Romance & Dating Scams
Romance and Dating Scams are among the most emotionally devastating types of fraud. Unlike scams that rely on quick deception, romance scams are carefully crafted over weeks or even months. Scammers pretend to be loving, caring partners on dating sites, apps, or even social media. They build trust, share fake stories, and make victims believe they are in a genuine relationship.
Once an emotional bond is established, the fraudster introduces financial requests. These could range from emergency medical bills, visa applications, or “investment opportunities” to even helping with travel costs so they can finally “meet in person.” By the time the victim realizes it was all a lie, they may have lost not only large sums of money but also their trust in genuine relationships.
How It Works
Romance scams often begin innocently: a stranger sends a friend request, compliments the victim, or starts a casual conversation. They usually present themselves as professionals working abroad—soldiers, doctors, engineers, or businesspeople. This “long-distance” excuse is key because it explains why they cannot meet in person right away.
The scammer then carefully nurtures emotional intimacy. They send sweet messages, share fake photos, and even stage phone or video calls using stolen identities. Once the victim is fully convinced of the relationship, requests for money begin. The reasons always sound urgent and believable:
“I need help with a hospital emergency.”
“My account is frozen, can you send me funds temporarily?”
“I want to travel to meet you, but I need support for visa fees.”
Some romance scams overlap with investment scams where the scammer convinces the victim to invest in crypto, forex, or other fake platforms “as a couple.” This way, love and financial trust are both exploited, leading to massive losses.
Romance scams are one of the fastest-growing categories of fraud globally. According to the FTC, victims in the United States alone lost over $1.3 billion in 2022 to romance scams, making it one of the highest reported scam types.
The emotional manipulation makes these scams especially damaging. Victims are often too ashamed or heartbroken to report the crime, giving scammers more freedom to continue preying on others. Women and men alike are targeted, though older adults and widows/widowers are at particularly high risk.
We Will Be Useful to You
At Jitte Rex Tech, we understand that romance scams don’t just take money—they shatter trust and leave deep emotional wounds. Our role goes beyond financial recovery. We help victims trace fraudulent accounts, recover stolen funds, and expose criminal networks behind these scams.
If you have ever sent money to someone you thought you were in love with, or if you suspect your online partner may not be genuine, don’t wait until it’s too late.
👉 Contact us today if you have been scammed in a romance or dating scheme. We will help you recover your losses, protect your accounts, and give you the confidence to move forward.
