Anatomy of a romance scam: Tracy Davidson exposes scammer who targeted her

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Romance scammers are stealing money from consumers every day, to the tune of $1.1 billion in 2023 alone. Anyone can be a target, no matter their background, including NBC10’s own Tracy Davidson. After one such scammer tried to target her, Tracy decided to share her interaction to expose their methods and help protect others from being scammed.
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@GregoryAlexander-wj9tq 2 ай бұрын

This man really hit the ground running and hasn't stopped yet. He gives us more understanding of him without interviews and negative antics he just shows us who he is through the Recovery. True living legend. We salute you. Incredible recovery. The execution, creativity, and goodness that came from it were inspiring on a number of levels. Cheers *Strong widget* on the internet & looking forward to seeing what you do next!

@sreeparvathyvenugopal5472 2 ай бұрын

Thank you all for ur tremendous efforts...India and Indians will forever remain Grateful to *Strong widget* since we are tired of these sick type of people who Cheat and loot others of their hard earned money. Thanks once again and we wish u success in many such more efforts….

@christianpeters2417 2 ай бұрын

Working with the industry where people come to them after being exposed to these guys makes me feel like there is some hope in the tech world. This scams needs to stop and I feel like *Strong widget* on the internet have the power to do it. Keep it up!

@FrancisCorywu4co 2 ай бұрын

Incredible job putting this together, *Strongwidget!* So much work and detail went into making this happen🤩 Three years after this help, I returned to say it. Thank you for this wonderful help that will remain immortal in our minds forever

@deelauschus7675 2 ай бұрын

*HONESTLY, HE'S AN AMAZING PERSON. HE USES HIS TIME, MOVES AND BASICALLY HIS LIFE INTO HELPING PEOPLE WHO ARE LESS FORTUNATE. USING AN EXCELLENT HELP MODEL AS WELL IN MAKING PROFITS, HE REALLY IS STILL DOING IT OUT OF HIS OWN HEART.. YOU REALLY ARE A SAINT AND A WONDERFUL WONDERFUL PERSON... LOVE FROM ALLSTATE STRONG WIDGET*

@Christian-tl2dm 2 ай бұрын

Wow I honestly immediately started crying at *Strong widget* on the internet part of honesty. Imagine sacrificing that much for your own firm's success, and being so thrilled to see them all grow. I come from a small family and can imagine recommending all of them to you but an absolute inspiration for the way to surround yourself with love.

@andreijikh2877 2 ай бұрын

loved *Strong Widget* way back, but seeing how he still has the same energy, and how his recovery is a perfect match, just puts a smile on my face man, It has been 8 years since this recovery agent was released yet almost everybody is talking about it. Where are y'all respect? Let's celebrate this guys eight year anniversary

@stephenmontgomery8530 4 ай бұрын

This scammer moved to fast to be legit. His name was two Christian names an obvious red flag , plus too much flattery right off the bat.

@PluckYeah 4 ай бұрын

None of them are legit..

@Arizona_lilly 4 ай бұрын

The fact his last name is Williams not Williams

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

I also learned that when they are confronted they become extremely angry and lash out!

@Arizona_lilly 4 ай бұрын

Usually they will use 2 first names 😂

@sunnyday7843 4 ай бұрын

A formula to snag a boyfriend - double name - call them babe - king - have you eaten - I want to come home to you - help me pay for my ticket - bingo

@papagen00 4 ай бұрын

beautiful reporter, she doesn't need to find romance online.

@Arizona_lilly 4 ай бұрын

These are all copy paste …. They have no clue what they are saying

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

That is exactly how I caught someone in Africa steal my original work. I am an Author,Writer, Certified Recovery Advocate, PSS, K-6Teacher Learning Coach, Teacher with Children's Evangelist Foundation....I have God bless skills even writing my 1at book about #AngelMarie birthstory. He c&p my original poem claiming it was *his*. Last time I checked men/male can not deliver human beings. It got my attention. Once I caught the acammer in 2008 that stole my CC by scanning it at the gas pump right Wells Fargo didn't care nor police..but this struggling simple momma of 5 did! I tracked him to where I found the GameSpot video and then police took me seriously hahaha I did the work they got to make the arrest 😅

@user-k4d-e59mo28oc 3 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, many people still fall victim to the flattery.

@Onelethalangel69 3 ай бұрын

@@user-k4d-e59mo28oc it works so well...and with the right circumstances & ingredients, #scammers gage their surroundings quickly like a chameleon tweeking just a l I t t l e bit with each victim. Tickling those ears, pulling the heart strings while sliding into your bank account. I had to learn the hard way in 2011

@B.H.56 4 ай бұрын

No man is worth $14000 for a visit!!

@EnronnSierra 4 ай бұрын

I like playing along with them, its a very scintillating part of my otherwise boring empty love life.

@lazygardens 4 ай бұрын

Tell them you will come see them and have your flights booked. They will panic.

@IsmailaRahama 25 күн бұрын

Great work, *Vortextrace* - I’m thrilled that you’re actively combatting these scammers. It’s crucial to prioritize the safety of the elderly and the public by taking every necessary measure to protect them. You truly deserve recognition for your efforts!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@TheMoneyMakingMentor 4 ай бұрын

Finally a smart women that didn't take the bait.

@your247support 4 ай бұрын

They prey on the old n ugly.

@leiag201 4 ай бұрын

Maybe twenty years ago. Falling for a scam like this would be a little more understandable. I was even fooled for a little while with dating sites. It took a couple months to realize I was not talking to people that lived in my city, but someone from another country. That was the LAST time I ever wasted another penny on dating sites

@Arizona_lilly 4 ай бұрын

Apply for vacation leave ???? What job in USA 🇺🇸 they don’t let us pay for vacation lol

@ugammichael2431 2 ай бұрын

#Crack Asset Support, your work is a beacon of hope in a digital world where shadows often hide the truth. Your unwavering dedication to exposing fraud and recovering losses is a testament to your unshakeable commitment to justice. You are the guardians of the digital realm, protecting the innocent and bringing criminals to light. Your expertise is a powerful force, a shining sword that cuts through the darkness, revealing the truth and restoring faith in the digital age. Keep illuminating the path to justice!"

@privateprivate8366 4 ай бұрын

Yeah, even when it starts to veer into a voice that seems to not match the face or broken English, my spidey senses go off. Glad I am using a burner number.

@Ann-sf6od 4 ай бұрын

Once u get acct number and name please hand over to authorities.

@ValiantPixel 4 ай бұрын

How is it a Secret Service if they’re providing interviews to public media?

@jamielunes1841 4 ай бұрын

United Nations Vacation what? 😂😂

@egbulefuchristiana6056 4 ай бұрын

Do romance scammers use Facebook?

@angelinasouren 4 ай бұрын

It must have been about fifteen years ago when I also got quite a bit of this stuff. I, however, had just met someone who appeared to have dissociative identity disorder and thought that this stuff was coming from the person's alters... (My replies must have led to a lot of confusion on the side of the scammers. 😂 ) Just goes to show that you can't tell who's who, online.

@Cheznrice 4 ай бұрын

Very weak reporting! Theres so much more the reporter could've said to alarm people!

@BrendaEaster-c8k 4 ай бұрын

I was texted by Vince Cassel on Facebook, asking if he could call me. He is a French actor and I really like him. I think he wanted to talk sex or something. I'm like, wow, Vincent Cassel? I told him no, my number is private. Vincent Cassel married a couple of gorgeous women, the second one cheated on him after she had his baby. I asked him if had married a young Black woman and he said yes. I don't know what to think of this whole transaction. These shows that expose the romance scammers, ignore the people who want to talk to you on the phone. I don't get any of it.

@jewelbriard5444 4 ай бұрын

Some of these scammer actors, really research the actor. They seem to become the actor, and must play it over and over to many different victims, so that answers come easy. If you ask them questions, they seem to answer questions that sound correct even though it could be a information that is not public. But watch and listen as they might slip up, and answer a question differently today versus last week, and also ask you a question they have already asked. In other words, the scammer has buddies they work with. They also do not want you to tell anyone as they do not want their agent manager to find out. All this is disturbing because we do not want our favorite actors/actress to get hurt by these scammers giving them a bad name.

@themaxandlucyshow7590 4 ай бұрын

Really you think the actor actually contacted you? You got conned by some guy in nigeria. Don't talk to strangers.

@HairbyNardia 4 ай бұрын

Talk all you want when you're bored and have nothing better to do but whatever you do never send them money!!! When a man asks you for money it's a clear scam 😠

@jewelbriard5444 4 ай бұрын

@@HairbyNardia Agreed. Have fun listening to their attempts 🤣 , because it really is not the real actor.

@jewelbriard5444 4 ай бұрын

Tell them you have a part time job milking cows, share an apartment, ride the bus, have no car, no credit card yet, and just finished school. See how fast they drop you. 🤣 or maybe you are homeless, endless possibilities. Remember they contacted you.

@marciac.9634 4 ай бұрын

Con con con.

@IsmailaRahama 4 ай бұрын

First of all. Thanks to *VortexTrace* for making the work environment so friendly and taking your responsibility seriously and completing the work gracefully! You deserve so much. Your team does what they say they are going to do and their ethics are of the highest quality.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@exanimo11 3 ай бұрын

A doctor who can't use the " to be" verb...run a mile

@Nicolas-_Nocum 2 ай бұрын

Love this Dude! He's such a reliable and respected source. I love that he's so simple about things and we get to see that wholesome recovery . Loved this one, *Strong widget* ! Congrats!

@GregoryAlexander-wj9tq 2 ай бұрын

@sreeparvathyvenugopal5472 2 ай бұрын

@Christian-tl2dm 2 ай бұрын

@deelauschus7675 2 ай бұрын

@FrancisCorywu4co 2 ай бұрын

@IsmailaRahama 25 күн бұрын

@christianpeters2417 2 ай бұрын

@Nicolas-_Nocum 2 ай бұрын

Love this Dude! He's such a reliable and respected source. I love that he's so simple about things and we get to see that wholesome recovery . Loved this one, *Strong widget* ! Congrats!

@nanadanielyanjn5 2 ай бұрын

Cyber HEROES!!! that’s what you guys are. ❤️THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU ❤️ *PLEASE READ THIS:* Hey *STRONGWIDGET* Don’t listen to the stupid trolls complaining about what YOU do! WE clicked on to YOU... we all know you rock, we get get your 'help' humor. Don't waste your time trying to get the general pop to understand, they'll never 'get it' and they'll just bring you Down, keep being you, you are LOVED..

@nanadanielyanjn5 2 ай бұрын

@andreijikh2877 2 ай бұрын

@vgardner1688 4 ай бұрын

Please keep exposing these people!!!!!!!

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

I can help in comments hahah Real Victims Real Pain Real Healing Real Education and Real God keeps putting these scammers in my life. I posted a new GoFundMe and some silent alarm went off on all my platforms! They just keep coming out as if some magical light came on like moth to a flame/light. I got skills now that I love sharing. For example, did you know scammers "clone" famous/growing platforms/profiles? I didn't. Do now..here is what I learned= Profile cloning is when someone makes a fake account and copies your name, pictures, and personal stuff from your real account. It's like someone stealing your identity online! They might use this fake account to trick your friends or family, or even try to get personal information from you. To stay safe, it's important to keep an eye on your account and report any suspicious activity. If you see a fake account that looks like yours, or get strange friend requests from people you don't know, let the platform's support team know right away!😮

@karasays01 4 ай бұрын

Tracy be careful and thank you for highlighting this scam. It’s so prevalent in the financial industry. People are desperate for connection and also naive. Opportunists will prey on this and destroy you if they can. Be safe out here everyone!

@angelinasouren 4 ай бұрын

In the financial industry? You mean that bank personnel is targeting clients?

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

Yes!! 🙏 scammers panic like a wild caged animal when confront #ispeak from #experience...I love it that I don't even live near your news station but here you kind humans watch out for each other even on line!

@maryjanebrown4667 4 ай бұрын

The syntax and grammar in these communications is very bad and is a dead giveaway.

@user-k4d-e59mo28oc 3 ай бұрын

But that's become the new norm on social media, especially when texting on cell phones.

@jameshoopes6467 4 ай бұрын

I bet the Secret Service could find the money mule. Kinda’ their job. 😅

@TheMoneyMakingMentor 4 ай бұрын

I get calls and text messages weekly on scams. Thank god I can still think clearly.

@Puggalug 4 ай бұрын

I think it’s less about thinking clearly and more about being as aware of these scams as possible. I mean, clear thinkers are still capable of getting scammed, if the scammer plays their cards right with their social engineering techniques (ie pushing a sense of urgency, playing with the victim’s emotions, etc).

@solowise8864 2 ай бұрын

Great work #Milesflashbackrecovery - so glad you are out there fighting these lowlifes. We need to do all we can to spare the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers! Kudos to YOU!! You deserve the Nobel prize for keeping us safe big up brother.

@IsmailaRahama 3 ай бұрын

Hey bud, just wanted you to know that everything you do is necessary and thank you so much for what vou do. It's more than just a recovery service, you're helping people. You're actually the push for me to get my degree in Information Technology so that I can protect people from heartless people like this. Thank you for all you do *Vortextrace* you're a genius with a big heart and principles. Support and Respect from uk.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@IsmailaRahama 3 ай бұрын

@Ariescertified 4 ай бұрын

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for being here! I was catfished 2010-2011 and when I discovered who he reallybwas I tried to gwt out. He assulted me, i became pregnant and the baby loat her life at our abuser's hand! I reported it to my then pastor /former reno pd. I was met was disbelief, shame and victim blaming. #saymyname because it happened to #metoo scream #AngelMarie deserves #justice

@Arizona_lilly 4 ай бұрын

How the heck of someone cat fishes u stay away don’t even let them near u leave .. don’t et these strangers come to ur home or know things about u especially locally meet up fast the sooner the better I’m sorry this happen

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

@@Arizona_lilly 👋 thank you..pretty simple really. I was the perfect target ( I have been educated since) . I now know these red flags SO WELL! This broadcast inspired me to write my own article tonight! He lied. Plain and simple. He learned just how to speak to women ,treat them and forms patterns. He put on his mask then the ring went on. It was notbeven my 💍. The former victim reach out to ME. Shocked is not how I felt. I went through the entire grieving process and now imma hotter than the devil in hell during hot August nights 🔥 📛 Shame, guilt, self blame , self hatred then add the pain of the loss of a child at the hands of our abuser and relieve nothing than more shame, disbelief and victim blaming by your church no less! The trauma is so deep my friend. Thank you again for kind words. I do not receive many. This/That is why we do not #speakout #speak up Hope This Helps! MelissaTirona

@Onelethalangel69 4 ай бұрын

@@Arizona_lilly < this is not addressed to you MsLilly XoXoX >my article inspired by this broadcast!! It's heartbreaking and frustrating that YOU individuals #scammers online ,would take advantage of others' vulnerabilities, especially during difficult times. Scammers LIKE YOU often prey on people's kindness and generosity, and it's WRONG! HORRIBLE. 💥 I GAVE YOU AN ANWSER. 💥 I HAVE NO ISSUE REPORTING THE OFFENSIVE ACCOUNT. 💥 While online dont get #CATFISHED like I did. Learn from others to keep you safer! Here are some common ways to identify a scammer: 1. Urgency: Scammers often create a sense of urgency to prompt action without thinking twice. 2. Vagueness: Scammers might be evasive or vague about details, such as their identity, location, or intentions. 3. Poor grammar and spelling: Scammers may not take the time to proofread their messages, which can contain errors. 4. Suspicious profiles: Be cautious of profiles with minimal information, no photos, or inconsistent details. 5. Unsolicited contact: Be wary of unsolicited messages or friend requests from strangers. 6. Overly friendly or flattering language: Scammers might use excessive flattery to gain trust. 7. Requests for personal information: Legitimate organizations will never ask for sensitive information via message or email. 8. Financial requests: Be cautious of requests for money, donations, or financial assistance. 💥 Especially when you yourself have a legit gofund.me/6d22f0ce. 9. Unusual payment methods: Scammers may insist on wire transfers, gift cards, or cryptocurrency. 10. No verification: Scammers might claim to be from a reputable organization but cannot provide verification or credentials. 11. Spelling and formatting inconsistencies: Scammers may use logos or branding that looks slightly off. 12. Unresponsive to questions: Scammers might ignore or evade questions about their identity or intentions. 13. Pushy or aggressive behavior: Scammers may become pushy or aggressive when confronted or questioned. No Means NO! 14. Unusual or generic email addresses: Scammers might use unusual or generic email addresses. 15. No phone number or address: Legitimate organizations usually provide contact information. 🥸trust your instincts and be cautious when interacting with strangers online! Thank you again and be safe investigating!

@themaxandlucyshow7590 4 ай бұрын

You should have gone to the police instead of going to the pastor. This man is a criminal