail. If you are someone you know has been targeted by a romance scam involving the mail, report it to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
Romance scams ramp up near Valentine’s Day, experts say
Love is in the air as Valentine’s Day approaches, but if you’re stuck looking through rose-colored glasses, you could miss the red flags in front of you. Lane Montz, the president of the Better Business Bureau of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan says their records indicate that scams are happening more than ever,
FBI Warns of 'Sinister' Romance Scams
With Valentine's Day approaching, the FBI has issued a stark warning about the rise of "sinister" romance scams targeting individuals online. These scams are emotionally and financially devastating and prey on those seeking companionship. Newsweek reached out to the FBI Philadelphia Field Office via email for comment.
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The Better Business Bureau is warning against recent romance scams
The Better Business Bureau of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky is warning against romance scams where people will try to take advantage of those trying to find someone to spend Valentine's with.
USPS warns consumers of rising romance scams as Valentine's Day approaches
With Valentine’s Day rapidly approaching, the U.S. Postal Service and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is remindingconsumers to stay alert for romance scams.
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They won't ask for money immediately. Scammers usually practice at least one virtue: patience. "They don't typically come right out and ask for your money," says Simerly. "Instead, they will spend weeks – or even months – in the pursuit of getting to know their targets while they build trust."
USPS warns of rising ‘romance scams’ targeting victims ahead of Valentine’s Day
The United States Postal Service (USPS) and the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) issue warnings about the risk of romance scams as Valentine’s Day approaches.
Valentine's, romance scams more sophisticated with AI
There's more than romance in the air this Valentine's Day. Cybersecurity experts warn you to be on the lookout for romance and Valentine's scams this week, as the scams are becoming much more sophisticated.
USPS offers tips to avoid romance scams
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