In a world intertwined with technology, where connections are often formed through the virtual realm, a heart-wrenching story has emerged that serves as a stark reminder of the risks that come with online relationships.
A woman, who had dreams of love and companionship, found herself ensnared in the web of a love scam that would cost her dearly – both emotionally and financially.
Blinded by love, she had transferred $400,000 via multiple transactions to a man that she met on a dating app for “investment opportunities” and promising her good returns for her money.
The man then became uncontactable after that receiving the money, and the woman realised that she had been scammed.
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According to a press release from the Singapore Police Force, the woman first met the man on a dating app, where they soon developed a “relationship” with each other.
However, the path of this relationship took a sudden and treacherous turn. The man, a seemingly charming 29-year-old, introduced the woman to what appeared to be a golden investment opportunity.
He painted a vivid picture of substantial returns, enticing her with promises of good returns. Blinded by love and the allure of wealth, the woman agreed and transferred $400,000 to him.
As trust flourished, the man capitalized on the vulnerability of the woman’s heart. Under the guise of investments, he requested funds from the woman, who make multiple transactions to him amounting to about $400,000, before the man became uncontactable.
On August 15, she lodged a police report against him after realising that she had been scammed. Officers from the Central Police Division began investigating and established his identity, before arrested him yesterday (17 August).
At the time of writing, police investigations into the incident are currently underway, and if found guilty of cheating, the man faces a jail term of up to 10 years and a fine.