‘Pig butchering’ scammers target BBC reporter - BBC World Service

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[@joyakahome1551]

@BBCWorldService You just said they are trying to get more money from you. Did you initially give them some money before? Secondly, what platform did you get this fraudsters? Thirdly, why did you diligently engage in chatting with them for good 8weeks when you knew they were fraudulent?

[@Mohammadecnoneht]

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[@Mohammadecnoneht]

@@joyakahome1551 made up... These do that for likes and views.. it's the BBC come on. Even we hate them...

[@Mohammadecnoneht]

@@BBCWorldService Black finger? In the BUM OF HEW EDWARD'S!

[@CalvinK-the_old_fogey]

The journalist should not even use his own real photo when replying. The scammer may use that to set up a fake profile to scam another victim.

[@luvshak3095]

As a guy, it's very easy to determine if something is a scam. If a woman is talking to me, it's a scam.

[@calcal9551]

haha exactly. Me too

[@CodeLife_12]

100% accurate

[@LillyRoseCarson-ek4dy]

sad lol

[@rfugy]

I agree!! The other day I was minding my own business at home, some woman comes in to the kitchen and tells me I have to take her out to dinner and buy her things... It was a total scam, even worse she says she is my wife. Total scam. and yes we went out for diner. 😆😆😆 😆

[@LillyRoseCarson-ek4dy]

@@rfugy I get the joke but really, it is a scam, even if its your wife.

[@alexmax6773]

This young man is very talented I just hate the bad reputation rumors and fake allegations but when it comes to money get back he's in his own lane and has his own style and that's what makes *Strong widget* so unique and untouchable‼️..

[@Pooranjim]

You guys brought tears to my eyes seeing this. I hate what these scammers are doing to our citizens and no one was doing anything about it. Please keep up the good work *STRONGWIDGET* and I'm willing to be on the battle front of this madness. You guys gave me hope for humanity. You are all absolute heroes. I saw a comment where someone said they should do tv award on you. Not only would people watch, they would be addicted to it. It would educate millions of people on Internet safety.

[@rajibchowdhury1618]

My office is in Salt Lake, Sec V, Kolkata..we've got several companies in the same building, last week we've received a message from the facility manager asking us to report any illegal activities related to online scam and this one was from local cyber crime cell. Thanks *Strong widget on the internet.* This thing is happening for real. Keep up with your good work.

[@muhammadlanita9532]

Honestly at the end of the day, it makes me so happy knowing you've lived your dream and are just doing what you want to do. No matter whether you quit or continue, i'll be cheering for you *Strongwidget* because of all the good you've done for myself and so many other people. Thank you.

[@Vishaltyler]

Hearing these people's voices over the phone so thrilled to be evil, almost giddy sounding, is utterly disgusting. Thank you *STRONGWIDGET* all you and your team does to shut them scammers down.

[@racquelrosos654]

While I understand and respect your wanting to disable the "scammer" look Imao, you're so so beautiful - inside and out. So many of *Strong widget* on the internet subs have been here for years and years loving you for your huge personality, your content, your embracing of weird and different, your skill AND your creativity. Literally no angle could ever make you look any less than inspiring and beautiful to me 💞💞💞

[@godmercyadams6729]

Thank you *Strong widget* for being a logical, reasonable voice when everybody seems to be freaking out. I'm in the process of getting my money back now so when you mentioned how you got into it, it really resonated with me.

[@JaneJamesjam32]

*Honestly, just owning it and not trying to hide it is partially why I watch you. It's the honorable thing to do and it make the rest of the jobs much more believe when you are call out of the spots like that, so thank you StrongWidget. I can't wait to tell my grandkids this was the greatest youtube Recovery agent of my time..*

[@victorpeace8187]

My mom was scammed. She sent $50000 cash. Fortunately she called you right after dropping the package off at UPS and you was able to retrieve it after it left the bill. These people are the lowest of the low, what you and your team is doing is a real blessing. THANK YOU *STRONG WIDGET* ! P.S. my mom's had several scam calls since, but now she enjoys playing with them....hoping she'll get more calls. Maybe she'll join you someday in the People's Center...

[@robovac3557]

Consider a conservatorship if you want an inheritance.

[@rosemary32]

This was legitimately so wholesome. You can tell at the ending of getting your money back that it wasn't scripted at all when *Strongwidget* proposed.… This warmed my heart today! Congratulations guys! So happy for y'all!

[@christianpeters2417]

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!

[@arthurgerardo9105]

Congratulations, you've outdone yourself. This video is one of the most impressive one-punch recovery moves I've seen in a while: the coding, the clickbait, the references from other channels/people... *Strong widget* just knows an opportunity to recover lost money when he sees one.

[@jar72068]

*VortexTrace* , your efforts in fighting these scammers are truly commendable! We must do everything we can to shield the elderly and the public from these deceitful individuals. You're a true hero

[@انورالعنكودالجبوري]

Having someone like you who's not only a great innovator but also pulls his best to get the work done so beautifully needs nothing but appreciation. *Vortex* *Trace* Thanks for the well off work you consistently bring your all and I truly appreciate that. Thank you for making corporate life so smooth. Proud to have you on our team. Great work as always

[@eusebiomwangi]

Bless your heart *VortexTrace* . Its so sad how the scammers prey on the elderly and the uninformed public. Bless you and all others who fight against these crimes. It’s horrible how mainstream media is not doing the right thing by shining light on these things to help the publi

[@servantleaderx]

You're doing an outstanding job, *Vortextrace* ! I'm thrilled that you're out there battling these scoundrels. It's absolutely crucial to protect the elderly and the general public from these deplorable scammers. You truly deserve all the praise and recognition for keeping us safe! Kudos to you, my brother. Your efforts are deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize. Keep up the amazing work!

[@Elizabeth-j7d4h]

I cannot imagine completing this project without you *VortexTrace* . You are amazing. Thank you for being there for me. Not a single effort of yours will go in vain. You will be rewarded for your pain. Your hard work will bring you a lot of gains. Well done. Your achievements speaks itself about your capabilities. Slow and steady makes it to the top! Good job! Jack

[@ТимофейАблов]

Team *VortexTrace* , your out-of-the-box thinking and distinct perspective transformed an otherwise mediocre presentation into an excellent one. You did an excellent job identifying errors and preventing us from squandering time and going down the incorrect path. Your attention to detail truly separates you from the competition. Excellent work!Jack, Your excellent labor has yielded tangible, beneficial outcomes for me. You are a formidable opponent

[@MoiseLahom]

Awesome work, Team *VortexTrace* ! It's so satisfying to see you putting in the effort to stop those shady characters. Protecting the public, especially the elderly, from those despicable con artists is crucial. You truly deserve recognition and appreciation for keeping us secure. I'm thrilled for you because you're my sibling. Your accomplishments definitely make you a strong contender for the Nobel Peace Prize. Keep up the outstanding performance

[@pookee004]

You're doing an outstanding job, *VortexTrace* ! I'm thrilled that you're out there battling these scoundrels. It's absolutely crucial to protect the elderly and the general public from these deplorable scammers. You truly deserve all the praise and recognition for keeping us safe! Kudos to you, my brother. Your efforts are deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize. Keep up the amazing work

[@ochawebynenitarbm8693]

*TOKEN* *OF* *APPRECIATION* Well done, *VortexTrace* ! I'm glad you're out there fighting these bad people. We need to do everything we can to keep these scumbags from taking advantage of the old and the general public. Good for YOU!! Big up brother, you should get the Nobel Prize for keeping us safe

[@AbdulHameedAbdulHameed-pd4bw]

*VortexTrace* You are doing an honorable good work, Continue bringing these scammers brought to justice and made to pay back everything they've taken

[@Helios-q8f]

Hey *VortexTrace* just wanna thank you again for offering to help me out with scammers about a year ago. Your a stand up guy and I am greatful to you, glad your doing so well. Thanks again keep up the great work and ROCK ON WITH YOUR AWESOME SELF BROTHER.!!!

[@mạnhtoàn-h7i]

*VortexTrace* , this is SO GOOD!!! I have such disdain for people who lack empathy for hardworking individuals. I LOVE what you said- there's no room for hate, but that doesn't mean you have to like them either. I am SO GLAD you showed up just in time to return the funds to their account. This is why I watch your videos, and I couldn't admire what you do more. Thank you for protecting innocent people. Thank you for reporting criminals. Thank you for doing what all of us would do if we could. Keep fighting! Much love

[@SurveyJoseph]

Hey bud, I just wanted you to know that everything you do is necessary and thank you so much for what you 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 *Strong widget on the internet,* you're a genius with a big heart and principles. Support and Respect from Britain 👍🏻🇬🇧 🇺🇸.

[@DennisC-zc2yi]

Life rule no.1 : Girls simply DO NOT just show up and and start talking to you on the internet.

[@biffin1123]

Girls whom I know irl are exceptions. Coz that happened to me. Was contacted by a girl I know out of the blue. But it wasnt anything romantic or suggestive.

[@coffeelink943]

Some of them do. It’s called online dating. It’s asking for money or sharing profits randomly is what you should be concerned about or have a sign of a red flag

[@DennisC-zc2yi]

@@coffeelink943 Online dating

[@kathryncarter6143]

Same for random guys

[@kcdiazWTV]

Its a dude.

[@ShaikhAasf]

Great work *VortexTrace* - 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

[@WALKERALLENEN]

I think every country should have people like *STRONGWIDGET* working together with the police. You are increasingly be essential to the technological world. I hope you continue the good work. As an American, I am feeling proud of ur work because I got scammed once. I m happy to see them scared and getting arrested

[@fannyjacob8535]

The dude is just not fakeing . The finishes of the goals. Beautiful. Magisterial. Love you *Strong widget.!* 🙏🏼 Whoever's reading this, I pray that whatever your going through gets better and whatever your struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic recovery! Amen

[@SargisFarter]

Sensitization and awareness against crypto SCAMS is something that's not done ENOUGH by creators.

[@anunzioross3223]

Some creators do but most don't LISTEN! Fortunately, there's a possibility of tracing and tracking down your lost assets if you have sufficient info to back your claim I've been able to recover for the most part what I've lost to these bad actors thanks to Rob

[@SargisFarter]

Really? How can i reach him. i have over 100 conversations to show!

[@anunzioross3223]

RobertoBiscardo

[@anunzioross3223]

He is active on the TE LE GRAM!!!...

[@SargisFarter]

Thanks mate, This is helpful

[@abebeshume-u3l]

Kudos to you, *VortexTrace* , for your outstanding commitment to combating these deceitful individuals. The safety and welfare of the elderly and the community must always be our main focus, and your steadfast dedication in shielding them from these despicable scammers is truly commendable. Your exceptional efforts deserve recognition and praise!

[@paillette2010]

As a banker in 2014 I had a woman come into the bank wanting to wire 5k to her boyfriend, a soldier in Iraq. Guess what? Met him online, never in person, and I had to explain it was a scam. She was pretty upset, but rather broken heart than broken life. I didn't care if she hated me.

[@beno1129]

Thanks for helping her avoid making a mistake. I'm sure it was annoying that she was targeted her anger at you rather than the actual scammer

[@MICHAELJAMESBAYNE]

You did a good thing regardless of how she felt about it at the time. It's not like you told her that she was unlovable.

[@CalvinK-the_old_fogey]

Unfortunately she is likely to fall for another soldier in another war zone.

[@16th6ToothSon_]

You’re a good bro!

[@bdarci]

@@CalvinK-the_old_fogey or an oilrig worker. or maybe a doctor serving with UN forces in Syria.

[@SpookiePower]

I usually tell the scammer that I inherited 50 million usd from an uncle in Nigeria. But that I need to pay a fee of 100 usd to get my money released. So if the scammer wants to pay the 100 usd, then I would like to invest some of my millions in his project.

[@ravenstrobe]

@SpookiePower Hahaha - I like it. Can I borrow that line the next time someone online tries to part me from my money? 😂

[@SpookiePower]

@@ravenstrobe You are more than welcome :) I have never got a scammer to pay the 100 usd, but it would be really fun if it happens some day :)

[@bullpup1337]

@@SpookiePowera bit too obvious, but there are other ways to frustrate them and waste their time. Some good KZbin material of masters of this art out there!

[@drillerdev4624]

Recently a scam scheme using bizum came out (at least here in Spain) in which people were tricked into sending money to other numbers, and then they'd get more money. Thing is, they had in implemented so A would send money to B and then receive (more) money from C, with A, B, and C being victims in different stages of the scam. Since it worked the first few times, people trusted the scammer and then went in big. If the victim got suspicious early enough, they could retire with a profit, but, since that money came from another victim, you could end up getting prosecuted for it.

[@medler2110]

Do you make much money out of it? 😂

[@seasonalellicott4640]

FINALLY SOMEONE USING THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF COMPUTERS FOR GOOD. THOSE LAZY PPL SHOULD GET OFF THEIR BUTTS AND GO WORK FOR THEIR MONEY INSTEAD OF STEALING AND TELLING LIES. *Vortextrace* HATE THESE THIEVES

[@dipendrarc2358]

Feel So Bad For All The Elderly Folks That Have This Crap Done To Them By These Spineless Chumps! The Damn Thought Of All The People This Happens To Everyday Just Sickens Me Horribly! Keep On Doing What Your Doing *VortexTrace* ! You Deserve Some Sort Of A Huge Reward From The Government For Doing This At The Very Very Least!

[@Bennyboy12]

So no pigs were harmed during this scam? Thank goodness.

[@same5952]

Other than the potential "pig" who lost his £200.

[@rabbithowls71]

If any woman sends you an unsolicited message, ever, it’s a scam.

[@tomyum6163]

And they are everywhere. fb, IG, Indeed, Linkedin....

[@rainerzufall9881]

True, if a woman texts you making you lots of compliments from the beginning I always get suspicious. Especially if her pictures are too good to be true. Most of the times you notice fake profiles right away.

[@MickyLimon]

especially if they look like models, come on.

[@Pecisk]

Very painful truth 😅 I know very good looking guys most likely gets lot of attention, but then again, THEY NOT GONNA BE ONLINE :D

[@hanoj007]

Not true. But the sort of men who get those messages aren't desperate for attention and so don't fall for scams like this

[@alexgodwin456]

Doing god's work online brother. Every second you are doing it; they aren't doing it to someone else or someone's loveones. Every second of dollar you can get out of them is a victory!! Keep going *Strong widget* and take scumbags as far as you can for every second you can, knowing everyone feels the same as you! Words alone are not enough to describe how happy I am towards the great recovery job you accomplished for me and my family Love you dude, Keep up the great content and thanks for helping those who have been victims!

[@williamswetnam4070]

The scammers didn't "earn" $200K last month; they ROBBED $200K last month.

[@M_SC]

*stole. Robbery is a particular type of stealing and this isn’t it

[@aabb-up3jn]

They "made an idiot out of us" for 200k$.

[@leok7193]

​@@M_SCrobbery is theft under threat of violence. Pretty simple distinction

[@espressomatic]

It's still work on their part. Hard work too, depending on the mark.

[@GeorgeWashingtonLaserMusket]

@@espressomatic Theft isn't work and calling it "hard work too" implies you have some form of respect for the PoS's that do this. Are you a PoS?

[@MarcosOliveira-vl2un]

Plot twist: He actually got scammed and had to turn it into a BBC documentary just to save face!

[@initit7070]

Don’t say that, you could be the one of them

[@oleksandr472]

He's a journalist. I highly doubt that stupid people can get a journalist job on BBC.

[@tl1533]

Conspiracy theorist got too much time in his hand!

[@Couch_fighter]

😂😂😂

[@talalgous1318]

😂

[@Freaky-Malokai]

Best thing to do when talking to a scammer is wasting their time, troll them or be outright hostile to them

[@fedvvvv]

Simple rule of thumb which at this point is just basic common sense, ignore ALL messages from strangers on social media. It's not rocket science.

[@nishd7161]

Yes, and if it's on a dating site, don't bother with people that aren't local that you can meet IRL.

[@kellywynveen2723]

Sent you a DM 😜😂 Bad joke…I know

[@elementeight8]

Wow! You just solved scamming on planet Earth. Well done.

[@fedvvvv]

@@elementeight8 I mean, at this point if you are being scammed it's on you. There's so much information out there on how these stupid scams work.

[@M_SC]

Your reliance on cliches doesn’t bode well for you

[@redstickham6394]

When someone you've never met in real life starts asking for money, that's the time to turn tail and run.

[@Princessdream-p9k]

Not just asking for money but INCITE YOU TO INVEST...... it’s a red flag. Never mix money and dating online together.

[@dennisd9554]

or IRL. Just don't give money to people.

[@kr50401]

@@dennisd9554don’t give money to people: they might cut off the friendship. Give money to people: you might lose the friendship as well as the money.

[@Paralyzer]

If a beautiful woman randomly messages you about she’s interested in you , that should send warning signals in your brain, if not you need to get your head examined. 😊 if it sounds to good to be true , it probably is …

[@lazyoldmanathome7699]

When I'm asked by 'homeless people' in the street for money, I reply: ' I have no cash but I'll buy you a coffee and a doughtnut?' So far all, but one (but rather reluctantly), have told me: 'I only want money'. Two told me to 'F* off!' I can only imagine why they only want money.

[@chinmaykar06]

My first response to any such messages is "I am very poor and I cannot buy you things". Usually it ends there

[@okiedokie2557]

My first response is to block and delete

[@niksn022]

@@okiedokie2557 I'd suggest wasting their time on purpose instead

[@markkostka6897]

Responding is never a good idea. If you ever click on a link they send you're sure to have your identity taken. Not that I believe you. though it sounds funny to beat them at their own game.

[@Senee628]

@@niksn022 but it's wasting my time as well

[@LewisC-t1f]

I told them that if they send me $500 in bitcoin I will be their boyfriend. 😂

[@Overonator]

I'm kinda of feeling bad that nobody is trying to scam me. What am I not good enough to get scammed?

[@jorgemarin7303]

I am as ugly as pig butt but that never stops these scammers

[@kathryncarter6143]

Maybe not rich enough

[@brandchannelbackup9259]

Underrated comment

[@brandchannelbackup9259]

​@kathryncarter6143 well done bros you don try

[@brianal7143]

😂😂😂

[@emberdiosa]

"Much to my wife's relief" 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣 💀

[@paillette2010]

Right? LOL!!!

[@Agtsmirnoff]

It's funny because we all know nobody that works at BBC is straight

[@muddkipp_1]

someone's wallet😂

[@Mohammadecnoneht]

He was on a dating app really, looking for kids no doubt

[@Mohammadecnoneht]

​@@markinho424zero lol she is easily pleased

[@Oceansta]

Remember guys, if it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is. No woman will send you her pics upfront. Always be on the lookout for contradictions and inconsistencies in their stories. Remember, they are "grooming" several potential victims so they WILL get around to asking for money pretty soon - a day or two at the most. A lot of their pictures will appear either professionally shot or the other extreme - like they were taken with a 2012 phone camera. These are just some of the first red flags to look out for.

[@gerrickhan]

No attractive women will message men like you first. Look inwards instead of at red flags.

[@winnieformpilates3308]

Never assume who’s the other side of that picture, be vigilant and take care of yourself.

[@MagnoliaBelle369]

So many people have been taken advantage of by this scam, there are news stories all over YT about it, but what's sad are the people being taken advantage of, and they know it. I know two people, one a relative and one a work acquaintance who were sending money overseas to help women "with their education". Both were told they were getting scammed and both admitted they knew that was true but they were lonely, so they kept sending money just to maintain the connection to that person. The relative stopped sending money, but I don't know if the acquaintance did.

[@stephenabbott7259]

No. Assume it’s a Nigerian male. 😅

[@cooltrades7469]

@@stephenabbott7259 Best;-)))

[@cooltrades7469]

@@stephenabbott7259 Nigerian genius;-)))at work

[@buzz5969]

Always do video cam😊

[@AngelSeas]

I’ve encountered someone like this before. I even have a record of our entire conversation. In the end, she sent me a link, clearly trying to get me to invest. It’s usually easy to tell when a woman’s approach is genuinely about talking about the future, flirting, or if she’s just giving herself away too easily.

[@Jane-br4fb]

You people are amazing! I appreciate you rescuing so many possible victims. Raise awareness You've gained yet another fan. I appreciate you offering this service. These con artists must be stopped right away; they are despicable. You're greatly benefiting the world by doing this myRETRIEVAL.

[@smp332012]

"and much to my wife's relief" 😆😂🤣

[@ruckbarbie]

The sad truth is, no matter how many people see this, when "she" reaches out to them, they'll still fall for it. "I know I watched a video warning me about this exact woman and this exact situation, but this is a real woman, who really likes me!"

[@marxk4rl]

Simps gonna simp, no matter what.

[@thejusticeization]

it's just on them then for being so naive and just dumb to be honest

[@djoakeydoakey1076]

​@marxk4rl Simps keep on simping, thieves keep on thieving.

[@gomperhooblet]

​@@marxk4rlsad but true

[@SkandiaAUS]

Hands off she messaged me first.

[@pizzacat2830]

wish these scammers would just scam each other lol

[@petrsson]

Trust me...They actually do...😎👌

[@basimbedan]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@LaowaiDaveJCP]

go to india to see that. From high profile politicians to street vendors.

[@eat_ze_bugs]

Everyone with a job is a scammer or part of a scam to some extent. Corporations don't invest billions into marketing, sales, and planned obsolescence just to get you to pay more for less. Insurance companies would be broke if people were paid what they were promised. In the end, it's just money and capitalism, it's all made up. There are only winners and losers, no right or wrong; and some people will always end up with the short end of the stick.

[@cerveauy8782]

​@@LaowaiDaveJCPthere are scammers from all races active everywhere. In Cambodia trafficked Indians are forced by the Chinese to scam Westerners.

[@alfafemale68]

It’s rather shocking that some people still fall for this kind of scenario. Unbelievable.

[@jodypat5054]

Only people who didn't come from KZbin are worthy of liking this *Strong widget* 🏆 what a journey it’s been! this £200,000 recovery has been an inspiration to us all, congrats!!! ❤️

[@chrisbale5640]

Crazy to think how many people fall for these ludicrous scams.

[@seanbrennan9188]

A fool and his money are soon parted

[@Yourservice99]

Because people are too lonely.

[@tsarnicholasii419]

You’d be surprised by how desperate people can be in tough times

[@WLVFX]

A lot of people who get scammed are old and their mind isn't as sharp as it once were. So they can get scammed more easily.

[@Julia-bn1ps]

Vulnerable

[@nacholibreri]

I got contacted by “Jessica”, and I am a woman, haha😂😅😂

[@NickvonZ]

"Jessica" swings both ways. 😂

[@itsbonkerjojo9028]

Liarrr

[@UnShredded]

Hoa Moe foe be a.

[@ellsworthm.toohey7657]

So ?? Are you against LGBTQAQRUIFJQLC+ ?

[@trashAndNoStar]

Love is love (or rather, greed is greed)

[@thorphoeung6057]

When a beautiful "single" woman contacts me from out of the blue. Immediate red flag.

[@xmj6830]

That's where it starts! 😂 Imagine a pretty hot single woman doing crypto! 🤣

[@mikedennehy2454]

And if they ever contact you out of the red, it's a blue flag?

[@philipholding]

Unless you are George Clooney

[@unknownlegend6275]

Dude got tied up in a catfish scam and wrote a BBC report to keep wife unsuspecting 😂

[@MrRolandMichel]

Exactly! 😄

[@asheru9254]

Game is game bro🔥🔥

[@person51035]

"research" Wonder if he'd have researched it if the scammer used a man's photos instead of a hot woman's 😂

[@leewalker23]

As a 31 years old guy lacking of sleep daily because I take the night shift to take care of my 6 months old daughter, I can easily tell that it's a scam whenever a pretty girl slides into my dm or facebook messenger wanting to get acquainted with me 😂

[@justayoutuber1906]

Sad. Never ever send money. It's probably a dude you are sending it to anyway.

[@karimtabrizi376]

Yes of course

[@gary8306]

@@karimtabrizi376………a Nigerian prince.😘

[@jonnieinbangkok]

Or an 85 yearly old lady 😂 😂 😂

[@pondeify]

why does everyone hate dudes?

[@slavicprincess]

it 100% IS a dude, not probably

[@sherryvt61]

Right away I knew it was going to be a crypto scam. It's refreshing to see the stories of people NOT falling for it!

[@matthewbaker6177]

Tinder has so many of these. It's out of control.

[@SL-lz9jr]

So it’s not just Coffee Meets Bagel? So annoyed with dating apps.

[@kc-jm3cd]

Facebook dating to and a bunch of others

[@boboutelama5748]

You also will meet potential honeylovers on those dating app. Searching for a victim. They generally take a good looking member of the gang, arrange some dates that will go well, and then the trap will close on the victim. You can google those affairs for the few that where already caught : grooming gang uk, nth room korea.

[@jamisojo]

​@Markpetersony your message doesn't require three posts. You can just edit the original post.

[@FrVitoBe]

​@@SL-lz9jralso on boo

[@AmirMr-de5nz]

This was legitimately so wholesome. You can tell at the ending of getting your money back that it wasn't scripted at all when Universalchargeback

[@254_aw]

"I wanted to see how this scam worked"...... proceeds to send them £200 😂😂😂

[@MrHorse-by3mp]

"Wait a minute, that's not the wallet inspector!" - Homer Simpson

[@sammavitae114]

Also a Homerism - “Why are the things that happen to stupid people are now starting happen to me?”

[@ArtemAndrusov]

This is a very informative clip. I never got that that far with those people and was loosing interest or was blocked sooner than that. I have always been curious about how they eventually scam others. I appreciate Joe doing this investigation

[@avantcdmx2028]

Report those profiles

[@caspianblue4141]

The weird use of language ought to be a major red flag for people, right off the bat! Also, someone as good looking as the people in the stolen photos, would never have any need trying to find love online. I cannot understand how so many people fall for these kinds of scams. 🤦🏼‍♀

[@shinyshinythings]

One of the dangers of AI … AI-generated beautiful women whose photos can’t be found online, so appear to be “real”, combined with AI-enhanced, “standardized” English that removes some of the telltale marks (odd phrasing and vocabulary choices) of typical scammer-speak … those stories will be a whole new generation of scam victims in two or three years tops.

[@chico5286]

The most accurate comment I have seen ❤

[@Johnson-sq2vj]

You, your group, and your partners are true legends. I sincerely appreciate all of your hard work, MYRETRIEVAL Continue the fantastic work that you have been doing! We are grateful that you have spared and shielded millions of Europeans from these callous individuals. It is true that what goes around, comes around! Give it to them! God bless you for being there for us victims.

[@sutats]

Once again the poor innocent pig gets drawn into the nomenclature. The world is a vampire.

[@Oceansta]

😆😆😆

[@laylah150]

and here you are dragging us vampires into your mortal mess lol. Vampires dont fraud and scam, thank you very much

[@jameslong9921]

@@laylah150 Oh yeah sure all you vamps are wonderful, you just enslave peeps in a blood pact ensnaring them in an unlife of salty blood drinks and deathly paleness. A vampires life is one big fraud and scam, your obviously not one if you dont know even that much.

[@Oceansta]

@@markinho424 I don't think you understand how this works.

[@Lmaxk007]

That's right. Leave piggies alone and they are much smarter than a lot of those who call themselves human . Period. 🎉

[@kennychwk]

Well… good to see this finally put on here, and I wish finally governments will do something to avoid this

[@TheDecimusic]

these people also scam women on online dating apps!

[@SoniumSun]

Yep, after 2 years of being alone, I installed the "Russian Tinder" (Mamba) a few weeks ago. 4 out of 5 matches are scams =) Pretty women who are the first to start a conversation and immediately block me after my message that I am not interested in crypto and a few hours later the accounts are also deleted but new ones appear every day, the same pictures, the same names...

[@JoeTidy]

And men too! No one is safe tbh

[@TheDecimusic]

@@JoeTidy totally what i don't understand is why these dating apps are not aware of this problem. its really annoying all these crypto scammers

[@leehk23]

@@TheDecimusic They are aware but to them they are just another account. More accounts means better numbers to attract more investors, more data to sell and more revenue if you have to pay to join the site.

[@Maialeen]

@JoeTidy No? AND MEN TOO? It's not like we're watching a video about that right now.

[@joshs3916]

The fact so many people are this naive to fall for these scams is quite sad

[@stefanschleps8758]

They're holed up in their own gilded cage without any life experience that might benefit them! So sad.

[@Random-xw1fg]

Loneliness

[@NigelM18]

​@GlennLopez just remember, you're in the minority and always will be. 😅

[@Puggalug]

@joshs3916 Being naive is not the only factor of people falling victims of scams, Anybody can fall for a scam if they happen to be at the wrong place, the wrong time, the wrong state of mind, or reached at a moment of vulnerability such as if they are being rushed. Scammers use social engineering techniques to manipulate their victims. The proper approach is to not look at scam victims as nieve , but scammers as greedy manipulative criminals.

[@MyHanck]

Scammers are the scourge of our digital age

[@hippocreation]

The person who impersonated Jessica is mostly bunch of oily bold-head dudes in Nigeria or India.

[@EA-ck4so]

China... if you watched the video till the end...

[@hippocreation]

@ China has the great firewall blocks any outbound traffic. No Google, IG, Facebook, Etc would work in China. Chinese scam call center usually scam only Chinese because English language barrier. This BBC news certainly failed to do homework

[@lukespicer1982]

Honestly blows my mind how naive and gullible some people can be.

[@mellowverse2275]

Every time they do this I always respond with “get a job” 😂

[@mentalhealthadvocateforcas4012]

😂

[@God.Almighty]

that is literally their job

[@jamisojo]

​@@God.Almighty stealing from your fellow human beings is not a job. It is evil criminal activity.

[@cnaizhen]

​@@jamisojoIt is illegal, it is an evil criminal activity, and it is a job regardless lol

[@CG-hj1cu]

The scary thing that people actually fall fall for this

[@lottery248]

there would be no reason to fall into this scam if the economy was indeed alright.

[@dr_vegapunk13]

Sending your old passport was a really bad idea

[@EmreErcan-utopiano]

wanna explain why?

[@Tim.Weaver]

@@EmreErcan-utopiano Looks like it contained the journalist's personal information, which could be used by criminals for identity theft at a later date. This gang might use it themselves or sell the data to other criminals. It's always dangerous for amateurs to dabble in scambaiting. There are dozens of professional/semi-professional scambaiters on YT who know how to do it safely.

[@petermartin9494]

@@EmreErcan-utopiano Because it might be used for the purpose of identity theft. An old passport is not ideal but it is far better than nothing.

[@Sashazur]

@@EmreErcan-utopianoIt has your full name, correct photo, correct address, birthday, where you were born etc. Perfect info for ID theft.

[@themoviescriptwriter2513]

@@EmreErcan-utopiano It can still have important information. Probably special identifiers or codes.

[@Scottieguru]

"A fool and his money are easily parted."

[@Frankie-z6u]

If anyone starts talking anything about money just block and delete. Big red flag.

[@spritzpistol]

The real annoying thing is that if you report a scammer to FB, with clearly someone using friends account they’ve piggy backed on, and report it’s blatantly a scammer impersonating my friend, they don’t do anything. I reported someone recently 4 times and their profile and activity still remains. If you run an online organisation (eg FB, X, YT, Instagram etc) surely there is some central ombudsman and if you dilly dally, and don’t remove these accounts with obvious proof they are scammer, you should be hugely fined. It’s your platform and you should have some responsibility for what appears on it. Safely, both love and greed can weaken peoples senses, but that doesn’t detract from the evil s**ts that steal innocent peoples hard earned cash, as they are too bone idle to work themselves.

[@jamisojo]

Yeah. Facebook does a terrible job at policing anything. They should be ashamed of themselves. The ridiculous accounts/advertisements using sex and lies to sell things should put FB owners in prison in my opinion.

[@huongminh7703]

This guy does more to prevent and stop online scammers than the FBI *GrindTechiei* You're not only closing down scammers but also educating the public, making them aware. Well done

[@stephenrochester6309]

No GPT was used in the production of this comment.

[@huongminh7703]

Wdym?

[@supremebuffalo6322]

​​@@huongminh7703you're a bot, or a scammer. You randomly name a scam group in the middle of your comment 'grindtechiei' 😂 You might not be smart enough for scamming

[@Ann-sj4pt]

It’s a scam

[@huongminh7703]

I shared my experience, how i got scammed and was saved

[@bulevartz]

There is an old saying: "When they promise you a lot, bring a small sack".

[@aleksitjvladica.]

Who says that?

[@PeterMoss54321]

"When they promise you a lot, expect to be kicked in the sack."

[@Angela-n5y2f]

*Vortextrace* , your work is truly outstanding. I appreciate your dedication in fighting against these unethical individuals who prey on the elderly and the public. It is crucial that we take all necessary measures to protect them. You have truly earned recognition for your efforts!!!!

[@ahm7944]

The key to not fall for these schemes is to not be alone. Loneliness is a bad adviser. Tell your friends about these messages. I saved my niece and a friend from sending money. I had a Russian woman, Svetlana, in the Czech republic, who wanted money for a airline ticket. I offered a NON REFUNDABLE ticket, she rejected it. She also said she would get her USA visa from a travel agent. That's a red flag. USA visas are given in person! I reported Svetlana (real woman, I talked to her on video call). She popped up again in Alaska! I re-reported her

[@Crackparty803]

Imagine if this whole story was this guy just covering up when he got caught cheating lmao

[@concretekenny]

Yoo 🤣🤣🤣

[@JK-br1mu]

If somebody actually read the first few messages, including "prepare me a small gift", and fell for this scam, they'd have to be almost subhuman in intellect.

[@PhyllisGlassup2TheBrim]

Fools and their money ........

[@nakkadu]

I think that's deliberate. If the scammers start off with something obvious then whoever falls for it will be easy prey....kind of a way of filtering out the normal intelligence people who won't end up sending money so the scammers don't waste time on them.

[@vicfg8052]

I see your point but rather disagree. If someone is in desperate need of human company, let alone a romantic one, they will see but ignore all these red flags - and fall for it.

[@Pudentame]

Fifty percent of the human race is below average.

[@GeekGamer666]

It's worth mentioning that not all scammers are doing it willingly. Some of the people on the other end are victims of scams themselves who are imprisoned and forced to run the scams, those that refuse get severe beatings and some even die. I only know this because I watched a documentary where a man wanted to try and stop the scammers who were using his IG photos to scam women.

[@SL-lz9jr]

The video does address the fact that not all are willing participants. He even asked if “Jessica” was in Cambodia because there’s a huge ring of Chinese scammers in Cambodia forcing other Chinese people to perform these scams. My esthetician is Cambodian and her sister still lives there and works for a Chinese gang. It’s sick and twisted

[@SynthiaVan]

What are we supposed to do with this information? Feel sorry for the scammers because some stories "claim" some scammers are just slaves? Why would a slave or a captive be given means to communicate with the outside world like that? It doesn't make sense nor does it change the situation. It's propaganda to lessen the negative feelings.

[@jamisojo]

​@@SynthiaVanwell, it's another reason that screaming at the scammer isn't useful. Unfortunately, all we can do is ignore them. Block the communication if possible.

[@Phrancis5]

My elderly parents have an elderly single friend who is being butchered. They and all her friends warned her that the online romance was a scam, but instead she cut ties with her real friends to bankrupt herself with this scammer. Once fooled, many will double-down instead of admitting to themselves or others that they were fools.

[@DJVARAO]

Pro tip: don't talk to strangers over internet.

[@myownprivateglasgow280]

The problem with scammers is that they have been taught well by the ultimate scammer: Capitalism. You didn't get to the brink of extinction by being told the truth, did you?

[@ronaldomike]

I wouldn't even spend $200 on this, maybe $2 just for giggles

[@petermartin9494]

And how would that give you giggles? Is your life so pathetic that you don't have anything better to do?

[@Owen-ub3fv]

Im too stingy even to give em $2 for giggles. There's free ways to mess with them.

[@JoeyBlogs007]

How can people be so naive in this day and age ??? Total desperation of these people falling for such scams. Very sad.

[@dawnatkinson7704]

Elderly people are pretty vulnerable as their mental facilties aren't all there, some are lonely and desperate and aren't familiar with these types of scams. It's sad but some of them actually become delusional and insist tbey are a real person and keep sending money even after family and friends have warned them or showed them the scam outright.

[@MaineSWH]

Human nature

[@user-oz4ip6dz3t蕭]

Astounding work Grind techiei so lively you are out there connecting with these disappointments.. We really want to do all that we can for spare the more prepared and the general public from these horrendous clowns! Adulation to YOU!! You merit the Nobel prize for keeping us safe.big up family.’

[@godofgaps-w2n]

when they were confronted, their response was to scam you more, that's ruthless

[@fatimamuhammad-md1mj]

The positive feedback from others in the community highlights the outstanding contributions of *UniversalDispute* commitment to transparency and ethical practices has fostered a strong sense of trust and reliability.

[@stephenrochester6309]

We know you scammers are in India.

[@Gleipnir31]

I was naïve and thought that this video was about a pork meat scam.

[@edmundblackaddercoc8522]

Same, they scammed us

[@VarisaraGibson]

​@@edmundblackaddercoc8522You said that you were scammed how did it happen?

[@2288sharingan]

​@@VarisaraGibson😂 back to the home you go