Romance Scams
Synopsis
More than $300 million was lost to romance scams in the United States during 2020, as scammers exploited loneliness during the pandemic.
Synopsis
Susan, a 68-year-old widow from Florida, seeks love online after her husband's death. She connects with a man named Damian, who claims to be an orthopedic surgeon stationed in Yemen. Within weeks, Susan is drawn into a romance scam, ultimately losing $2.8 million. The film details the rise of romance scams during the pandemic, which cost Americans over $300 million in 2020. It also presents perspectives from victims and the realities faced by scammers in countries like Ghana, where poverty drives their actions.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Find out how Susan lost $2.8 million to a romance scam.
- Meet scammers operating from Ghana and their motivations.
- See the emotional impact on victims of romance scams.
Did You Know
- Romance scams cost American bank accounts over $300 million in 2020.
- One victim, Susan, gave $2.8 million to a scammer.
- Scammers often operate from countries like Ghana, where poverty is prevalent.
- Susan met her scammer on Facebook dating just half an hour after signing up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money was lost to romance scams in 2020?
More than $300 million was wiped out from American bank accounts due to romance scams in 2020.
How much money did one victim give to a scammer?
One victim sold jewelry and investments, giving a total of $2.8 million to a romance scammer.
What profession did the scammer claim to have?
The scammer claimed to be an orthopedic surgeon on a peacekeeping mission in Yemen.
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