It’s a sad thing that we live in a world where those that are, in my opinion, vulnerable are preyed on by those scum bags and from what I can’t see absolutely nothing is done to stop them.
Am a bit surprised anyone would think a wealthy superstar would need their money. Plus if he had been in hospital it would have been in the press. Feel sorry for the lady though.
Happened to my friend a few years back after she lost her husband and went on a dating site because she was lonely . A long story but it was supposedly a handsome guy in his 50's from Turkey who had this elaborate romance scam and relentlessly love bombed her, She was in her 70's and the two as a couple seemed highly unlikely. She was besotted and they were constantly in touch so much so that she was totally absorbed in him to the detriment of the rest of her life, friends family and parted with all her savings..She lied to me and to her family and the Police when her son desperately tried to stop the scam. We were desperate to help her but she would never listen and in fact cut me off. My friend never met the guy because something would always happen to prevent it and his constant requests for money had her in a high anxiety state. Eventually and after so much heartache and pleas from family... she had to admit that he wasn't real, It nearly destroyed her life so ...everyone take a lesson from this because it may sound hilarious but not if it's happened to you.
So many scams out there. I had a neighbor years ago that was sending some man in India her child support money because she thought they were in some sort of relationship, she wouldn't listen to reason. I get scammer calls , sometimes I answer and say, "hang on a second", then I set the phone down and walk away. Hey, if they want to waste my time then I get to keep em' hangin. lol. I enjoy your walk and talks and the scenery!
Hiya John, you're video is very enlightening. Anne was very gullible, we all need to be on the alert for these scams. You really need to look at your emails, text messages more than once if you think its a scam. As you suggested, ask someone else to check it out. Great video, keep it up. Cheers, Carolyn from Western Australia
Wow. They hit the jackpot when the contacted Anne. Vunerable, probably lonely and rich. And the idea that Brad Pitt would need money from strangers is just the cherry on top of this scammy cake.
@@JohnTalksUK Yes. Older folks fall for this more often I think because they are trusting in human nature. My partner's father got a call from someone saying they were from his credit card company, suspicious activity, etc. He gave them his account info and his social security number. Luckily his adult son lived with him and found this out quickly and put a hold on all his accounts. BTW. A good thing to do for most people is to put a freeze on your credit score so if your info is stolen the scammers can't open any new credit card or take out a loan...
That does seem a bit far fetched, Brad Pitt! Joking aside, these scammers are getting clever and even pretty savvy people are nearly being caught out so please be careful, and yes, I dread my dad falling prey, forever telling him not to answer the phone
imagine what it will be like in 12 months time - the tech is moving so fast - look after your dad and make sure he hears your message on the importance
I saw something similar on GB News..I think she got conned out of 15k. But I cannot mock these people, it is shameful SHAMEFUL that they are so lonely that they had NO-ONE to turn to, to ask, to discuss...no friends to confide in. I say SHAME on those mocking...shame on you. Ive been in a situation a good number of years ago before the internet and NOT one "friend" helped me so I have all the sympathy they want.
there are so many online scams these days its impossible to keep up - but we have to be vigilant and alert those around us when possible. AI will only add to this with deepfakes, the tech is terrifying from this aspect
I would love to think I would not be scammed, but as you say the scamming is becoming more and more detailed and believable. I think it is sad that this woman let it be known she was scammed and has, from I can see throughout the press, only received derision and laughter. Certainly it is questionable that someone would believe that someone famous is reaching out, but it isn't always quite such an us and them scenario. I know people who have been scammed, sadly some parted with a lot of money. All good people. All I would never have guessed would fall for a scam. It has certainly mad me much more cautious. (And, given Anne's situation, I certainly would not let the world know if it happened to me.) It's just sad.
in 12 months time the AI will be at an insane level - we need to get our brains processing to be fully aware of what's going on, but never send this kind of money
Lol....my son got one too. The calling said " Mum, I'm shopping in Woolworth s , blah blah blah. He cracked laughing 'cos he knows I hate that shop, won't set foot in the place. We both cracked up 😂
Some people are so gullible lol. Just love watching and listening to you. I’m Scottish too and listening to you is just like listening to a friend chatting away. I have a snuggly hoody like that too and love it but the arms are about 5 foot long on it 🤣
I think most of us would think the same - certainly before send £1 never mind hundreds of thousands - the planet really is filled with all sorts of people
You did make me chuckle at the end of this video 😂 Thanks, I do worry about the older generation falling for all the scams out there but now with AI technology they will become more sophisticated and harder to detect! As a 64 yr old myself (forgot my age there for a moment! 😂 ) I guess I fall into that senior category, I’ll need to be super vigilant 😉
What a poor deluded woman, it's funny but not funny if that makes any sense from the money point of view. I'm not a fan of computers,I'm 10 years older than you so id like to think I'm quite wary of scams but when they prey on the older generations who are unsure and you hear about them losing life savings to these con merchants it makes my blood boil. I was going to say I love your hoodie! It looks toasty warm! I've got to a stage in my life where I don't give a stuff what people think I look like in my clothes as long as I'm comfortable and warm, she says sitting writing this with huge fluffy indoor boots and an equally fluffy dressing gown on lol 😂 Take care John 👍
So John, I am careful and check the URL and email addresses, however I do know some of them are very good at looking real. Especially if you are expecting a delivery from say UPS and you get an email that says it is UPS. As you clearly state, always stop and check all the details before clicking on anything. I also spend time advising people on such scans. You are spot on we should help people. When it comes to videos well unless I know the source I am very wary. The question is how do I know this is John?? My recommendation is never forward anything that you do not know and trust the person sending it to you. Never copy and paste anything online as if you don’t know the author you will have no idea if they have embedded code in the message.
I read that article and laughed. Why would a multi millionaire need help with cash. Why would an A list celebrity need his mother to fix him up with some random woman online. These are the same types who believe an African prince wants to give them a million pounds, so long as they pay the six grand clearance bill up front. This woman was 53, my age. She deserved everything she got 😂
Well I’m no defo no Brands mammy. Catfish goodness me what the hell Anne How bloody sad .. me i don’t even know what a feed is other than gone to Chippy 😂. Ps 🏴 over 60 here your doing great John 👍
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There has been another dark chapter here in France to Anne's story. The tv channel TF1 has had to take down the programme about her because Anne who struggles with mental health issues has been so bullied, harassed and mocked (ahem*). It's too late now because it's all over the social/media. Her daughter did try to intervene for over a year to get her to "see reason" . Anne has tried to end her life three times. So here's a question for you. I appreciate your message about awareness of scams but are you adding fuel to the fire that is burning Anne?
thanks for the message and updating me on the status from France. I hope she find the help she needs - I read online also now that Brad has commented on the story, is there anything from you can share on this?
Do a few shorts but not in landscape and put them out! A taste of your next video your going to do! The subs are rising and TH-cam love the shorts! Edit from the video before you put it out and publish before that video! You doing well!
People who are gullible are their own worst enemies! Stop blaming something else for your faults! It’s like people blaming the Internet for all their problems! Oh it’s so addictive! You know where the on off switch is! The internet doesn’t force you to turn on your devices YOU do! If people are so gullible thinking they have some personal relationship with a celebrity then whatever happens after that is on YOU for being deluded!
Random question. What are you gonna do for filming when it starts raining? Is there a rainy ‘season’ in the Midlands? Have I just asked a stupid question? 😂
Ok,Anne , really,you were having a relationship with BRAD PITT. Really??? Unfortunately,if Donald Trump pops up in your social media asking for money,it’s probably real😢
It’s a sad thing that we live in a world where those that are, in my opinion, vulnerable are preyed on by those scum bags and from what I can’t see absolutely nothing is done to stop them.
completely agree
Am a bit surprised anyone would think a wealthy superstar would need their money. Plus if he had been in hospital it would have been in the press. Feel sorry for the lady though.
Don’t
the world really is filled with many different types of mindsets - be safe online
Should have gone to specsavers! Dear me. What a foolish woman but sorry for her anyway.
could be a great advert
Happened to my friend a few years back after she lost her husband and went on a dating site because she was lonely . A long story but it was supposedly a handsome guy in his 50's from Turkey who had this elaborate romance scam and relentlessly love bombed her, She was in her 70's and the two as a couple seemed highly unlikely. She was besotted and they were constantly in touch so much so that she was totally absorbed in him to the detriment of the rest of her life, friends family and parted with all her savings..She lied to me and to her family and the Police when her son desperately tried to stop the scam. We were desperate to help her but she would never listen and in fact cut me off. My friend never met the guy because something would always happen to prevent it and his constant requests for money had her in a high anxiety state. Eventually and after so much heartache and pleas from family... she had to admit that he wasn't real, It nearly destroyed her life so ...everyone take a lesson from this because it may sound hilarious but not if it's happened to you.
Whoa - that’s wild, thanks for sharing with me Susan - take care online
John
Good advice John, that we should look out for each other. This is why your channel will grow.
thank you for the support and the watch time - you are welcome along any time you like
Thought you had forgotten to take your dressing gown off when I first turned in 😂😂😂😂 Rosey
oh I know, i did think that too but I haven't slipped yet to going out for my walk in my bed wear, lets give it a few months and see lol
So many scams out there. I had a neighbor years ago that was sending some man in India her child support money because she thought they were in some sort of relationship, she wouldn't listen to reason. I get scammer calls , sometimes I answer and say, "hang on a second", then I set the phone down and walk away. Hey, if they want to waste my time then I get to keep em' hangin. lol. I enjoy your walk and talks and the scenery!
Oh no, that’s terrible - ouch
Hiya John, you're video is very enlightening. Anne was very gullible, we all need to be on the alert for these scams. You really need to look at your emails, text messages more than once if you think its a scam. As you suggested, ask someone else to check it out. Great video, keep it up. Cheers, Carolyn from Western Australia
thanks for watching - we need to look out for the people like Anne that surround us, help them to understand everything isn't what it seems sometimes
I hope I'd be smart enough. However, these scams are getting very clever too.
keep those eyes sharp and never trust Brad Pitt lol
Wow. They hit the jackpot when the contacted Anne. Vunerable, probably lonely and rich. And the idea that Brad Pitt would need money from strangers is just the cherry on top of this scammy cake.
It’s crazy how much she sent before discovering the catfish
@@JohnTalksUK Yes. Older folks fall for this more often I think because they are trusting in human nature. My partner's father got a call from someone saying they were from his credit card company, suspicious activity, etc. He gave them his account info and his social security number. Luckily his adult son lived with him and found this out quickly and put a hold on all his accounts. BTW. A good thing to do for most people is to put a freeze on your credit score so if your info is stolen the scammers can't open any new credit card or take out a loan...
That does seem a bit far fetched, Brad Pitt! Joking aside, these scammers are getting clever and even pretty savvy people are nearly being caught out so please be careful, and yes, I dread my dad falling prey, forever telling him not to answer the phone
imagine what it will be like in 12 months time - the tech is moving so fast - look after your dad and make sure he hears your message on the importance
I saw something similar on GB News..I think she got conned out of 15k. But I cannot mock these people, it is shameful SHAMEFUL that they are so lonely that they had NO-ONE to turn to, to ask, to discuss...no friends to confide in. I say SHAME on those mocking...shame on you. Ive been in a situation a good number of years ago before the internet and NOT one "friend" helped me so I have all the sympathy they want.
there are so many online scams these days its impossible to keep up - but we have to be vigilant and alert those around us when possible. AI will only add to this with deepfakes, the tech is terrifying from this aspect
I would love to think I would not be scammed, but as you say the scamming is becoming more and more detailed and believable. I think it is sad that this woman let it be known she was scammed and has, from I can see throughout the press, only received derision and laughter. Certainly it is questionable that someone would believe that someone famous is reaching out, but it isn't always quite such an us and them scenario. I know people who have been scammed, sadly some parted with a lot of money. All good people. All I would never have guessed would fall for a scam. It has certainly mad me much more cautious. (And, given Anne's situation, I certainly would not let the world know if it happened to me.) It's just sad.
in 12 months time the AI will be at an insane level - we need to get our brains processing to be fully aware of what's going on, but never send this kind of money
Loving your channel:) My mother in law has been scammed several times. Sadly, there are terrible people out there. Take care
Sorry to hear that - the level of some scams really does blow my mind. Thanks for watching
I got the mum I’ve lost my phone one but although at first it seemed feasible I soon realised it was a scam then it made me angry 😡x
Lol....my son got one too. The calling said " Mum, I'm shopping in Woolworth s , blah blah blah. He cracked laughing 'cos he knows I hate that shop, won't set foot in the place. We both cracked up 😂
well done spotting it Wendy
Poor Anne. There's some really vulnerable people.
we got to look out for each other Jen
Just on that topic though if you see Anne could you tell her I’m in the Queen Elizabeth hospital in Glasgow and could do with a friend …
that part made me chuckle - Brad sitting at the hospital dropping into the DM's
Some people are so gullible lol. Just love watching and listening to you. I’m Scottish too and listening to you is just like listening to a friend chatting away. I have a snuggly hoody like that too and love it but the arms are about 5 foot long on it 🤣
well that's great to hear - that's exactly what I wanted from the videos - stick around and let's see what else we can chat about
Nice hoodie mate where did you get it ?!
Argos in the U.K.
Poor anne. Scams are everywhere. Lets hope we can spot them before any money is taken.
Take care out there, don’t be like Anne
Some people are so naive as if an A lister superstar would message the likes of us mere peasants 😂
I think most of us would think the same - certainly before send £1 never mind hundreds of thousands - the planet really is filled with all sorts of people
I read about that, it's true, feel sorry for the woman 😢
I read now that Brad Pitt has commented on the situation
I definitely wouldn’t feel brad Pitt needed money
who knows these days - most celebs seem to be broke - but I'd certainly not be sending any savings, never mind my life savings over the internet
I mean, in a vulnerable moment those scams sure are confusing. But sending money? Nahh...
yes, when there is a cash request, extreme caution should always be taken
You did make me chuckle at the end of this video 😂 Thanks, I do worry about the older generation falling for all the scams out there but now with AI technology they will become more sophisticated and harder to detect! As a 64 yr old myself (forgot my age there for a moment! 😂 ) I guess I fall into that senior category, I’ll need to be super vigilant 😉
You take care online Cindy - put your credit card away and be safe online. Thank you for watching along and the giggles
Hi i would like to think i am clever enough but saying that you have to keet up with everything going on.O i didn't believe that story😂😂
It’s all the money - so much money…. Life changing for most, handed over on the internet
I think I’m sharp enough not to fall for it but it’s getting better and better
wild isn't it - the whole story made me laugh but also, it's savage
What a poor deluded woman, it's funny but not funny if that makes any sense from the money point of view.
I'm not a fan of computers,I'm 10 years older than you so id like to think I'm quite wary of scams but when they prey on the older generations who are unsure and you hear about them losing life savings to these con merchants it makes my blood boil.
I was going to say I love your hoodie! It looks toasty warm!
I've got to a stage in my life where I don't give a stuff what people think I look like in my clothes as long as I'm comfortable and warm, she says sitting writing this with huge fluffy indoor boots and an equally fluffy dressing gown on lol 😂
Take care John 👍
thanks for the message Christine - stay vigilant online and look after yourself
It’s a testament to how stupid some people really are.
It’s a hell of a lot of money to hand over that’s for sure - eye watering
So John, I am careful and check the URL and email addresses, however I do know some of them are very good at looking real. Especially if you are expecting a delivery from say UPS and you get an email that says it is UPS. As you clearly state, always stop and check all the details before clicking on anything. I also spend time advising people on such scans. You are spot on we should help people. When it comes to videos well unless I know the source I am very wary. The question is how do I know this is John?? My recommendation is never forward anything that you do not know and trust the person sending it to you. Never copy and paste anything online as if you don’t know the author you will have no idea if they have embedded code in the message.
Oh and that is quite a jumper by the way!!!
ha, yes its rather big, but it also makes up for the lack of style with warmth and in these cold days I need all the help I can get
@@JohnTalksUKyes keeping warm is all that really matters mate.
I read that article and laughed. Why would a multi millionaire need help with cash. Why would an A list celebrity need his mother to fix him up with some random woman online. These are the same types who believe an African prince wants to give them a million pounds, so long as they pay the six grand clearance bill up front. This woman was 53, my age. She deserved everything she got 😂
Kelly - exactly - wild isn't it, but for those with a sharper eye, we need to look out for those around us - it's only going to get harder
Well I’m no defo no Brands mammy.
Catfish goodness me what the hell Anne
How bloody sad .. me i don’t even know what a feed is other than gone to Chippy 😂. Ps 🏴 over 60 here your doing great John 👍
very sad and the story is still evolving - thanks for joining and messaging - you're welcome anytime
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I'm here for it - reading them all and engaging - thanks for the watch time and taking the time with the advice
There has been another dark chapter here in France to Anne's story. The tv channel TF1 has had to take down the programme about her because Anne who struggles with mental health issues has been so bullied, harassed and mocked (ahem*). It's too late now because it's all over the social/media. Her daughter did try to intervene for over a year to get her to "see reason" . Anne has tried to end her life three times.
So here's a question for you. I appreciate your message about awareness of scams but are you adding fuel to the fire that is burning Anne?
Valid point. Thought same.
thanks for the message and updating me on the status from France. I hope she find the help she needs - I read online also now that Brad has commented on the story, is there anything from you can share on this?
Well i wouldnt fall for this scam...come on now 😅
good on you - I like the belief and confidence
I mean why would someone, especially an a list celebrity fancy someone who he's never met ...come on how ridiculous....oh dear an expensive mistake
Yes, this part blows my mind - I guess to Anne the pics were believable
When you think you are smart enough but then you get caught out.. stay humble and stay aware 😂
That’s a great comment - stay humble & aware - good statement
Do a few shorts but not in landscape and put them out! A taste of your next video your going to do! The subs are rising and TH-cam love the shorts! Edit from the video before you put it out and publish before that video! You doing well!
thanks - I'm on it
Yes I think I am, as I read all about and am clued up. If it seems to good to be true then it is.
Good on you, staying ahead of the scans with research / well done and stay safe
I basically trust no one at this point, so I hope and pray that I never fall victim to it!
Exactly - question everything
People who are gullible are their own worst enemies! Stop blaming something else for your faults! It’s like people blaming the Internet for all their problems! Oh it’s so addictive! You know where the on off switch is! The internet doesn’t force you to turn on your devices YOU do! If people are so gullible thinking they have some personal relationship with a celebrity then whatever happens after that is on YOU for being deluded!
It’s a wild story for sure - the amount of cash is jaw dropping to me - that’s why I wanted to talk about it. Thanks for watching
you’re welcome.
Yes, John. I am sharp enough.
Good, we need people like you to help the others / stay alert and safe
I hope that I would be sharp enough but these days you never know 🤷🏻♀️😮🤷🏻♀️
It’s getting hard and harder with the advancement of technology
Random question. What are you gonna do for filming when it starts raining? Is there a rainy ‘season’ in the Midlands? Have I just asked a stupid question? 😂
It’s very rare we get major rain - we are so far from the coast that the weather tends to just be “steady” - however I do love a rain walk
Nooooooooo Anne no
Poor Anne
I definitely wouldn't fall for anything ❤
A confident response - I like it
I delete everything as I'm not silly😊
good on you Sarah - be vigilant and question everything
Ok,Anne , really,you were having a relationship with BRAD PITT. Really???
Unfortunately,if Donald Trump pops up in your social media asking for money,it’s probably real😢
thanks for the message Lola - stay safe out there