One of our most frequent calls these days is about fraud and scams," said Shaler Police Chief San Frank. ... "The romance scams, or the grandparent scams, they're prevalent in every area," he said.

Learn what romance scams are and how to avoid them. Protect your money, time, and emotions with these tips on identifying and preventing romance scams.

Frank promised that when things were better he would fly to her and they would be together. Ellen continued to send money to Frank and by March 2024, she had not experienced a face-to-face meeting ...

As romance scams are on the rise, a bipartisan group of lawmakers is introducing new legislation aimed at holding accountable those who seek to defraud retirees and steal their hard-earned savings ...

Almost 70,000 people fell victim to romance scams in 2022, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Experts told Fox News Digital how those dating online can protect themselves.

By the end of their correspondence, "Frank" had drained Laura of her life savings, and the scammers began instructing Kowal how to set up fake companies and bank accounts to move money.

Frank Morano admitted he was duped into helping a romance scam artist get out of prison. 77 WABC Radio/Youtube. Morano, who is running in an April 29 special election for a vacant council seat on ...

Experts are warning consumers to watch out for romance scams, especially around Valentine’s Day. “What I’ve seen is a sophistication that’s been evolving,” said Frank Teruel, the chief ...

The FBI says were 170 victims of romance scams in New Mexico in 2021, losing a total of $1.5 million. To report a scam, you can call the New Mexico Securities Division at 505-476-4580. Share ...

First time caller, long time fraud. A local radio host running for City Council admitted he was duped into helping a romance scam artist get out of prison only for the ex-con to show he was ...