Man In SCAM Helps Us Intercept And Return Money

[@CatfishedOnline]

A few things from this video that I wanted to address for clarification: 1. This was 8 months of chess, not checkers. We just didn't recover the money and take the money back to the people who lost it. There was a lot of research and work over this period. We even sent letters to Evan and others before we went to visit but we never heard anything. We can't show all of this but, the video has to be longer to show the effort that went into this. Rarely does anyone get the opportunity to intercept and return money to people who have lost it. I'm super proud of what myself and the team accomplished here. 2. We broke up a scammers web. We contacted every person that was scammed and stopped them from being scammed. That's why it was crucial that we got a hold of these people. If I was being scammed out of $300k and I wasn't aware of it, I'd be grateful that someone would show up to my house to help save me from a scam (and give me a check for $3,500 or $10k). 3. Baiting the scammer over 8 months allowed us to get information about them like their IP addresses, voice, contact information that leads to people that they were getting money from in order to get an arrest. Again, this is chess. 4. Knocking on people's doors was a necessity. No one responded to phone calls or letters (except Douglas). We had to stop the scam. Art can't help that he's a tall guy and English is his second language. It's weird that people are making that an issue and ignoring that fact that we're helping people...We also always show up with a brochure and cards to show them who we are. Additionaly, you can always see that we show a lot of compassion when we sit down with these people. 5. We're going to do more and more of these. In order to have the biggest impact that we can have, we have to take cases all of the way. The only way to do this is to take the approach that we did to uncover the scam. I care more about having an impact than being a 'KZbinr' and that will always be the case. We hope to make content that is entertaining, but helping out one person at a time realizing that they're being scammed doesn't make as significant of an impact that I truly believe we have the ability to do. That’s why these videos are very important. Thank you all for watching and supporting us - David

[@perlowkey]

wut da flip

[@clairevangtan7774]

Good job, guys. Thank you for saving victims life.

[@PinoyLuz]

Who cares what anyone thinks or says about Art or the way you go about it. If a vulnerable person in their family was being scammed they’d have no problem with your tactics. Don’t stop or change anything

[@steveyager8205]

Hey I was scammed almost 2 years ago. Met her on Instagram under fake profile , called her out when I realized 234 country code was nigeria , she revealed herself and came at me thst way it was her boyfriend whole time she jus did the video chat , thsts whst they r doing now. They use they sisters or girlfriends to scam. I've talked to alot of them over in Nigeria and I play with them. I have screen recordings screenshots of the fake profiles , I know how to talk to them in pidgin so they video chat me and I record them. Easiest way is. When contacted say alaye , how far , call them boss , I'm from new york, syracuse.

[@martynscott-tw5cl]

Brilliant work David and all your team, I’ve been following this story with you . Keep up the great work and hope you get this scammer. Thanks again.

[@CretanBull]

If two guys dressed in black show up and my door, being kinda vague, asking where they can find someone, I'm not saying a damn thing. They really need to change their approach. Start by introducing yourself, give them your names, tell them who you are, have business cards with contact information to give out, tell them that you think the person you're looking for has been the victim of a scam and you're there to help them etc. Don't say things like "we need to find him because he might be in trouble" - that just sounds like trouble!

[@shan80luvs]

I think some of that was edited out… I mean… iI’m sure they are doing a great job with the parts we don’t see

[@CretanBull]

@@shan80luvs I hope that you’re right, but I’ve seen multiple videos involving the Trilogy Media guys and they always come across as super aggressive and even scary. I think they just have a more confrontational approach and treat everyone with a degree of suspicion or something like that. The more harsh criticism might be that they’re putting making more dramatic videos ahead of actually trying to help people…

[@roanmangan7417]

THIS

[@bayleefaye5877]

@@Anonymo248 If you actually watched more of their content you'd see why they act like that! They've had a legit gun pulled on them before so they're just always on high alert. These situations are dangerous and can turn any moment (Which has happened in multiple of TM videos). We're just people behind the screen. not actually putting ourselves in these situations.

[@CretanBull]

@@Anonymo248 I agree. I haven’t watched a ton of their stuff, but I’ve seen enough to turn me off of how they go about things.

[@Chaim127]

There is immense pain in losing a large amount of money but to garner courage to speak about it says a lot about the person’s great character.

[@Edgardo477]

Got scammed this past week out of 2.25 Bitcoin.

[@jaidenSalinas]

My husband and I was scammed twice last year, totaling losses over $550k. It was a lengthy process involving federal intervention to get our money back. We need more people like Retrievebackteam taking a stand against these criminals. Much love and support from California.

[@addahHusayn]

@@jaidenSalinas I got scammed out of my retirement money but I was new to it. thanks for sharing will definitely get in touch with them

[@DrealOtis00]

Sorry about that, just don't understand how so many human beings can be so heartless to people like that.

[@crazynanny4591]

Great comment... People make mistakes big and little. Manipulation is real.

[@vocal-hm3yo]

Last guy didnt seem grateful at all to receive some of his money back. Think he was more disappointed that his love interest turned out to be a male nigerian scammer

[@FacesByPureness]

I came to the comments to see if anyone else saw this too. I totally agree!

[@kf1439]

They did not go through the process of proving it all was fake, so he might still be believing it.

[@e.salinas6553]

I feel like he was embarrassed he has a camera in his face & he lost money all his business is out there now

[@SueRosalie]

@@e.salinas6553 still, he didn't even say thank you

[@blessedtobealive]

Well... Yeah he didn't care about the money in the first place if he was able to give it away like that.

[@keijidash9646]

I’m sorry, but If a big Russian guy comes looking for somebody I know, I ain’t saying a gd thing.

[@jennterry6977]

Same here! I don't think they realize how they come across. I don't know why they are looking for this person. I probably wouldn't even open the door.

[@VB-lc4xz]

Ikr??

[@DeborahLong7777]

I'm sorry for you. If this big guy came to my house looking for someone I certainly would be his friend. I have nothing to hide and if I know someone IDK is involved in illegal activity I would want them out of my life. Art is watching over all scammers to and gets the job done. Why diss him ? Kind? I guess the I'm sorry counteracts that 😂. Have a blessed day

[@jennterry6977]

​@@DeborahLong7777 but you know who he is. Imagine if you didn't know him from Adam and he showed up out of the blue and you were home alone. It's intimidating.

[@whocares7093]

I thought the same. Especially how they said "He is in trouble". I would be assuming he pissed of the mafia or something and would stay the f out of that business xD

[@nancymoore8250]

sorry but if you two guys started knocking on my door; no way would i answer it😳

[@SataniaMcDowel]

For real. I'd be intimidated as heck😅

[@lolabelle4959]

Hell I wud, esp seeing the hot Russian❤

[@Theinfamouskiki411]

I dunno...vlad is pretty cute

[@Vrais23]

A Vlad Stan too hello! I'd open the door just to say hello!​@@Theinfamouskiki411

[@da__lang]

@@Theinfamouskiki411 He really is. I would not be unhappy to have him in my home.

[@pixelduster2000]

Guys... I am pretty consistent in saying that the coop with TM isn't the best thing. They have their good moments, you have your good moments together, but the tactics and the approach is just so different. Yours is reserved and calm and scientific. They do hype and scare tactics and questionable morals type content. Don't let them rub off on you too badly.

[@soggynutsjr]

ik I don't want to be a hater but they make y'all seem less credible

[@BlackWidowRaiderette]

Agree 100%. I stopped watching TM after the Jodi episode bc they completely changed after that one.

[@magita1991]

Thats my issue too. Not saying what these guys do isn’t good i just don’t know if their investigative styles go well together. Polar opposites

[@whodoesntluvpapas]

I get a "Napoleon Complex" kind of vibe from the shorter one on TM. He looks like he relishes and savors each and every moment when he tries to tell people off, and it just grosses me out so bad. I can't stand it. He is very lucky to have the other guy around to help him intimidate people, because if he didn't, I bet he'd have a dislocated jaw or something like that by this point. They give off the vibe that part of the reason they do their job is so they can look cool, and it sort of undermines the humanitarian aspect of them trying to confront scammers. But hey, I think it's still nice that they do it, and I'm sure they've helped many people and truly do care about the welfare of others, so perhaps the tough guy persona is just a bonus for them...I could be completely wrong in my feelings 🤷🏼‍♀

[@jeffking9202]

Showing up to anyone's house at night, unexpectedly, Is Something You Guys Need To Stop Doing; helping " victims" out, is not worth putting yourself (or others) at risk. No offense intended, but this is very stupid behavior. If you can't go when the sun is up, just don't go. And this alleged "victim" who lost his wife after 40 years, and then a month later is on Match, because he "needs a woman" Wow. Some of these victims are much worse people, than the supposed scammers.

[@sandcrushlove]

Right? I hate it when they show up at night. Puts me on edge and is very dangerous! Plus, who in their right mind will wanna open the door in such a scary situation? I don't even open my door at home if someone knocks due to anxiety!

[@fruitloop831]

100% even during daylight if you aren't invited or expected don't knock on my door and when I tell you to leave that better be what you do

[@macD723]

Thankfully, they were in Liberal states, which means they don't have any guns. Only criminals in those states have guns. Lol.

[@sailorVenus225]

Like when they cornered a woman after her work shift and Art started cussing her out lol

[@lotstodo]

Especially in Sacramento. Some parts are sketchy.

[@michaell7927]

That neighbor was just staying out of somebody’s business. That’s all, it’s very bold to claim that he’s covering for people and that he is somehow part of it.

[@whatohokay]

Yeah it's ridiculous to even jump to that conclusion

[@luckylouden1008]

Yeah idk why they chose to include that in the final edit when it's later made clear that the tenants clearly know nothing of the situation

[@pixelduster2000]

@@luckylouden1008 To be fair, they were telling the story and they did say it like "at the time, we thought". Yeah, a more clear pointing out of that mistake would have been in order.

[@susanlett9632]

I wouldn't give out ANY information! The ONLY people in here that seemed fishy was the catfish people! Can you imagine if your neighbor gave out personal information about you to a bunch of strangers?? If I was nice enough to answer ANY questions (which the man did) and they have the nerve to come back they'd have gotten cussed TF out at the very least or I'd have called the police on them for harassing me! The entitlement of the catfish people in this episode is astonishing! Then to accuse him of being deceptive?? WTF?? 😡 The catfish people were deceptive. An investigative journalist my ass! Catfish people are a money making company! I'm disgusted with them in this episode! More than I am the scammers! Most comments agree with me! This channel owes the neighbor an apology and should publicly admit to us they were rude, Intrusive and just plain acting like entitled bi**hes in this episode. Of course they won't. I'll give em a day or two to admit it or I'll unsubscribe and never watch again. Shame on them all.

[@pixelduster2000]

@@Brimbino It's not the way Catfished used to do it, though. A coop was fun, but this shouldn't be a long term thing. I prefer the finesse and intelligent approach of the Catfished team. I don't have a been with TM either, but the Russian guy is just... so cringe.

[@badabingmike]

Eugene WAYYYYY to comfortable answering the door and sitting with just a robe on in his living room. 😳😆

[@soulburst]

its because he get home health care hahahaha

[@carolinecourtney7471]

Show some respect, you can at least put on some pants for 'Catfished'!!

[@Iseeciicii]

Total family guy character.

[@Blood_bought1]

🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢

[@gueyhoo9261]

Looks like Eugene was better able to absorb his loss than Douglas. Y'all just manipulated Douglas to do your bidding.

[@obitheronin]

Massive respect to Douglas, imagine having the money in ur hand to regain what was stolen but still having the balls and decency to give it back to its rightful owner.

[@CatfishedOnline]

Agreed! We were glad that he was willing to join me on the trip to Boston to deliver the check back ~ Breanne

[@shhhhh529]

Douglas is better than me. Idda got that $$ and blocked them. Douglas was a victim too. Social Catfish should’ve at least gave them $5,000 of his own $$. They’re making more off the viewership and interaction. Especially off the two channels.

[@minoozolala]

@@shhhhh529 Yeah, I was really disappointed that Social Catfish left Douglas with nothing. They make lots on this channel and could easily have give him back his $15,000.

[@LuigiMordelAlaume]

I bet his family was pissed they lost more inheritance. All I could see in their eyes were dollar signs.

[@SamS-bx7ed]

@@shhhhh529 True, but I'm sure they have to spend so much money in plane tickets, gas, hotels etc. Not to mention having so many people employed with them as a full time job. Camera people, editors, etc. That can't come cheap, especially in LA. Plus if they just start giving their money to one person that was scammed, that may set a precedent for others to also expect something. I do think a GoFundMe for some of these guys would be great though.

[@elisee9935]

This comment section is so fun to read through. All these different opinions on their approach and super genuine feedback. I hope Catfished listens to some off it and addresses it in the next video. Great work guys!

[@cbeautifulworld11]

Rather than listen to viewer feedback they posted that they are doubling down and will be making more and more of these videos. 🙁

[@elisee9935]

@@cbeautifulworld11 I guess it can't be helped. David will learn soon enough, stubbornness isn't always appreciated on the internet.

[@hardwired8084]

The neighbour did NOT change his story, he said that he had not seen Evan and he continued to say that after they said what they want him for, which wasn't his business at all. And he is totally correct in choosing not to get involved. You guys need better methods for getting to the bottom of scams.

[@da__lang]

Exactly right. Spilling your guts to any stranger who comes knocking on your door claiming to be an independent journalist is almost as foolish as spilling your guts to an online scammer.

[@margaretolivas4708]

If you cannot offer solutions it’s best not to criticize.

[@martinrowland2593]

The only way to get results is knocking on doors and asking questions. Being able to to stay anonymous behind a keyboard is the reason all this crime happens

[@juanitamoser5546]

I don't think that they should film when knocking on doors. If Evan is a willing participant there goes people getting kicked out of their home. Not cool.

[@roanmangan7417]

They need to realize that they aren’t criminal investigators, they’re good at what they do but they’re getting huge heads now and it’s not a good look

[@whocares7093]

I really appreciate the work that you do, but I have to agree with some comments that the beginning is quite confusing. Maybe some graphics to explain who is related to who and where the money was taken from would have been helpful. And I don't like the approach of going around the neighborhood, and asking people about evan, telling him he is "in trouble". The neighbors look very uncomfortable and two men, dressed in black, knocking at my door like that would be immensly intimidating. If I was the older lady in the video I would be terrified about the possibility of you being burglars trying to check out the property. I really don't mean that in a rude way, you just need to remember how you come across to someone who doesn't know your show. Anyway, keep spreading awareness and helping people! :)

[@MissAmanda616]

They are not just going to random houses throughout the neighborhood, the guy Evan they are looking for actually owns all those properties, his name is legally attached to the locations they visited, (except for the neighbors who were having that open house).

[@loganz]

I'd be a little concerned if someone knocked and said my landlord is in trouble.

[@PotatozPaige]

Sorry, but 9pm knocking at someone's door is a big nope for me .

[@triple_gem_shining]

Wow so spooky. No one cares hobbit girl

[@user-lx9jm1wo3h]

@@triple_gem_shining If no one cares, why does her comment already have 64 likes?

[@TheChlozie]

And yet it is your comment that's sitting here with no likes or attention... you sure it was her opinion nobody cared about and not yours? 😂​@@triple_gem_shining

[@Reshme77]

shut your mouth comic book boy.​@@triple_gem_shining

[@susanlett9632]

I wouldn't have even answered my door! And if I already said I knew nothing and someone returned I'd call the police!

[@bhambhole]

Did anyone else experience muted audio several times when he was narrating?

[@jeank5410]

Yes I did

[@jennterry6977]

Same

[@JustMe-TNVR]

Shady

[@robsky148]

Yep

[@Christie_G]

💯 who edited and ok this like that smh

[@gabesmom5615]

You guys need to be more careful. I Like Trilogy but they get carried away sometimes in eagerness to do good. It gets dicey sometimes.

[@-xxMelissaxx-]

TM whole approach is unprofessional and legally dicey. SC needs to stick to their own style.

[@annelizebuitendach7523]

Social Catfish and Trilogy are doing incredible work. I so wish that all these vulnerable ladies and gents can become social media wise to ensure they are not engaging with these scrupulous scammers.

[@ThomasLucien]

So true and the fact that the scammers are only getting more sophisticated by practicing on the victims is scary

[@nancyhopkins389]

People who can't spend 5 minutes alone really need to seek counseling, NOT dates. The pants less guy was ridiculous. His wife of 40 odd years dies and he's already trying to find her replacement after a month?!

[@skilldeadly8888]

It's hard to go from 40 years of having someone there to being totally alone. I struggled for months after my ex moved out. Immediately on dating apps just to have someone to talk to. The apartment felt so empty without her. I can't imagine 40 years.

[@jeank5410]

Yeah, that seems pretty quick and to some people he looks like he’s ripe to be scammed, like he was.

[@repentjesusiscomingsoon1529]

@nancyhopkins389 Exactly! You'd think they will be in deep mourning!

[@Blood_bought1]

Wow she got the full package when he answered the door 🤢

[@minoozolala]

@@repentjesusiscomingsoon1529They are in deep mourning and that's exactly why they do stupid stuff.

[@kdeloris2225]

I guess inflation is not affecting these people. They're giving away hundreds of thousands of dollars to scammers.💀

[@youbetyourwrasse]

Inflation helps. The $100K is really only $83K, so it's cheaper! Being conned was never more affordable! :D

[@blueshark4926]

inflation affects all money thats how currency works

[@glorysmummy]

@@blueshark4926 that was a joke.

[@hoosierbaddy3052]

@@glorysmummy sharks lack humor

[@blueshark4926]

@@glorysmummy maybe you and op aren't so funny bud.

[@halfillh]

Now this is just one single persons opinion, but I like the episodes that involved one catfished person and a couple of catfish staff. Just gets convoluted when you have so much going on.

[@IronPsyde]

I disagree completely

[@kneel1]

I disagree, I prefer this. Its awesome. I think the other stuff is lowest common denominator and just easier for average person to digest. For techy folks or white hat hackers this is a step up from what I find to be boring typical "whitewashed" youtube content

[@halfillh]

@@IronPsyde ok

[@shethingsd]

I like the mix of different types

[@HoneyQuint]

​@@shethingsdfecking awesome. U r right

[@WhoopsADaisy]

These guys should consider adding a retired detective. Their approach is too aggressive.

[@Phil-tn5ny]

Yes... And it always has been. They're aggressive and seem focused on outputting their own emotions for their own pride and/or showmanship. It's ridiculous. I'm not a fan. It's just totally the worst approach for every video I see them in, and I haven't watched it yet. I'm not sure what it is, ego? a need to feel that they are 'owning' somebody for the internet? They should be fired from their own channel. And from Scamfish forever.

[@Chromium457]

Sure... nothing will deescalate this more than an American police officer!

[@persephoneszeliga]

@@Chromium457truly! What a joke. Cops are like temper tantrum toddlers.

[@nunya9068]

You should've sent the women ...I'm not opening the door for Ivan the Large

[@repentjesusiscomingsoon1529]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lotstodo]

I only now realized how gigantic he is. Like Sam Winchester.

Sends money to people he hasn't met AND answers doors without pants.... signs of a person who makes good choices!

[@clareshaughnessy2745]

Lol ‘mr Simpson, are you wearing a grocery bag?’ ‘I have misplaced my pants’

[@aye70aye]

I fully appreciate ALL the people involved in this collab - its took over 8mths of your lives and I understand this is just a tiny part of all your hard work. There was so much going on behind the scenes - you are all so hard working and ignore the haters - many appreciate your collabs. Love and respect from the U.K.🧡

[@subterraneanhomesickalien666]

"She's actually a life coach," so she is a scammer!

[@Blood_bought1]

😂😂🤭

[@JennyWenny14]

Lmao

[@Samlol23_drrich]

Very good.

[@PrinceKima_12]

Totally

[@coldaqua3143]

Looks like a lot of people seriously dislike the trilogy Collab. Something to think about.

[@DregGayton777]

I'm one of them. Show doesn't even help anyone they do it for clicks.

[@sarajj777]

​@@DregGayton777 What are you guys talking about? TM has helped recover these money plus they've been tracking down money mules... How is this just for clicks

[@magita1991]

I think what it is for me is they have different vibes.

[@tiffclarke1157]

rom start to finish. I didn't notice from other uploads how down to earth and likeable you are. I wouldn't change a thing in terms of how you went about it all- if you did it to their dictation then they still would have a different. . I was smiling throughout your efforts- and the rest of the team who made this happen! I look forward to more of these. Thank you. Love. from England.

[@LisSimmons]

You chose the absolute completely worst victim to return money back to. Oh and left the other guy with nothing.

[@zenjen1295]

Exactly, with the amount of money they make with this KZbin video they could have at least paid to get this guys car fixed and registered and left him with a grand.

[@annabelle9063]

Do trilogy media actually do any good? I’ve seen a handful of videos and all they did was threaten people with police and fbi but never actually show any real consequences. Seems mainly for entertainment whereas you guys actually help people. Plus they just blow up at people , swearing and ranting , talking over each other but as far as I’ve seen, they don’t really achieve much. Correct me if I’m wrong, I only recently found their channel and yes it’s entertaining but I like when real people are actually helped 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@misspinka4292]

They seem to only escalate situations. It’s never productive

[@lolabelle4959]

You don't have a clue what ur talking about. Educate urself before u embarrass urself anymore. Get back to ur glass house!

[@audraross3012]

In their defense, if they are doing what they say and cooperating with law enforcement that process takes a very long time and a lot of persistence. So it's not the type of thing that they could show immediately here was the result.

[@QueenPcontrolstheuniverse]

@@audraross3012they ve been around for years, do they ever post updates?

[@ALLWILLBEOVERR]

I used to watch them back when they were pretty chill but rn it just feels too aggressive? Like they really want those views or they are Gods or sum coz of the aggressive way they deal with things? Like ofc these scammers should be scared and everything but like it's a bit too much? I stopped watching their channel now. I usually stop watching someone when i feel bad vibes or negative energy or some sht lol. Maybe they're good people but the way they handle things isn't sitting right with me.

[@laurastuart3814]

A month after his wife died, he had to find a woman. Wow.

[@BMissCherry]

Right ? He didn’t even mourn the loss of his wife, he just wanted a company of another woman asap 😂

[@laurastuart3814]

@@BMissCherry I was shocked when he said that, the bed was hardly cold from his wife.

[@islandgal500]

Like a lot of old farts, they also want the maid service, cook, nurse, etc.

[@laurastuart3814]

​@islandgal500 He had probably run out of clean socks, or clean coffee cups.

[@islandgal500]

@@laurastuart3814 You'd think so after one month of fending for himself. Seems he ran out of pants, anyway.

[@EndTimesArmory]

The massive effort put in to ACTUALLY HELP PEOPLE does not go unnoticed ❤

[@helenelittmann8875]

I watched Trilogy Media and other scam baiting channels before I found Social Catfishing and I do enjoy the chaotic energy of the scam baiting crew. But yeah, I wouldn't tell anyone much if they came to my door! Too many scammers out there!!!

[@profaneangel0842]

Nobody pads out videos like these guys: 90% of a Trilogy Media video consists of our "heroes" sitting in cars; knocking fruitlessly on doors; asking each other what they should do next; talking directly to camera about how frustrated they are. The 'meat and potatoes' usually lasts no more than a minute or two 😴😴😴😴😴

[@mariusvanc]

The local neighborhood mafia cosplay is on point.

[@CJC-eq2pt]

Yeah, I was wondering why some of the driving around and knocking on doors didn’t get edited out since it didn’t add to the overall story

[@MapsAndCaps]

Yeah theyre a media company first and foremost. I mow my lawn listening to these overly long but entertaining stories some times.

[@livymoreno]

Nooooo!!!! What happened two weeks later? Please tell me Douglas was shown more gratitude than the couple of handshakes he received??

[@sledge6693]

The guy from Trilogy Media looks like a hitman & with his demeanor & approach to situations he would IMMEDIATELY get me off-side even if I did have some useful info. He acts like a bouncer with no authority & wants to throw his weight around. He may be nice after knowing him, but first impression in these situations are crucial & I think he may actually put the investigation 2 steps back where it could be with his aggressiveness in the street pursuits/info gathering.

[@Phil-tn5ny]

Yup 100% they have been extremely blind to social signals and seem selfishly motivated by anger quite frankly. It's impossible to watch through. They're just stomping in and destroying all possibilities for whatever pride or power they want from this.

[@looking4things669]

Thanks for going the extra mile for these victims; it's nice to hear you're truly helping people.

[@Lissersmom1]

I never answer my door unless it’s someone I know or expecting. My Ring announces that you are being recorded and Leave any package on the porch.

[@steffymuze]

Exactly. I'd have talked right through my doorbell cam, if that much, if these guys came pounding on my door these days.

[@julicooper6501]

The scammers do huge amounts of harm to the victims, emotionally and financially. They deserve everything they get. Your all incredibly brave to do what you do. Stay safe and keep up the great work.

[@sailorVenus225]

You should call this "cosplaying the mafia in a random neighbourhood"

[@helenelee2119]

This is a confusing mess. How about an intro so we know what's going on? Knocking on doors is NOT interesting -- where's the human interest? And Art swearing every few minutes is SO off-putting 😡

[@Vickie167]

He definitely needs to clean up his mouth.

[@innadinkins6198]

Same, I found this video really hard to get into. At least lead with the story because I couldn’t follow what they were doing knocking in random doors

[@tmcurly]

It’s part 2

[@tmcurly]

Maybe

[@tmcurly]

No the investigation of todays story took 8 months to complete. Remember they do multiple cases at once some take longer than others and they have to wait for stuff. Some of it is filmed some of is not. They gather a ton of footage but we only get to see the highlights. Hopes it makes sense. This video shows highlights made into a 1hr series. That’s how they film movies.

[@beakt]

Intriguing story, but it's really your worst video. Terribly edited, jumping around, hard to follow, especially since audio is missing. You should delete and repost.

[@onelove33333]

Yeah I found it confusing the way it was edited and the part one of this story was posted so long ago, they should have released them closer together

[@lisamillar1837]

The missing audio, the confusion and the unnecessary swearing and intimidation made this one of my least favourite episodes.

[@JRspeaking]

@@onelove33333 Ohhh....threre's a part 1. that explains things.

[@splittser]

Pretty easy to understand to me and I didn't even see part 1.

[@beakt]

@@splittser Congratulations! We're all proud of you.

[@AqrabChannel]

The Russian accent does not help with questioning the neighbors lol it was funny to watch tho.

[@abigail1023]

Considering that no one in these videos is ever able to recognize Nigerian accents, he could say he's British and he'd be believed.

[@cbgbstew4072]

@@abigail1023lol fair point!

[@_Morri_]

@@abigail1023 🤣🤣🤣

[@HoneyQuint]

Shut up bi. They say Nigerian accent is european

[@littlemisssunshine890]

I saw the first video that “kicked off” this investigation. You all did an excellent job! I wish there was a way to help Douglas out. Stealing from the elderly is so low!

[@mediii8057]

I will never understand how some people can be happily married for 40+ years and as soon as their partner passes away they automatically hop on the dating train like their partner never existed. It’s mind blowing. I don’t think I would ever be able to move on without my partner if I was happily married for half a century. Even ten years is a long time. It would take me at least half that time to be okay with talking to someone new. Let alone being in a full fledged relationship. Sending money to someone I don’t know would NEVER EVER EVERRRRRR happen. Even if they were dying. It’s not my concern and definitely not my job to take care of them and pay for their lifestyles. This is probably why they usually target older people. D

[@yvettejones6702]

Tell that guy that your audience feels uncomfortable with his curse words

[@Alovellyone]

I was thinking the same. It's unnecessary.

[@onelove33333]

Completely agree!

[@mandyxxxlove]

You guys are being prudish. There’s nothing wrong with him cursing if he wants to.

[@JRspeaking]

Well, aren't you sensitive.

[@alextoku]

i agree. i don’t have a problem with people cursing here and there but it’s such a stark difference from their normal content that almost always has 0 cursing. it’s actually difficult to watch when every minute you’re hearing something repulsive.

[@LivingSanFranciscoBayArea]

In this day and age with innocent victims being shot just for knocking on the wrong door, I would never go banging on doors with no armed security, armor, or strategy on where to stand looking for people breaking the law. This is very dangerous behavior. Yall braver than I. But you guys shud change the approach most definitely

[@barb-jm7990]

I hope that some people help out Douglas. He did the right thing and ended up with nothing and he is about to lose his car.

[@aliecarey]

I love how Art's GoPro looks like a gun strap/shoulder holster 😂😂 just adds to the giant Russian gangster look 😂

[@Jeanniebeanie2612]

😂 true. I have to admit though ... I wouldn't mind him knocking at my door😅❤

[@skibee421]

@@Jeanniebeanie2612 me either! can't see too much other than that fine bod he has...come a-knocking

[@SonjaElizabethTeal]

I'm not a huge fan of the trilogy videos however I'm also not the one doing the footwork to help people get their money back so my like or dislike doesn't matter. And let's be careful about labeling people as being part of the scam. Not every neighbor wants to get involved in these kind of situations concerning large amounts of money stolen.

[@-xxMelissaxx-]

TM's involvement is rubbing off on SC and not in a good way at all.

[@شايمهيل-د2ط]

I literally was drinking my coffee when the video came on and I’m all hyped and cheering for you guys, keep up the great work!!

[@TananBaboo]

You should have just cut out the part where Eugene answered the door. No need to embarrass him like that.

[@adhc8560]

He certainly didn't seem embarrassed to me. I think he wanted to show it off.

[@TananBaboo]

@@adhc8560 I doubt he knew he was being filmed at that point.

[@MaxMiniTV]

These guys are as subtle as a sledgehammer. I would hide from them, too.

[@Ltshark1980]

I am very confused. This seems to start in the middle with no explanation what is going on. This is really hard to watch.

[@notmyrealname7863]

There is a previous episode, you can find it.

[@notmyrealname7863]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaCZf2hvhaiIgcU

[@DocBree13]

I agree. I’m 4 minutes in and completely lost.

[@DocBree13]

@@notmyrealname7863I’m really surprised they don’t say that in the description, the beginning of the video, or link to the first one. I’m so lost right now, I’m not sure I’m willing to go digging around trying to find the first episode.

[@DocBree13]

@@notmyrealname7863thanks!

[@arfriedman4577]

I think this video format is better left to trilogy media. I like your personal touch with your clients and trying to speak with scammer in an approx 20 minutes. Its great when people can get some or all their money back from scammer.

[@nomeinthecottage4767]

Yes, and then maybe trilogy media will go away or reformat. I have no problem with the actual people on trilogy Pia but they’re approach is wrong. It does absolutely no good. It hinders law-enforcement, and it intimidates people, and it violates civil liberties and civil rights.

[@OverAnalyst]

What amazing effort, you guys! Esp considering how much work must happen off camera, for every bit of video. Thx for helping ppl.

[@lilybrady5635]

as someone whose had a relative been scammed, i love these videos

[@SummerofKittyLove]

I remember the Russian guy telling Jody to hire a gigolo instead 😂

[@adhc8560]

Good luck finding a gigolo who would take that on!😅😱

[@memeruss9896]

So, am I totally confused, but does Douglas not get a dime of his money back for helping you all? He looks like he needs his money back way more than the other men do. Just sayin'!

[@yvettejones6702]

Right! I kept wishing they had news on how to help him. Maybe he helped in hope that he'd get some of his money back

[@ovingtonful]

If I’d been scammed THEN someone gave me some money back … I’d be SOOOOO GRATEFUL! These People receive their money back with such a nonchalant demeanour… it seems so ungrateful. Smh

[@yvettejones6702]

Right

[@UmytaMichaela]

In my opinion, going into peoples houses (and filming their spaces from outside and inside) without prior notice is inappropriate. It would be better to ask them to meet up in some public space

[@-xxMelissaxx-]

Totally agree. It's 100% inappropriate to show the outside of these people's homes and businesses. Just blurring the address doesn't do a damn thing. It's super identifiable. And those people had absolutely nothing to do with this. It was pointless to include it.

[@Malibustacy1982]

Do you really think they just post it without getting the person they are filming's approval?! An approval with a legal binding signature attached. Are you new to the internet?? Come on, lets get real here. The one dude came to the door without pants, I don't think he cares, but again, I can guarantee without hesitation that approval was given before they posted any of these victims. If anything they should be sharing, is the Nigerian jerks full information. That way those of us that like to play with them for revenge can do so. But for real, you cannot be serious, editing doesn't show that part of it. It's quite possible and plausible they went to the door without cameras, told the man what was up and they filmed it with his permission. No pants and all.

[@UmytaMichaela]

@@Malibustacy1982 i just shared my opinion, no need to be rude…

[@HoneyQuint]

Nah u r plajn retrd and uneducate imbcl

[@Malibustacy1982]

@@UmytaMichaela sorry my opinion about your opinion was rude for you. 🤷‍♀

[@MissyMuzo]

I watch a lot of your videos, but these Trilogy Media guys come across as shady and unprofessional. No way would i answer the door to them if they rocked up unannounced. This is why people have video doorbells! Come on guys, get it together and be more professional.

[@noneyun9943]

God bless you guys! This was so awesome to see so many victims awaken to the scam!

[@RobertoLemay]

I’m sorry but the Russian guy looks super shady and I would NEVER open the door if I saw him knocking. He is also very annoying 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@ROCKYBLUEDOGS]

This episode failed to deliver a clear picture of whatever they were trying to convey.

[@saramonacelli4406]

You need to watch the one on trilogy media to get the whole story. It's two videos.

[@fivestar3910]

Love the Trilogy collabs! You guys have such great synergy in terms of skillsets working both ends of the scammers. It's clear you are learning a lot. Giving a victim money back is just nuts. Great job. Looking forward to more of these.

[@Alitica]

I am so happy with the edit, no loud music and no sound difference. Trilogie media is kinda unwatchable because of the crazy volume difference on their chanel. AGAIN thank u for your work and no loud music YAY!!!!

[@callme_msgraham]

I LOVE when David and Art are out in the field!!!! These are my absolute favorite episodes 😄. Their chemistry is amazing plus they bring a lighthearted energy to the situation.

[@justbreathe1709]

Amazing job, amazing team up!!! Love seeing you all together

[@dublev78]

Stop doing vids with Trilogy. Those guys are ridiculous accusing neighbors of being involved or hiding something. No one owes you anything and you are not law enforcement.

[@sunshineproductions4122]

Trilogy Media brings to much bravado with Art's cursing detracts from the mission of Social Catfish.

[@cbeautifulworld11]

Yeah, I always skip watching the ones with Trilogy. Regardless of viewer feedback the Catfished team just posted that they will be doing "more and more" of these videos. There must be a better way to help people recover their money. I know there is because I've watched others, like Scambaiter (I think that's the name of the channel, there are a few) who are effective without the unnecessary drama.

[@melanieg760]

He answered the door nekkid???? I wouldnt sit on the furniture lol

[@CatfishedOnline]

🤣🤣

[@m1ssjuju]

That was great and the live stream went so fast!! I guess as they say, time flies when you're having fun! Time to rewatch it again :) Thank u guys for helping retrieve these ppls money. Y'all put so much effort into this, I can't imagine the costs involved for travelling, producing the vids etc and it shows that yall ain't doing it for likes and "clout" IMO. Much love!

[@lollcat7593]

Thank you guys,you’re an amazing team!! Much ❤️and support to you all ❤️😻

[@CatfishedOnline]

You're the best!

[@rr9071]

I love how the scammers try to blackmail ppl by calling them scammers lol

[@-xxMelissaxx-]

Trilogy is rubbing off on you guys and not in a good way. You jumped to conclusions, made crazy assumptions, just plain making crap up, you're inappropriately showing the outside of people's homes and businesses (super identifiable), confronting people. What the hell are you guys doing? Listen to your viewers - we don't like this approach. I don't watch TM because of their unprofessional and legally dicey conduct. Stop trying to be them. Please.

[@BlackWidowRaiderette]

Agree!!

[@claudeyaz]

Yeh getting oof

[@lah-tee5412]

Exactly what we all knew was going to happen. I love this channel because it’s NOT TM hence why I’m subbed to this channel and not theirs. 😬

[@marciarundstrom6522]

If I missed it, I’m totally sorry but what about Douglas? No one can help him get where he needs to be? He was a good guy that gave back money that he could’ve kept so I’m not sure why no one tried to help him.

[@ScaredofGeese]

Right? It feels really weird. You’ve been scammed. Let’s take this money out of your hands bc it’s another scammed guys money. They’re sitting there saying he’s so great for giving the cash back (well, yes). But she’s still sitting there hanging on by the skin of his teeth? He’s up struggle street.

[@TheFearsomeCrabcat]

I was thinking that also and I wonder if maybe they plan on making another part featuring him like this is a part 2

[@Nicolef888]

Love these collab episodes! Thank you for doing this!

[@CatfishedOnline]

Thank you for watching! ~ Breanne

[@rsh793]

Me too - especially when it results in people getting their money back and also stopping people being used as mules.

[@worriedmomof2311]

Same! I love the longer videos as well. You can appreciate seeing all the work that was put into helping these people and finding the scammers. Great job, catfished and trilogy media. I hope to see another video update on all these people who were scammed. I also hope you guys can somehow help Douglas get some of his money back. If anybody deserves it, he does

[@Blood_bought1]

Same here 😂

[@vilmalaurel8833]

I couldnt do more than 10 minutes of this mess. Knocking on doors, listening to a tall man spew profanity as if equates with I.Q...and I am out. Looks like Catfish has lost its way.

[@SamaraNightshade04]

I figured out how to make a romance scammer cry. Tell them that you had been wealthy but gave everything to a homeless person. I was talking to a scammer who of course was in love with me from day one. Well, he asked me for money within days of meeting. I told this guy that I had no money because after my husband passed away that I was tired of wealth so I met a homeless man outside McDonald's who was an Iraq war veteran and I just signed my ranch and other property over to him and I cleaned my bank accounts out except for what I needed to live on until I could find work and I just live on what I earn working at Walmart. He was completely flabbergasted and kept asking me why? Why? I could have given it to him. He was literally crying. He stopped talking to me after that. It was all a big fat lie. I am not nor have I ever been wealthy but it was fun causing a scammer to cry like a little girl with a skinned knee. I've caused a few of them to cry and every time one of them contacts me I will continue to upset them. I love what y'all do. I just subscribed and will binge watch all your videos. Thanks ☺️

[@w230ecv4]

pls make vid, this would be gold 2 watch 😂

[@k0lpA]

@@w230ecv4should look up kitboga and other scam baiters

[@HoneyQuint]

Bs. U r scammer

[@Jonhistorymodel]

Just be careful mate! It’s fun to lead them on but they can get vindictive and target you with constant calls ect.

[@ma53jg]

Very interesting. A scammer recently made contact w/ me on Wheel of Fortune. I plan to play along & when he asks for money, he will be quite disappointed. His name is "Townsend" ; he claims to be a Lt. General in Syria. The nerve of this lying POS. The "real" Lt General Stephen J Townsend is retired & married. His identity has been used so often in scams, a warning was issued about it years ago. Good luck!

[@Motorsportqueen]

Was great to see this web come together and know that this scammer has been caught out by you all Thanks Art n Ashton for the colab. I love the work both teas do

[@parrotperson1973]

If people I don't know come around asking for information on my landlord's whereabouts--or anyone's, for that matter--I would not even dream of giving them any info at all. I'm amazed that people think this is ok. Don't blab people's personal business unless you thoroughly inderstand the situation and all parties involved. Otherwise, you could be responsible for someone being assaulted or even killed by their stalker, former partner, person they owe money to, etc. If someone has a legitimate need to get in contact with someone else, they can call or text that person and wait for a response. If it's a legit emergency, they can call the police. If someone told a rando where I was, where I could typically be found, etc. they would no longer be my tenant/friend/SO.

[@repentjesusiscomingsoon1529]

Very good points, yes, I agree, this is common sense!!!

[@susanlett9632]

💯 absolutely agree with you! I was disgusted with this episode.

[@steffymuze]

TY, yes, agreed. Plus, I'm not a spy for my neighbors & hope the same of them. This start bothered me, you just described why.

[@DeborahLong7777]

Breanne. 😂😂 that was so funny when he answered the door bottom half naked 😅. I wouldn't have noticed either, I look at the eye's, assuming they have clothes on 😂😂😅😅.

[@Blood_bought1]

🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢

[@DeborahLong7777]

😆

[@MoMacLac]

I don't like all the use of the f word.

[@maureenwareham8822]

Thank You My sweet great heroes!!!! I love you all and Appreciate all that you do. Thank you so so much for your service.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Laze-Mz]

Not really feeling these over the top type videos

[@ilenhalogram]

Keep up the good work. Seems like LE isnt really going after these scammers - I’m great full that y’al are doing something about it- at least to expose the issue. Big respect!

[@lisamcilvain4992]

This whole episode could’ve been five minutes. When they went to Evans business they should have left a message saying we know you took $36,000 either call us or will call the police.

[@jeffro221]

I think it could have been done in 5 seconds.

[@ZoeWitzig]

I was so excited when I saw that this was a collab video! And you were able to return some of the money!! Such a cool video!

[@jelleesi]

Been waiting for this update...

[@carolspaulding7451]

I just can’t understand how many people fall for these scams. I’m 68 and a widow, I’ve been on several dating sites and can honestly say that in the past 3 years I have connected with 3 men who were for real. I’ve lost count of the scammers that I have been matched with.

[@Parrotgirl-tattoo]

I dont understand all the hate toward Trilogy & these type videos. If you dont like it, dont watch. Why leave snarky comments? Internet people are so weird. 🙄

[@therealmikebrown]

Why not leave snarky comments? Who cares? People have to right to not like something, and give their opinion. Why leave any comments at all? Your comment was more pointless than any hate comment.

[@jennterry6977]

I still enjoy the videos but I think constructive criticism is valid because it lets creators know what the viewers like and dislike.

[@thisperson5294]

Americans are so prudish about swearing. I am surprised they aren't calling him "potty mouthed." 🤣

[@Parrotgirl-tattoo]

@therealmikebrown you certainly have the right to your pointless opinions as well love. 😉

[@rnmaclovr]

@@Parrotgirl-tattooagreed

[@MsLucyJayne]

Tuning out - tired of the F bombs

[@oh2sail]

It’s a whole different story when the scammer’s photos and the scammed actually look like the could be an actual couple. Usually the scammed is being ridiculously delusional.

[@vivienwilliams1538]

What a wonderful job you blokes are doing! More power to you. So admire your perseverence and dedication.

[@renz3942]

This reminds me of the video that led me to unfollow Trilogy Media. I don't like the way they approach people. I know you guys worked hard on this and I generally like your content....this video is just not my preference, but might be for others

[@islandgal500]

I unsubscribed to TMedia too. One of their episodes was unique. I'm still traumatized because Ashton exposed his naked butt close up to the screen at a scammer (and us). I've seen my share of male butts, but not one on a screen. I imagine it has been taken down by now though. That was funny but TMI.

[@totallyjackedup6047]

"You need to let me put something else on" that should have been what he started with. MY EYES 🤮

[@giullianasilva4068]

I have to agree with most of the comments. I love you guys but the Trilogy videos are getting boring and more stretched out with each new post. This video in particular is boring, messy, and even annoying. The only video I enjoyed with those two dudes was the Jodi case... Plus, I know you guys collab with good intentions but this doesn't seem safe for you at all, stop knocking on peoples doors during the night! This approach is too aggressive and it leads to nowhere, it is very uncomfortable to watch.

[@rr9071]

U guys really go out of ur way to help ppl and are amazing at what u do and u really are making a difference and screwing over the trash who do these things to kind hearted ppl who truly thought they were in a relationship and thought they were trying fo help their gf get home and keep her business going and didnt actually know they were being scammed. U guys are all awesome and keep up the great work!!

[@Mousy677]

agreeing with the comments saying that, from an outside perspective, trilogy media do not come across particularly well. to me, art just comes across as being like my old boss, who is russian and who very much has that sort of sense of humour and way of talking even when he's perfectly happy. but art is also far more jarring than my boss, who is a relatively short opera singer who did nothing more worrying than always have what appeared to be hundreds of tabs open when he shared his screen in a meeting.

[@ryansack5198]

What I don’t get is.. If you know Evan is going to be there the next day.. why not just stay one more day.. ? It doesn’t make sense