I'm a guy who was scammed on POF

[@dolores2850]

Please thank the victim for being brave in sharing. I’m glad he was able to find out about the scam before further damage.

[@kayjenkins4262]

This guy sounds lovely! I truly hope he finds love and happiness.

[@kimmym410]

Thank you for telling your story. My cousin has autism and is in a similar situation, he is 27 and lives at home but has a small part time job at the car wash and it takes a lot for him to do that job. I can't imagine him getting wrapped up with a scammer online. It boils my blood to hear these scum scammers did this to this guy. I wish pain and suffering on the scammers who did this to him. This story shows you how gutless and demonic scammers really are.

[@sherry3242]

I love all of your scammer videos but I also like to listen to you talk because your voice is so calming.

[@ScammingScammers]

lol thank you :)

[@ScammingScammers]

Please keep in mind, this person is a victim of a crime. He truly was a very innocent victim that scammers took advantage of. If you have anything hateful or nasty to say about the victim, you simply don't belong here and should take a good look at yourself. Any nasty comments about the victim will be removed. We have enough hate in the world without heartless people adding more to it. Thanks.

[@annaamalia7189]

True. The haters and scammers will always be there. And post comments. We just have to ignore them. But , like you said sometimes we just speak up ........ The haters are almost as bad as the scammers. People , have compassion , it can be you who fall for this ..... The young man is brave to tell his awful experience. I would like him to know he helped many. Kudos.

[@AdidasLove34]

I think ( for the most part) it’s abt education. For the longest time I could not wrap my head around the victims pov. I had to watch a lot of videos to understand that these people are already deeply ashamed n hurting so deep to the point of suicide for some. So adding insults do not help. It’s like adding salt to the wound. They are brave enough to share their stories to warn others. And to relieve the pain cannot be easy. Now when I listen it’s with compassion n understanding. Who knows I may save someone else or even myself from falling prey frm what I’ve learned here. Many times we do things we said we would never do. U guys are doing a good work here. Keep it up.

[@ninasallee6401]

I have had this tried on me but I can understand why they can get people to do this the scammers are really good especially if you are lonely they say exactly what you need to hear so sad

[@annaamalia7189]

People are ashamed , humiliated and hurt. Only a small percentage is reported. It takes guts to throw oneself out there and tell the whole world..... This young gentlemen is remarkable. Do yourself a favor , don't cuss the scammers out and tell them what they did wrong. Just go, block , report. Don't make them angry. The are expert hackers. If you tell them off, you teaching them what they did wrong........ you become their teachers. They avoid their mistakes . One put others in danger. ....

[@nicholasmagcamit8233]

I don't need to use POF because you are right . Now I'm going to spend $1000 on these girls in Hangouts because of them saying that they need stuff and food. That's not my fault if they ran out of food or their phone is broken.

[@sueknoll8567]

Sorry that happened to you but you are very brave sharing it so that other people won't have to go through that. It's also great that you have such a positive attitude about the situation and are going on with your life.

[@fiwalker6690]

Omg I hate scammers it hurts to hear this 😞

[@karentranter7806]

I think that this Man was very brave for letting us know about his story. I hope that telling us his story will help him move forward. Thank you to William xxx 💝

[@morenitanegrita8793]

Don’t give money to ANYBODY. FULL STOP.

[@francenehartley8807]

Thanks for sharing & I'm sorry you went thru this. I want you to know that you will meet someone who values your thoughtfulness. My son is autistic & struggles with social situations. These scammers are low lifes. Keep your chin up

[@B.H.56]

I hope you are supervising him better than the person in this story. Keep an eye on his finances.

[@mellel1797]

Tough lesson to learn. Wishing that young man well.

[@helensmith2839]

Once they start milking your money,that is what they do,one bad thing after another to them,until your totally broke! This story is so typical and very true,and sad!

[@skyserene0152]

Just on reading the comments, for people to think these stories are made up, "get a grip" if you just listened carefully you would hear the sincerity, especially in this one.... Being scammed happens to the best of us, if we all came forward there would be no room for anything else. I hope this young man finds happiness one day 🥰

[@sarrahcastillo9787]

Be grateful to all these guys braving to share their pain frm those scammers to warn us that these SCAMS happened.😣😣😣

[@Grumpy6666]

I really feel bad for this guy, but he should know he's not the only one who has been taken advantage of. Thank you for telling your story

[@Aawsomeguy]

It still surprises me that these dating sites haven't been shut down yet. They seem to be getting worse everyday. I feel sorry for the guy that got scammed by a online dating site scammer.

[@rebeccaabel4589]

I agree these dating apps and sites has become a cesspool

[@ironbutterfly6835]

We all learn through painful experiences resulting from our bad decisions. This young man is to be commended for not accepting social exclusion which often comes autism. I think this experience will be a painful one. Hopeful you will meet a life partner ! Many Blessings

[@fayrichards5729]

Hi William and Anne another poor victim. I feel so bad for them. Sadly any one of us can be caught by a scammer. You both do an awesome job. I think we should be grateful for the amazing amount of time you put in. Hope you are recuperating well Anne. Thanks guys you rock. Fay

[@ScammingScammers]

Thank you Fay! We appreciate you as well!

[@LovelyAbundance]

Great to hear from the real victims!

[@chadestanic1871]

Thank you it does help ,I was scamed this week thank god I found out before I send 60 thousand for his dying daughter,all not true bless you 🙏

[@lisav5425]

I guess he's from Nigeria... They all lie and it is their business. Be careful.

[@sekenamcmurren2217]

My heart goes out to this young man William. I also believe at some point later on when he's ready, he will find a nice woman (probably not online) worthy of his love.👩🏻

[@sonicmario64]

That's very nice and sweet, and I'm sure that the guy behind the story would be quite touched to hear such words that are quite supportive as well. ^^

[@KM-nq7ez]

Yes He sounds like a super sweet man who would treat his “ girl” like a Queen.

[@CottonWoodBlues]

I deal with scammers every day on POF. I have not fell for any of them. One reason is because none of them ever meet my criteria anyway. But the guy I fell for that I met at the place I used to work, was a way bigger scammer than any online scammer I have met so far. He stole my will to live. He stole my joy in life..the money is nothing compared to what he stole!

[@loulalucille8946]

There's a special level of hell for people who prey on honest, good hearted people like this young man. I'm proud of this young man for being so open and honest! I hope his story stops others from being scammed.

[@sekenamcmurren2217]

💇🏻‍♀️Thank you for your narration William. It's always good to hear your soothing voice.🗣️

[@dawna4185]

...it sucks that there are so many evil folk!! sad.....

[@kenmoreSF]

Scammers always target the vulnerables for all kind of scams that are not necessarily romance. I have an elderly parent and I'm always worry that she might fall for a IRS collection or something in that nature.

[@lindapringpuangkeo4661]

The storyline is a model working hard, giving cars and loving a man she never met. this scammer is really evil! They bleed you dry and they come up with one crisis after another, one sad story after another. First her then her grandma then she comes up with more and more expenses . Lesson of the day once they ask? just block!

[@dereksmith2034]

Rule number one never send anyone money that you haven't met in person

[@annehayden8455]

I feel heartbroken to think of what has happened to the victim,who seems to be a good natured gentleman,tell this gentleman not to be disheartened all women are not scammers I’m looking for a soulmate but i would never ask for money its out of the question im a genuine lady,i get lots of men asking for money using all types of excuses just the same as this gentleman has had,but they never get any money or cards or money to have parcels to deliver

[@annaamalia7189]

Brave young man to come forward and speak up. To the nay sayers , William and Anne would never post anything that is not veryfied!!!!. To take advantage of this young man is deplorable. This can happen, scammers take advantage of people who fall for their manipulation. These people don't care if you live ore die. Once again to accuse William of reading a fabricated story is Ludacris. He is honest, compassionate and helpful. His integrity in beyond reproach. Shame on the person who wrote this nasty letter. William and Anne are the best....... .

[@ninasallee6401]

The people that have negative comments are probably scammers or money mules

[@bethb7965]

@@ninasallee6401 Or just trying to make themselves look better, but it makes them look like fools!!

[@dianachin4849]

Never talk about money in relationships

[@annaamalia7189]

What I think is the been scamed their hard is broken and the looking for some kind of outlet. Reverse psychology . Could be wrong . My take .

[@brendaross3961]

My hearts breaking for this guy.... 😭😭😭😭😭💔💔

[@bttrflygal]

Scammers r so touchy when we bust them.

[@gingers8457]

The other day online I was contacted by a very handsome Army guy stationed in Iraq who is looking for a God fearing woman and he was speechless at my beauty...😂 I cracked up laughing.

[@victoriafontana3520]

That's how they usually start to talk to you when they are Scammers

[@annaamalia7189]

One guy told me he is dazzled by my beauty and smile. He must really dig bulldogs showing their teeth. My profile picture. LMBO. No other pics of me.

[@ScammingScammers]

LOL always the same old lines

[@annaamalia7189]

@@ScammingScammers I crack up with " how are you doing , my pretty"?. ...hmmm he couldn't think of anything more original. Block. Sounds like a bloody parakee.

[@jamiepasinella1678]

When they call you 'my queen'🙄😂

[@rhook88]

“I love you but I need some money”🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@suzmariesquires5065]

Poor guy that's so sad hope he is doing better now 😀

[@StellaFl]

Breaks your heart, doesn't it?

[@ScammingScammers]

Makes me angry to be honest, these scammers would do anything for a dollar

[@annaamalia7189]

@@ScammingScammers Some very prominent people been fooled. Real scientist , nurses , politicians - to name a few..... They are the world greatest manipulators. The best response ? No response!!!!!. Education and information sharing ....... Remember the have checked you out , know your vulnerability , your weak points. If one ever lost money to one , one goes on a list. One will be bombarded with invites.........no matter what forum one is on.

[@ninasallee6401]

Yes very much so

[@atchafalaya73]

Why do the victims not think, “Damn, my online love can’t pay for a single thing without my help, what did they do before I came along?” “My love is a leach and a user!” Instead, they think their love is struggling due to no fault of their own and the victim thinks it is their duty to be the hero! (even to their own detriment.)

[@stevenrecord683]

These scammers are so horrible

[@rosebeanvalentine7725]

I am so sorry. I hope the person who scammed you burns in hell forever.

[@mauriziomoreni1434]

My dear they have a special place there. Look at the demons chuckle and yell cuttings their hands off down in hell.

[@fiwalker6690]

I never thought I would be lonely but I get it

[@SleepyHollow1974]

How sad. What a shame. Poor guy very mean what done to him:

[@ankalee7341]

Soulless scammers

[@bethb7965]

What a scumbag that scammer is!!! Hope karma comes around for that person!!

[@rhook88]

“I’m working away but I need £9000 to come and see you” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jhenlagajeno1877]

I'm also a victim of love scam. And it's lasted last Feb this month only. I was si stupid to fall for there stupid fabricated stories.. They're ask me also gift cards and money.. This guy introduce his self as a active military residing in nigeria.. He said his name was cross mark. A 40 years old man and a single dad.. And he was single for almost 2 years. I heard about scammer but I'm not aware for live scam.. I meet this guy last 2018 in a dating site..

[@ScammingScammers]

Sorry to hear you fell victim to a scammer

[@dianachin4849]

If this military guy has a lot of money, then why does he need to borrow chump change from you? That's his problem if he can't financially take care of himself

[@shirlainewilliams152]

pls everyone take the time to think ,if you have having kidney health problems ,you cannot be online you are sick ,pls pls think get advice

[@roryjones6040]

He thought he was getting a free car but the money was going to Africa 😂

[@davidkraft314]

I am continuously contacted by people on POF saying the same message "Hi i think ur cute" within 10-20 minutes the whole account will just vanish. Don't know if its a virus, or if they're scammers who suck at their jobs

[@ScammingScammers]

Most times new accounts on POF will be allowed to stay up for a limited number of days and then POF asks for verification, most times you holding a sign with your user name and taking a pic or ID.... generally happens to IP addresses who make many accounts. Which could be why they vanish quickly

[@chadestanic1871]

Same Nigerian from Turkey was called dating app for serious relationship, Vanessa

[@haleysmith4343]

Maybe this guy should get into a day program

[@magewong4782]

Thanks for sharing,🌹😘

[@Laura-tp8wz]

Hope this nice guy finds a true nice woman😊

[@DjSmoothNY]

I started watching these scam videos after 3 recent scammer attempts on me. The military scammer stationed in Syria and model living in Queens wanted me to send them google play gift cards. I said google play is free! Hell no! And blocked them. Then the pilot just asked me to accept some gifts she was going to mail me. I said no I don’t want them. She/he got mad as hell and went from how much they love me to I’m a stupid poor idiot. I said thank you and blocked them. Be careful and never ever ever send money to a person you’ve never met! And those packages that get held up in customs and cost you thousands in the end are also scams. Don’t fall for it.

[@ScammingScammers]

Thank you for sharing!

[@murielwinter2513]

I feel so sorry for this guy and do hope he will find someone who will love him.

[@marymckinnis61]

I feel bad for that poor young man.

[@kenahenakew8761]

Plenty of fish, thats a good name ha

[@thankthelord4536]

Stinky fish🤭

[@thankthelord4536]

Even my teenage grandchildren can smell game after these conversations.

[@da__lang]

Take a drink every time you hear "to which."

[@hermanrogers1325]

How can he go through all that trouble and not think of him self and his needs

[@sonicmario64]

What exactly do you mean?

[@patsygroves3812]

He’s a genuinely Sweet Caring person I hope Everything is Good for him now . God Bless .

[@dianachin4849]

Because scammers don't let their victims think. They make everything sound too good to be true. Plus they also sound poetic, like no American talks like that in real life. Never talk about money in relationships either

[@newmexicoballer3867]

Great story. But this guy ran through all the alarms.

[@63phillip]

Why ever send money to someone you have never met. and online

[@roadwarriorsve4256]

Oh my goodness there's a lot of scams out there and no1s doing anything to stop it

[@ScammingScammers]

There is not much you can do other than educate people on how to stay safe and not become a victim. Scammers are all over the world and in countries where corruption is king. We've even caught police officers scamming in some of these countries.

[@blondegypsy8525]

Report and let others know. Progress takes time. Thank you.

[@BlackKingBaby911]

A stupid girl tried scamming me for my stimulus check on pof

[@dianachin4849]

Never talk about money in relationships

[@shirlainewilliams152]

why do we give money to strangers and not to the homeless or charity , im glad im so mean ,i dont even give money to my own children and granchildren

[@margieconnor7285]

It's because they are taught to manipulate and work on people's emotions and vulnerabilities. They have lists on how to do this, it's an amazing education of evil they get. This . money goes towards gangs, drugs. Human trafficking as well as gun running and many evil things. It's not the victims fault I guess I'm saying.

[@shirlainewilliams152]

im not jugding no one but a model interested in me or you come on ,think about it ,look at the life style can it much yours ,,no way ,it does not fit ,i always ask advice ,please tell someone if you meet someone online ,great show ,you guys are great

[@debbiezell5835]

This is happening to me now

[@ScammingScammers]

So sorry to hear

[@pamlampman2152]

Hey do you know what was Rose's last name?

[@ScammingScammers]

I sure don't, I don't tend to save victims stories after we make the videos, sorry

[@JDOGFTW]

haha . Never give money even to real woman. lol.

[@JDOGFTW]

Why do they ask for pictures of the receipt though?

[@ScammingScammers]

It's also to make sure that you've actually bought a new card. Many people who play with scammers will give them cards they find online that are already spent.

[@dianachin4849]

Another way to play with scammers is to egg them on until the very end. For instance, if you're being pressured into sending money, just ask for the address, say "I have the address. I will send the money right away." Then block and report them

[@teresasnow-angel5494]

If a family member has any kind of a disability they should be more vigilante and protective in guarding this persons activity---and making sure he or she is well respected---

[@Powderboxqueen]

Poor guy. I hope he’s doing okay

[@Garland.Greene2296]

Most of these scammers don't even know how to scam! They talk dirty right away which is a dead giveaway. They can't even answer simple questions like what their name is, like they are an automated messenger. Their spelling is bad like they are struggling with their English. A lot of them immediately leave their number. Their page mysteriously disappear after two or three messages into the conversation.

[@fonzarellyplay370]

I have given out my phone number to a girl and she stopped txting me...should I be worried?

[@ScammingScammers]

I wouldn't be worried, she might have ghosted you or something like that as well. They are not all scammers online, some just decide not to talk further.

[@janetbrown6409]

The scammers have no boundaries. X

[@jreed3620]

To anyone who thinks that the stories are made up, I say this: if they are made up then why do we have to wait for so long for new ones!

[@ScammingScammers]

LOL cause it takes forever to edit them

[@mildredpierce4506]

Scammers are evil

[@Smashingblouse]

This is going to sound a bit strange but hear me out. If you’re an above average person looks wise you are still highly likely to get scammed. It’s not just old folk etc. The reason why is you’ve been told by everyone most of your life that you’re beautiful, stunning blah blah so when the online people say it so quickly it doesn’t flatter you or raise alarm bells because you’ve heard it all before. They will also play the long game working you for months or even years to get something from you. Bottom line is it can happen to anyone so don’t let it happen to you.

[@ScammingScammers]

Very true, well said.

[@richcerasale8909]

very sad story

[@fiwalker6690]

Let me at them

[@Gamepak]

what to expect from a site called plenty of fish

[@PandaHead602]

Pof been around before 2010

[@ronron291]

Ppl will live in fantasy.. well I reject ur deposit

[@mauriziomoreni1434]

Look dont these people check these idiots allegations. No they dont. I found a 28 year old gorgeous msn from morocco who lives in uk. I met him at a mates house. He really liked me and were still together. He is a lovely guy and lots girls fancy him big time. Point is you can find a man. And no not cos of immigration or money. He is most generous guy ever and i love him. Im a uk girl not maurizio hes my ex. So be careful

[@mauriziomoreni1434]

Sorry hes been with me for ages. Not q few weeks

[@carlennabrattin7731]

Anyone ask for money it is scam! I got scam before! I know what scammers ask for it

[@hermanrogers1325]

Dam you don’t send them people your banking and money what they will do is drain you dry all them dateing sites you can just listen to their sales pitches, what the hell are you going to give a dateing app a nickel and dime company your banking information I can not be that stupid

[@mslove3949]

I was scamed off meetme n ig and fb and what's app and didn't know about the scams until I watched this