Facebook flirt says he needs £20,000 to leave Kazakhstan and be with me
DEAR DEIDRE: THROUGH Facebook I am in touch with a lovely Canadian man, who is currently working in Kazakhstan.
My husband died a couple of years ago and I am still only 37, so it seemed a good idea to find new contacts online. This guy is very interesting and knowledgeable and I look forward to him contacting me.
He now says he wants to be with me but it is impossible unless he can find £20,000 to tie up loose ends, get out of his contract and come to the UK. I would like to help him out, but am I being naïve?
DEIDRE SAYS: I’m afraid you are. This is a well-known romance scam. Find more on Action Fraud’s website.
If you have sent money to this potential fraudster, you report it to Action Fraud immediately (0300 123 2040, ).
You could also contact WAY for bereavement support and other help.
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