Hi *Strongwidget.* To all you guys (male and female) that work so hard, putting a stop to the scams you can stop. I Thank each and every one of you. Please keep up the great work and when I'm able to help you out financially, I most definitely will. In the meantime, keep the excellent help coming. In my mind, you're the best channel on TH-cam by far. Many thanks from a true dedicated fan in the UK. Stay safe all. Thanks. Nicholas.
@@brettymike I am a Nigerian Lady in Abuja,Nigeria.. I am ashamed to say Nigerian men are top on the list of romance scammers..They even scam ladies in Abuja the Capital city of their money with fake promises of marriage.. Their scams are legendary.
Great work *Strongwidget* - so glad you are out there fighting these lowlifes. We need to do all we can to spare the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers! Kudos to YOU!! You deserve the Nobel prize for keeping us safe big up brother.
Yes, the scammers are lowlifes but the victims are usually delusional and stoopid. Most of us when gets lovebombed by a much younger (or better looking guy) on the internet it sets off alarm bells for us. Sadly some old folks believe a younger hotter guy / woman is after them and they are happy to send thousands to a person they never met. A fool and their money are soon parted. Some of these stories are sooo infuriating, not only because the scammer's bold lies, but also because the foolishness of the victim.
Your content is awesome, and seeing someone who has 10.4k customers, and do something good for people who has less, makes *STRONG WIDGET* just feel so happy in side. I am glad someone like you could do something so kind for people who don't have as much.
Great work *Strongwidget* - so glad vou are out there fighting these lowlifes. We need to do all we can to spare the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers! Kudos to YOU!! You deserve the Nobel prize for keeping us safe big up brother.
Congratulations, you've outdone yourself. This video is one of the most impressive one-punch recovery moves I've seen in a while: the coding, the clickbait, the references from other channels/people... *Strong widget* just knows an opportunity to recover lost money when he sees one.
@@Thefluffytutu Nobody is who they say they are. She is in denial that she is attractive and warrants the attention of a man of the caliber that scammer pretended to be. She is scamming herself everyday. Don't people ask themselves why an attractive successful man wants an old wrinkled woman ? They can clearly have anyone and they think they are a prize..lol self delusion.
Yes. I’m sorry to say. It happened to me too. I regret. But these people are very charming and can be convincing. Deep fake now, photo shop, etc it’s easy to do fake videos and photos. So I can sympathize a bit. But beware don’t even trust photos or pics anymore. I didn’t lose much thank god. But I woke up. Please be careful. Better to be alone, with a pet then some physcho. I’m 65 I like being alone now, have to children. Had two relationships. Have family and friends. I’m content
Only people who didn't come from TH-cam are worthy of liking this *Strong widget* 🏆 what a journey it’s been! this £200,000 recovery has been an inspiration to us all, congrats!!! ❤️
These online scammers go to extremes with their love talk! 😆At least if you get romance scammed in person you get some physical touch out of it. With online, you get NOTHING
Me I'm a cynic and would play along with him. Plus I have no time for romantic dating sights. Have a squadron of animals who keep me totally insane. I was happily married for only 38 years so some man would have to pass my not a domesticated female test. Not in my contract to clean, iron, cook and maintain a house. I would go nuts.
I block the second I get a cut and paste of 'Hello. I have been wanting to be friends with you, but have been blocked. I find your posts very funny and enlightening. Please message me so we can be friends'. That I knew by heart! No random stranger is going to take that much interest! Plus, you check their sites and they are all Christian, all have American flags,, and al in military and/or construction. Since none of those things interest me but must to other people, and the pages have no depth, you know it;s a scam. I don't get to sob story stage as I report the second they approach me!
You mean at 84 that’s a major RED FLAG my mom is 63 and very beautiful who looks 50 thick hair, no wrinkles she’s married to my Dad though but I’m sure men still find her attractive . My grandma is 82 and no I can’t imagine her dating at her age 😳
@Paris-ei5yv I'm similar to your mum I'm 65 but still attractive, and looking younger and attracting the attention of men. so many times at the shops, men are following unnaturally close behind me for long distances, which I find uncomfortable and wish they wouldn't. Usually men 20s-50s. It happens so much now I keep an eye out for it, and walk very fast and cut across the corridor to another one to get away. So I'm attractive, but I feel at my age, if someone was interested in "dating" I'd like it to be polite really and dignified- not "hot and sexy".
I'm a senior and when I was told I was "gorgeous" by a fellow, I knew he was up to no good. People have since encouraged me to date but I refuse. You never know a persons ulterior motive and I don't need the drama and I'd rather be alone anyway.
You are a smart woman! 👏👏 More seniors need to think logically & trust the mirror. Sounds harsh but you'll get to keep your money and peace of mind. Well done!
These senior ladies need to stay off the internet. Women who think they should give their money to a man they have never met...are too vulnerable to be on the internet.
This is happening to my elderly cousin right now. It's crazy because she's a super smart person but she keeps falling for it. It's happened like 3 times so far
This probably won’t be popular, but I have no pity for her. It’s beyond my comprehension how she, and others, are so completely delusional. Completely asinine. I’m 78 years old. I would never fall for any type of BS like this. Unbelievable! If she has kids they are probably beyond angry for her losing her life savings.
it happens many times over around the world. 10,000 per month where I live. It's so unfair to the families. Many of the so called victims say "my family tried to warn me but I ignored them anyway" and they will do it in secret. Even worse, after getting scammed they go back and do it again. Many women and men have been scammed multiple times. It's like a gambling addict at Vegas.
I don't, either. My great grandmother was almost a decade older than this lady before she passed, and even at that age she would have *NEVER* fallen for something like this.
You can Clearly tell that Strong widget is tired of playing nice guy. You can see the Anger and frustration towards these scumbags in his eyes. *STRONG WIDGET* I support you 100%. You are doing AWESOME work. Never give up. This is the kind of recovery agent that should get a tv show. National Platform to show the scammers their days are numbered. Thank you for what you do…
This is not loneliness. Loneliness can be cured by doing volunteer work, or going to church, or spending time with grandkids, or hobby groups, etc etc. This woman is still putting on tons of makeup and painting her nails red, like she's trying to re-live her sexy youth. There's a whole other problem going on here.
@@pm2886there's nothing wrong with her wearing make up and painting her nails red, women like to look nice, the problem is she believed a man 20 years younger than her was in love with her and she sent nearly $200,000
The fact the *Strongwidget* was facing adventures to help the people was so kind. Mad respect to you man. Appreciate all you do to help others. You are setting a great example for the community Strongwidget.
My grandmother become a widow at 80. Thereafter she lived 20 years as a "lonely" (without seeking for a partner) I harmony with herself, free, independent, and satisfied.
Yep, that's how normal, mentally healthy women do it. I have a friend who lost her husband at 42, and is still single today, 18 years later. She's not interested in replacing him. They had a wonderful 15 years together, created a family, and she has a full life now. Very busy, lots of activities, a career, travel, etc etc.
*Strong widget* has some of the best content on this platform. This recovery was crazy and it feels like recovery just keeps getting better and better!
I'm sorry something hurt you that badly. Some of my pain was my own doing. I own my mistakes and have learned from them. I hope I get the chance to put those lessons into practice. My former FIL is almost 99 and he found a woman about 8-9 years ago after MIL died. She is now about 89 and they're happy.
A life insurance policy on her husband, an IRA, selling your parents' home after they die, all can be a windfall in your senior years. Even if you have never had much $ during your lifetime.
She already knew he had a thick accent and was difficult to communicate with. So instead she “fell in love” with his BS texts and some photos. Had the guy not been a scammer, their “relationship” would have consisted of her footing all the bills with a loser she couldn’t even talk to and understand. Sounds ideal. Not!
If she were honest, she'd say "fell in lust." If I marry again, I don't plan on being celibate but I'm worth waiting for and he's going to have to. p.s. I'm almost 77.
This man really hit the ground running and hasn't stopped yet. He gives us more understanding of him without interviews and negative antics he just shows us who he is through the Recovery. True living legend. We salute you. Incredible recovery. The execution, creativity, and goodness that came from it were inspiring on a number of levels. Cheers *Adriannotch* on the internet & looking forward to seeing what you do next!
Mad respect for saying yes bro. sometimes opportunities present themself and you Gotta take them. i am kind of a *Strongwidget* fan, but this recovery was a great message. you both already won For participating!
You're the best! We Beed more people like you to get these disgusting scammers to stop preying on innocent people. Keep up the good work *Strong widget!* Just $4Mill in and l'm crying. Priceless absolutely Priceless. love what you do keep up the good work…
Hello, hope this year brings great Joy, Love, Peace and Happiness to you and your family? The words you commented on this video is so amazing, and i think is nice to make new friends in other to know more difference around the world. Am Nikolas Thomas from Brooklyn New York, where are you from if i may ask?
Sir Paul McCartney is 81, Mick Jagger is 80, Helen Mirren is 78. People stay the same on the inside. But yes the internet is not a safe place for ordinary older people and they should be meeting people in person.
I don't normally post comments...but you guys were Ana's angel. From the depth of my heart, thank you *Strongwidget* for protecting our most vulnerable!! Thanks so much for the hard work, you do on this world. I been watching you for, a while and amazes me every. Time when you save someone that has being Scammed I wish you all, the best saving more people
She is obviously very lonely and most people need human touch. She was looking for someone to care about her. If you are alone, at any age, it’s natural to want companionship. I wouldn’t judge her, as she may not have family or friends in her life. I don’t believe she’s stupid. I’m sure she started to realize his situation didn’t add up, but she wanted to keep the connection with him. It’s so sad. She was the perfect victim. There is an epidemic of loneliness, especially among senior citizens. I’m trying to be part of the solution, befriending elderly neighbors who are alone. It’s good for me, also!
Finally. No surprise here. With all the evidence it's crystal clear who was the helper. *Strong Widget* must be taken seriously and hopefully this case improves others for the best. There are a lot of good people like this man in there. Justice has been served today, not only to me,but to all the people who have gone through the same thing that I have
Hey bud, I just wanted you to know that everything you do is necessary and thank you so much for what you do. It's more than just a recovery service, you're helping people. You're actually the push for me to get my degree in Information Technology so that I can protect people from heartless people like this. Thank you for all you do *Strongwidget,* you're a genius with a big heart and principles. Support and Respect from Britain .
You cannot fall in love with someone you do not know or have not met,however you can be in love with love......Being lonely is awful but being ripped off under false pretenses........evil.
I don't understand why people send money to total strangers when they probably wouldn't give money to their own family. If you want to meet in person and they don't, or keep stringing you along, then drop that person. They're wasting your time. If they don't call or FaceTime when you ask, this should be a signal to you to think twice.
Sometimes you never know. Even millionaires falls victims. Those scammers are so smart that it could happened to anyone. Chatting with someone makes us feel good. So to say when scammers telling you,they want help and sending you papers with logo seals making you think what they said it true. From what's going around the world 🌎🌎 more people should be vigilant. Everyday on the news, News papers etc including Dr, Phil tv shows he has people who don't listen thinking our love boy is who he seems to be when he's not. More people should watch Australia crime scam. BBC ABC news etc...
The best way to keep from being strung along is to not allow someone to string you along. Even in real life, in person dating, people will sometimes try to string someone along. They can only do it with your permission.
Have you noticed that Nigerians have studied Americans and their behavior very well. I am convinced that these are not individual scammers, but groups of specialized people. It's kind of like a call center. I'm sure you talk to a different person every day. That's why they have so much time for you. And the simple questions they ask: are you okay? You're great, I love you... These are typical sentences that Americans throw at each other.
They havent studied anything and for you to say that means you arent very smart. All they need to do is keep trying and someone will be stupid enough to believe them.
You are 100% correct. Other channels have interviewed the people involved with these scams and it's groups of usually 14-19 year old boys in poor areas of the world.
I met my husband online. We had a real date one week after the initial message on the dating website. There is nothing wrong to look for a friend or lover on the net, but if you don't meet in reality there is no relationship.
I got scammed once supposedly buying a laptop computer 20 years ago. I got the box home and opened it only to find newspapers Inside. The feeling I had was that I was the biggest sucker in the world and I was only out of $50. I can't even imagine losing almost $100,000 to a scammer. After that computer fiasco I don't trust anybody.
mad respect for him.. i can't even imagine the physical and emotional toll this challenge would put on a person. no doubt this is the best pro on youtube!!! Been watching *Strong widget* for about 2 years now and to see his growth is still good to accept, hes so humble and normal it’s almost like hes been on TH-cam his whole life..,..
@@Neil-ht8fv sadly true Neil , 78 and comfy with the wrinkly skin I’m in , I don’t need anybody’s sweet talk , if they want to feel needed , do voluntary work ,if you want love get a cat ,
yes and I can't understand how these people don't know about these common scams. They have been going around for decades and are so scripted it's funny.
You have to be real who in the hell in their right mind would believe that a younger man wants an old woman. Unrealistic expectations. Love-bombing is the first red flag. Fake contracts, never coming to meet you. Talking about marriage. Telling you not to tell your children about them, until we tell them together in person.
i wish these women would watch the movie DODSWORTH--well, everyone should watch it. it s about a wealthy older woman who pursues a series of romances with younger men
Who the he'll would want an older men? I wonder, yet society is much more lenient with men! Donald Trump is about 25 years younger than his wife and nobody bats an eye. Emanuel Macron has the same age gap with his wife but he is the younger one and they give him hell for it!!
Right they don't even want another 62 year old my Mom is 50ish great looking, in shape, slender still, and SHE laughs at men that claim they want an old woman.
It's her money and she can do whatever she wants with it. Have you ever bought things you don't need or gone out to eat when you could've eaten at home for cheaper? If so why didn't you save that money and give it to the homeless? The point is it's your money and you can do what you want with it. Yeah she was stupid to send a complete stranger money, but I'm not gonna judge her because she didn't use that money to help the homeless instead. That's stupid.
@@CharleneOrtizTraining hi good point , I agree it’s her money to do as she chooses , but some pretend they did it out of kindness , when most of the scammers say they have millions coming to them
@@CharleneOrtizTraining Truly. Giving to the homeless is great, but assuming she doesn’t and chastising her for that in response to her getting scammed is some weird mental gymnastics. People who don’t give to the homeless don’t deserve to be scammed either lol
Have some empathy. Many seniors are lonely, have cognitive issues, struggle to use technology etc. Makes them more susceptible to these scams than younger generations
This was legitimately so wholesome. You can tell at the ending of getting Your money back that it wasn't scripted at all when *Strongwidget* proposed.... This warmed my heart today! Congratulations Guys! So happy for y'all!…..
@@taliabraver ....most of us men have a huge mental block saying i love you. No real man will say it without meeting a lady in person. i m curious why u would run when told u r gorgeous. Some women may be average for some men, but others may c her as gorgeous.
The love she is seeking is in community service -- the children who go hungry everyday in this country (13 million) ... if we gave our hearts, minds and money to helping others we would be FILLED with love and fulfillment.
Not for her, if she was falling for You look sexy and hot, You look gorgeous, We'll probably spend 24 hours in bed, she's not going to be fulfilled with community service. But she's delusional if she believes those flatteries.
You cannot save people from their own stupidity. Don't even try. I am old. I am linely. I have been alone for 54 years. Thank GOD I have some common sense.
@@marapeters9144 I've never been on internet apps , not ever. I get approached on Facebook , at least once or twice weekly - on Fridays and Saturdays . I can set clocks .
Oh they're not just on dating apps or sites. I met two from a support group site. Real people dealing with issues and they're in there too victimizing people. This guy, who approached me straight up asked me if I had a bank account. I said no but it didn't stop him. I knew what he was doing and I managed to waste 8months of his life trying to dupe me. Plus I reported his ass and he was blocked from that site. At least that account. I don't know about others.
How? I've never been approached .. not once. Wouldn't you have to have your social media settings 'public' for that to happen? And why would you EVER have public settings?
This is what happens when people center their entire lives on relationships with absolutely nothing else in their lives. No hobbies, activities, no interests, no continued learning, no goals, spiritual strength, friends, nothing but the quest for romantic "love."
When they say age doesn't matter, you know right then that they have no intention of ever meeting you! It doesn't matter, it's your money they are after!
Happens to men, too. According to Scammers themselves, more often to men. They're just too embarrassed to come forward. Most of the 'women' Scammers are men, speaking in falsetto.
Another note about the surnames scammers choose. Nigerian scammers in particular don't seem to know that Americans have different ethnic backgrounds. You never see Polish, Italian, German, or any sort of Celtic surname. They can only handle Smith, Jones, Brown, Green, etc. Chris is a favorite, but never Christopher. The spelling is too complicated for them. They also don't do a very good job with matching the face to the made-up name. They'll steal a photo from someone who is obviously of Mediterranean origin and call them Chris Jones.
They often also reverse names or use two last names. But I think they do understand the ethnic diversity, they just go for one that is close to the victim's own or what they think will appeal. Don't forget they do extensive profiling of the person before they hit. I had one, I'm not sure if he was Nigerian or an actual Italian. His Italian was excellent and he gave an address that looked real on Google maps but I happened to be there last month and I'm not sure it's an actual residence. Doesn't matter, that was 2 years ago and I didn't fall for it. He asked for money for a medical situation, not knowing that I knew it would be covered in Italy.
A HUGE problem with scamming & scammers is that most people are too sympathetic. Offering sympathy only absolves the scammed of responsibility for their brainless actions. Another problem is the terminology. The scammed are most often referred to as "victims". You can only be a door mat if you lay down. Saying that people "met" the scammer online implies a level of intimacy that is completely absent. Saying that someone is in an "online relationship" or did or are dating someone online, having never met in real life, in person, is ridiculous. If that is a relationship then millions of people are dating their banks, their streaming services etc. Scammers love the faux terms, it helps them to scam much easier.
Many people are so confident when they are young because they still have a sharp mind, young and beautiful. But when you get old like more than 80 years old, you will have been through losses and hardships in your life, you might be lonely, vulnerable and more desperate for love and companionship at that time. Plus you might lose your memory too so you might lose your common sense and make stupid mistakes
Whilst that is true. Most of these people have NOT yet slid into dementia and they ARE willing giving money to their "boyfriend". Scary that you reach that age so lacking in basic common sense.
So the guy tells her, "we'll likely spend 24 hrs. in bed" and this old lady was thinking she could go 24 hrs. with a dude? lol You couldn't make this up, a fool and their $ are soon parted. Her husband wasn't long in the ground before she was looking for a new man! What was she thinking at her elderly age?. Give up the men/lovers in your elderly years get a dog or a cat for company. You just blew your children and grandchildren's inheritance too. If they never come to visit you I wouldn't blame them.
I came across one of these online love scams. We chatted and talked for about 6 months, he kept promising to meet but never would. I smelled a rat. So next thing you know he asked for 4K. First of all, I don't give men money and especially if I never met you. Long story short, I went off on him just for asking. That was the last time I heard from him. So regardless of the sob story, it's hard to get scammed if you never come out your pocket.
I wish my mom was as smart as you! She won't stop talking to a scammer and trying to find ways to give him money to bring him here. I've been showing her articles and videos and she shuts me out. Like this isn't happening to her but I have found out she has made 60k in debt for herself with no intention on paying it off. There is clearly no money to show home improvements in the house or another car. She yells at me to leave her alone, she knows what she's doing, and she did something stupid. She has never been a two face liar but seven months ago is when all this started. Blaming me for things when she was talking to her friends. Now she won't talk to anyone. Not even me. We both don't have anywhere to live if she loses the house on us. Yet she claims we're not losing the house. I don't want to lose the house! It's all I know with growing up here. Sorry for venting but this situation is very stressful on me and I don't know what to do.
So sorry! Just awful! The best option may be to find out which site she is on, create a fake profile and catfish her! As crazy as it sounds! 😂😂😂 Get her to dumps her “man” . Maybe a couple of new “guys” will be interested in her.
I'm 64 and single and I'm happy with that. If I met the right person- like, met in the real World- then I would consider becoming part of a couple, but when drop-dead 24-y-o Ukrainian and Slovak girls message me out of the blue to tell me how handsome I am and how they adore older men, something called "common sense" always kicks in.
If I didn't have a conscience, empathy and ethics, it'd be so easy to scam elderly women online. They fall for the lamest pick-up lines and cheesy poetry.
I’m a cancer patient. If I die, I sure hope my husband waits longer than a year after my death before looking for a new wife. These people barely let the body of their spouse get cold before they’re on dating apps. 🤮
Plus the accent and my queen both huge red flags. People getting back into dating after a long time should do some research on scammers and online dating safety. There are tons of videos on this online.
Bless your heart *AstraTrustHQ* Its SO sad how the scammers prey on the elderly and the uninformed public. Bless you and all others who fight against these crimes. Its horrible how mainstream media is not doing the right thing by shining light on these things to help the public, You’re irreplaceable ❤
My sister is elderly and read The Rules for dating. Says to not have a penpal, not give man money. My wife says it sounds old fashioned. Seems it's protection against modern day.
People make choices to lie and scam. Other people make choices to live decently and honestly. Don't write off the entire human race because of a population of losers.
@@elainebmack I'm not referring to only scammers...Also referring to child/animal abusers, r@pists, killers, abusers of all kinds, predators, people destroying the planet for temporary profit etc. I am disappointed in the human race as a whole.
"Age is just a number" ....... Lady, the only NUMBER that matters is your bank account balance!!!! I used to feel pity for these ladies. Not any more. They are very narcissistic and believe a 20 years younger (or more!!!) guy can fall in love for them and find them hot and gorgeous. Think again. A mirror helps.
This poor woman. At age 84 you’d think she would know better. Believing a younger man wants to spend 24 hours in bed, calling her sexy and hot cost her $98,000.
0 sympathy. This scam says more about people's over inflated delusional egos than the mind of the scammer. Who sends thousands to someone you've never met let slone seen.
You hear thousands of storys like that. The methods are quite similar, the phrases are quite similar "age is just a number", "you are my queen", "I fell in love with you at first sight", "I am stranded on an oil rig", etc. At first I was quite compassionate with the victims because nobody really new that romance scamming was a million-dollar- business for the scammers not just random opportunity. Meanwhile I'm just puzzled and thinking:" Don't you ever listen!!"
I bet Lewis has many different names. We’ve all been fooled by con-men in different ways. We rely on the spoken word, and masters of deception know what to say to gain trust. Widows who are missing a spouse, are often the targets.
These scams have picked up seemingly endless victims in spite of massive warnings and advice on every form of media. Is being alone so horrible a fate? Don't these folks have ANY other way to live with themselves?
Yes, it can be horrible. I am alone and I recently developed a terrible bursitis in my hip and knee where the pain is worse than childbirth. I don't live in the US, don't drive and live 20 steps up from the street. I don't have the resources to hire help and the evaluation process for aid takes time. Fortunately it is only one side and I have a high pain tolerance. I'm still pretty strong otherwise but I had to buy a walker with a seat just so I can make it to the bus stop. I can manage the walker on and off the bus and even on my stairs but a short excursion exhausts me. My house is borderline unacceptably dirty. I manage to cook simple meals I don't let the dishes sit more than a couple of hours in soapy water but it's not how I'm used to living. Having a companion would be a very nice addition to my life. I don't have friends who are available all the time. I'm going to be 77 in Sept.
First RED FLAG he called her Queen. Nigerian scammers say that all the time. The Social Catfish channel here in TH-cam has so many similar stories to this one.
It’s infuriating that women like her just throw their husbands hard earned money away to give to a total stranger when their husbands just wanted to give them security after they pass.
Hi *Strongwidget.* To all you guys (male and female) that work so hard, putting a stop to the scams you can stop. I Thank each and every one of you. Please keep up the great work and when I'm able to help you out financially, I most definitely will. In the meantime, keep the excellent help coming. In my mind, you're the best channel on TH-cam by far. Many thanks from a true dedicated fan in the UK. Stay safe all. Thanks. Nicholas.
Whenever they call you "MY QUEEN", you know it's a scam!
Oh yes my amazing, beautiful summer Queen. 🤦♀️😂
Typical West African b.s.!
Yes, that is the No.1 scam line from those Monsters in Lagos Nigeria.
Or “baby girl”
@@brettymike
I am a Nigerian Lady in Abuja,Nigeria..
I am ashamed to say Nigerian men are top on the list of romance scammers..They even scam ladies in Abuja the Capital city of their money with fake promises of marriage..
Their scams are legendary.
Great work *Strongwidget* - so glad you are out there fighting these lowlifes. We need to do all we can to spare the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers! Kudos to YOU!!
You deserve the Nobel prize for keeping us safe big up brother.
Yes, the scammers are lowlifes but the victims are usually delusional and stoopid. Most of us when gets lovebombed by a much younger (or better looking guy) on the internet it sets off alarm bells for us. Sadly some old folks believe a younger hotter guy / woman is after them and they are happy to send thousands to a person they never met. A fool and their money are soon parted. Some of these stories are sooo infuriating, not only because the scammer's bold lies, but also because the foolishness of the victim.
Your content is awesome, and seeing someone who has 10.4k customers, and do something good for people who has less, makes *STRONG WIDGET* just feel so happy in side. I am glad someone like you could do something so kind for people who don't have as much.
Great work *Strongwidget* - so glad vou are out there fighting these lowlifes. We need to do all we can to spare the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers! Kudos to YOU!!
You deserve the Nobel prize for keeping us safe big up brother.
Congratulations, you've outdone yourself. This video is one of the most impressive one-punch recovery moves I've seen in a while: the coding, the clickbait, the references from other channels/people... *Strong widget* just knows an opportunity to recover lost money when he sees one.
She willingly sent the money to someone she didnt know. I don't think it's a scam. It's stupidity.
Agreed!
Yes stupid but she was scammed because it was not who he said he was
@@Thefluffytutu Nobody is who they say they are. She is in denial that she is attractive and warrants the attention of a man of the caliber that scammer pretended to be. She is scamming herself everyday. Don't people ask themselves why an attractive successful man wants an old wrinkled woman ? They can clearly have anyone and they think they are a prize..lol self delusion.
Yes. I’m sorry to say. It happened to me too. I regret. But these people are very charming and can be convincing. Deep fake now, photo shop, etc it’s easy to do fake videos and photos. So I can sympathize a bit. But beware don’t even trust photos or pics anymore. I didn’t lose much thank god. But I woke up. Please be careful. Better to be alone, with a pet then some physcho. I’m 65 I like being alone now, have to children. Had two relationships. Have family and friends. I’m content
@@Thefluffytutu That is exactly the core of scamming.
Only people who didn't come from TH-cam are worthy of liking this *Strong widget* 🏆 what a journey it’s been! this £200,000 recovery has been an inspiration to us all, congrats!!! ❤️
“We’ll probably spend 24hrs in bed”. That’s when I lost it.
SURE -HIM LOOKING AT YOUR OLD CORPSE AFTER HAVING LAUGHED AN HOUR STRAIGHT.
He was just lying he didn't mean that at all. As you can see he didn't even show when the money stopped he stopped
Lol
These online scammers go to extremes with their love talk! 😆At least if you get romance scammed in person you get some physical touch out of it. With online, you get NOTHING
Lol,lol,lol. I had to laugh aloud at that one.
How sad that her husband left her with resources for her old age and she throws it all away on a scammer.
Never mentioned any kids or grandkids.
I thinks she’s got more to burn.
He must've been the one in control of the money before he died, and yes..very sad!
Loneliness is real.
@@schawnettarobinson8584 I relish my aloneness!
Everyone's different. People just need to understand that true love can't be bought
As soon as they come with the crazy sob stories, block them.
Me I'm a cynic and would play along with him. Plus I have no time for romantic dating sights. Have a squadron of animals who keep me totally insane. I was happily married for only 38 years so some man would have to pass my not a domesticated female test. Not in my contract to clean, iron, cook and maintain a house. I would go nuts.
I block the second I get a cut and paste of 'Hello. I have been wanting to be friends with you, but have been blocked. I find your posts very funny and enlightening. Please message me so we can be friends'. That I knew by heart! No random stranger is going to take that much interest! Plus, you check their sites and they are all Christian, all have American flags,, and al in military and/or construction. Since none of those things interest me but must to other people, and the pages have no depth, you know it;s a scam. I don't get to sob story stage as I report the second they approach me!
Age is just a number. Until it involves your bank account, that’s when the number matters.
I hear that all the time now, ever since I hit 55 years of age. I can see through that as if it's made of glass. _(6/5/2023)_
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She was crazy to think that a man 30 yrs younger than her would be genuinely interested in her. He only wanted her money.
Almost 80 years old and still looking for men... WTH? I am 35 and I am tired already.
heard that!
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Omg that made me laugh hard!!😂😂😂😂
Not only is she looking for a man at the age of 80 plus she's willing to give him all her money.
Ur a looser 😂😂😂😂😂😂 that’s y😂😂
Very bizarre. If somebody started telling me I'm hot & sexy after I was 60, I'd know something was amiss.
Yeah. It's as bad as being called young lady by an old man your same age
@@Neil-ht8fv lol, no need to be mean! I am actually very nice looking for my age, but yeah, not "hot & sexy"!
You mean at 84 that’s a major RED FLAG my mom is 63 and very beautiful who looks 50 thick hair, no wrinkles she’s married to my Dad though but I’m sure men still find her attractive . My grandma is 82 and no I can’t imagine her dating at her age 😳
@Paris-ei5yv I'm similar to your mum I'm 65 but still attractive, and looking younger and attracting the attention of men.
so many times at the shops, men are following unnaturally close behind me for long distances, which I find uncomfortable and wish they wouldn't. Usually men 20s-50s.
It happens so much now I keep an eye out for it, and walk very fast and cut across the corridor to another one to get away.
So I'm attractive, but I feel at my age, if someone was interested in "dating" I'd like it to be polite really and dignified- not "hot and sexy".
I reacon
I'm a senior and when I was told I was "gorgeous" by a fellow, I knew he was up to no good. People have since encouraged me to date but I refuse. You never know a persons ulterior motive and I don't need the drama and I'd rather be alone anyway.
Good idea. Me too
You are a smart woman! 👏👏 More seniors need to think logically & trust the mirror. Sounds harsh but you'll get to keep your money and peace of mind. Well done!
Well done
Join senior centers and local groups for support! They have groups with nice activities and classes . Good Luck
You're not alone if you've got some pets
These senior ladies need to stay off the internet. Women who think they should give their money to a man they have never met...are too vulnerable to be on the internet.
I am 66 and I fully agree, I wouldn't go on one of the sites if you paid me
Plenty of much younger women who've been scammed through online "romances". It's not just senior ladies. Just look on youtube for their stories.
This is happening to my elderly cousin right now. It's crazy because she's a super smart person but she keeps falling for it. It's happened like 3 times so far
This probably won’t be popular, but I have no pity for her. It’s beyond my comprehension how she, and others, are so completely delusional. Completely asinine. I’m 78 years old. I would never fall for any type of BS like this. Unbelievable! If she has kids they are probably beyond angry for her losing her life savings.
it happens many times over around the world. 10,000 per month where I live. It's so unfair to the families. Many of the so called victims say "my family tried to warn me but I ignored them anyway" and they will do it in secret. Even worse, after getting scammed they go back and do it again. Many women and men have been scammed multiple times. It's like a gambling addict at Vegas.
She sent him a picture and he said "You're absolutely gorgeous." She was a fool to believe that.
I don't, either. My great grandmother was almost a decade older than this lady before she passed, and even at that age she would have *NEVER* fallen for something like this.
@@robertburke1486😂😂😂😂
Shes very pretty, don't look her age and well put together. She needs a man in his late 70s or 80s tho @robertburke1486
You can Clearly tell that Strong widget is tired of playing nice guy.
You can see the Anger and frustration towards these scumbags in his eyes. *STRONG WIDGET* I support you 100%. You are doing AWESOME work. Never give up.
This is the kind of recovery agent that should get a tv show. National Platform to show the scammers their days are numbered.
Thank you for what you do…
What KIND of person sends $98K to a total stranger?
A DESPERATELY LONELY person.
Those people NEED THERAPY.
They can't afford therapy after romantic affaire with a scammer.
This is not loneliness. Loneliness can be cured by doing volunteer work, or going to church, or spending time with grandkids, or hobby groups, etc etc.
This woman is still putting on tons of makeup and painting her nails red, like she's trying to re-live her sexy youth. There's a whole other problem going on here.
@@pm2886there's nothing wrong with her wearing make up and painting her nails red, women like to look nice, the problem is she believed a man 20 years younger than her was in love with her and she sent nearly $200,000
I wish you would have sent me that my
And they need it now...
Thank You!! Please never stop doing this. my grandfather is harassed by these criminals. you are doing us all a great service *Adriannotch*
The fact the *Strongwidget* was facing adventures to help the people was so kind. Mad respect to you man.
Appreciate all you do to help others. You are setting a great example for the community Strongwidget.
My grandmother become a widow at 80. Thereafter she lived 20 years as a "lonely" (without seeking for a partner) I harmony with herself, free, independent, and satisfied.
Yep, that's how normal, mentally healthy women do it. I have a friend who lost her husband at 42, and is still single today, 18 years later. She's not interested in replacing him. They had a wonderful 15 years together, created a family, and she has a full life now. Very busy, lots of activities, a career, travel, etc etc.
Oh gawd! Anytime a scammer says, “My Queen,” RUN for the hills! 👎👎👎👎
And block that person immediately.
Saves the scammer having to remember her name.
Not sure what the word gawd means
The thick accent that’s barely understandable it’s also a BIG red flag.
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*Strong widget* has some of the best content on this platform. This recovery was crazy and it feels like recovery just keeps getting better and better!
Strange that people are still looking for love at 83. I'm 51 and already realise it's all nonsense.
You’re never too old to stop looking for love. You just have to be careful. When someone start asking for money, its time to cut them off.
I know right. I am in my mid forties and I am done. 🤷🏾
I was done in my 30s. The only love in my life are my dogs 🐕 they love unconditionally
I'm sorry something hurt you that badly. Some of my pain was my own doing. I own my mistakes and have learned from them. I hope I get the chance to put those lessons into practice. My former FIL is almost 99 and he found a woman about 8-9 years ago after MIL died. She is now about 89 and they're happy.
I’m 48 and have had some talks with myself about the viability of romance in my future…👎
These people CLEARLY have too much money on their hands, clearly.
A life insurance policy on her husband, an IRA, selling your parents' home after they die, all can be a windfall in your senior years. Even if you have never had much $ during your lifetime.
@@Plumeria1 I wish I had that (I'm sure they do too, in retrospect).
Agreed
Yes I’ll take the money
...and no brains.
She already knew he had a thick accent and was difficult to communicate with. So instead she “fell in love” with his BS texts and some photos. Had the guy not been a scammer, their “relationship” would have consisted of her footing all the bills with a loser she couldn’t even talk to and understand. Sounds ideal. Not!
If she were honest, she'd say "fell in lust." If I marry again, I don't plan on being celibate but I'm worth waiting for and he's going to have to. p.s. I'm almost 77.
This man really hit the ground running and hasn't stopped yet. He gives us more understanding of him without interviews and negative antics he just shows us who he is through the Recovery. True living legend. We salute you. Incredible recovery. The execution, creativity, and goodness that came from it were inspiring on a number of levels. Cheers *Adriannotch* on the internet & looking forward to seeing what you do next!
Mad respect for saying yes bro. sometimes opportunities present themself and you Gotta take them. i am kind of a *Strongwidget* fan, but this recovery was a great message. you both already won For participating!
You're the best! We Beed more people like you to get these disgusting scammers to stop preying on innocent people.
Keep up the good work *Strong widget!*
Just $4Mill in and l'm crying. Priceless absolutely Priceless. love what you do keep up the good work…
She paid for attention.
Transaction complete ✅
😂😂😂😂 well true
So true and she should certainly not get her money back via the bank
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Too much
Most accurate reply posted! It’s so sad.
And when they call you "Queen", you know somethings up.
And age is just a number, what a load of crap.
The "queen" bit is strictly African. Westerners don't call their women queens. Total bs.
@@elainebmack Exactly!!!
Nigerian call u queen. Lol
Hello, hope this year brings great Joy, Love, Peace and Happiness to you and your family? The words you commented on this video is so amazing, and i think is nice to make new friends in other to know more difference around the world. Am Nikolas Thomas from Brooklyn New York, where are you from if i may ask?
An 83-year old woman goes online to find love and lust, I can't wrap my head around it.
Sir Paul McCartney is 81, Mick Jagger is 80, Helen Mirren is 78. People stay the same on the inside. But yes the internet is not a safe place for ordinary older people and they should be meeting people in person.
I don't normally post comments...but you guys were Ana's angel. From the depth of my heart, thank you *Strongwidget* for protecting our most vulnerable!!
Thanks so much for the hard work, you do on this world. I been watching you for, a while and amazes me every. Time when you save someone that has being Scammed I wish you all, the best saving more people
I don't get it, at 84 shes still looking for a man? Too much time, stupidity, and money on her hands. Unbelievable!
Why shouldn't she?! Time isn't exactly on her side and she didn't want to be alone.
@@thescrutineer7022 she's obviously not smart with men....you know...she got SCAMMED!
@@govegan6112 You don't say. Loneliness comes in all ages just because your old doesn't mean your dead and buried yet.
still thinks shes a kitten
She is obviously very lonely and most people need human touch. She was looking for someone to care about her. If you are alone, at any age, it’s natural to want companionship. I wouldn’t judge her, as she may not have family or friends in her life. I don’t believe she’s stupid. I’m sure she started to realize his situation didn’t add up, but she wanted to keep the connection with him. It’s so sad. She was the perfect victim. There is an epidemic of loneliness, especially among senior citizens. I’m trying to be part of the solution, befriending elderly neighbors who are alone. It’s good for me, also!
Finally. No surprise here. With all the evidence it's crystal clear who was the helper. *Strong Widget* must be taken seriously and hopefully this case improves others for the best. There are a lot of good people like this man in there. Justice has been served today, not only to me,but to all the people who have gone through the same thing that I have
When the man calls you "my queen", you know he is Nigerian.
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Stop it 😂.
Or Bebe
No, for real. Anyone who watches the SocialCatfish videos knows that if they ask "have you eaten?" and say "my queen", they're Nigerian scammers
Hey bud, I just wanted you to know that everything you do is necessary and thank you so much for what you do. It's more than just a recovery service, you're helping people. You're actually the push for me to get my degree in Information Technology so that I can protect people from heartless people like this.
Thank you for all you do *Strongwidget,* you're a genius with a big heart and principles. Support and Respect from Britain .
You cannot fall in love with someone you do not know or have not met,however you can be in love with love......Being lonely is awful but being ripped off under false pretenses........evil.
Yes...evils the right word for it.
Being in love with love period.
There is a woman sent 1,4 million dollars to a scamer,she was on Dr.Phil show,still in denial even after showing her he was a scammer.😢
Love the Dr Phil scammer shows. Mind boggling stupidity. 🦘
I don't understand why people send money to total strangers when they probably wouldn't give money to their own family.
If you want to meet in person and they don't, or keep stringing you along, then drop that person. They're wasting your time.
If they don't call or FaceTime when you ask, this should be a signal to you to think twice.
Sometimes you never know. Even millionaires falls victims. Those scammers are so smart that it could happened to anyone. Chatting with someone makes us feel good. So to say when scammers telling you,they want help and sending you papers with logo seals making you think what they said it true. From what's going around the world 🌎🌎 more people should be vigilant. Everyday on the news, News papers etc including Dr, Phil tv shows he has people who don't listen thinking our love boy is who he seems to be when he's not.
More people should watch Australia crime scam. BBC ABC news etc...
The best way to keep from being strung along is to not allow someone to string you along. Even in real life, in person dating, people will sometimes try to string someone along. They can only do it with your permission.
Very dumb people
They become honey !!!$$$
The power of loneliness, denial and fantasy
Have you noticed that Nigerians have studied Americans and their behavior very well. I am convinced that these are not individual scammers, but groups of specialized people. It's kind of like a call center. I'm sure you talk to a different person every day. That's why they have so much time for you. And the simple questions they ask: are you okay? You're great, I love you... These are typical sentences that Americans throw at each other.
Everything u say is spot on.
This is the case. It's not a guess. They do work in groups usually from Internet cafes in Nigeria.
They havent studied anything and for you to say that means you arent very smart. All they need to do is keep trying and someone will be stupid enough to believe them.
Exactly true. It’s an industry.
You are 100% correct. Other channels have interviewed the people involved with these scams and it's groups of usually 14-19 year old boys in poor areas of the world.
“You’re hot” “age is just a number” to an 80 year old woman. 🤦🏻♀️
83
Seriously!
It's just plain foolish
Actually, there's something wonderful in reigniting that snuffed flame in a person, as long as it's done with sincerity, love and respect.
people really need to stop looking for love online. go out, socialize.. get to know the person before lending money, etc... common sense rules.
Exactly
People have gotten too lazy & dependant on their phones!
Go outside! The sunlight will do ya good if nothing else
I met my husband online. We had a real date one week after the initial message on the dating website. There is nothing wrong to look for a friend or lover on the net, but if you don't meet in reality there is no relationship.
Exactly. Get busy in the community. Volunteer or join a church. They fall for a photo! It’s crazy + sad. 😜
Never ever never give money to anyone. If a man needs your money he isn't a man I want to be with.
in fact don't lend money ever, even if you have met them in person
I got scammed once supposedly buying a laptop computer 20 years ago. I got the box home and opened it only to find newspapers Inside. The feeling I had was that I was the biggest sucker in the world and I was only out of $50. I can't even imagine losing almost $100,000 to a scammer. After that computer fiasco I don't trust anybody.
I'm sorry that happened to you. $50.00 isn't a ton of money but that's the kind of thing that stays with you.
Look at it this way - you spent $50 to learn a valuable lesson that could save you far more money and aggravation in the future!
mad respect for him.. i can't even imagine the physical and emotional toll this challenge would put on a person.
no doubt this is the best pro on youtube!!!
Been watching *Strong widget* for about 2 years now and to see his growth is still good to accept, hes so humble and normal it’s almost like hes been on TH-cam his whole life..,..
"You look so sexy and hot." She believes that?
Ego. Hubris. No mirror...😮
If you are so old and get told you look sexy and hot , tell them to go to the opticians
@@Neil-ht8fv sadly true Neil , 78 and comfy with the wrinkly skin I’m in , I don’t need anybody’s sweet talk , if they want to feel needed , do voluntary work ,if you want love get a cat ,
Imagine giving some mouth action down there to an old person. I bet no one would want to do that to me.
AGREED!!🙄
Haven't you learned anything about human nature in 84 years?
Old gal could have bought a lot of battery operated companionship with $ 98,000.
It’s not that scammers have gotten more ‘sophisticated ‘ it’s that those getting scammed continue to get dummer
yes and I can't understand how these people don't know about these common scams. They have been going around for decades and are so scripted it's funny.
I'm 38, and I feel nauseous when I think of dating. If you got 100k at age of 83, pls enjoy your life, you are in such a good place.
You have to be real who in the hell in their right mind would believe that a younger man wants an old woman. Unrealistic expectations.
Love-bombing is the first red flag.
Fake contracts, never coming to meet you.
Talking about marriage.
Telling you not to tell your children about them, until we tell them together in person.
i wish these women would watch the movie DODSWORTH--well, everyone should watch it. it s about a wealthy older woman who pursues a series of romances with younger men
Who the he'll would want an older men? I wonder, yet society is much more lenient with men! Donald Trump is about 25 years younger than his wife and nobody bats an eye. Emanuel Macron has the same age gap with his wife but he is the younger one and they give him hell for it!!
82 years old, and she thinks a 62 year old would want her.
Right they don't even want another 62 year old my Mom is 50ish great looking, in shape, slender still, and SHE laughs at men that claim they want an old woman.
A red flag should have been immediately raised when he told her she was gorgeous.... Nice lady? Sure. Gorgeous? Naw....
“My queen”. Instant tip-off
I wonder how much she has given her family or homeless people , yet she gives a fortune to someone who calls her queen , who she has never met ,
Selfish
It's her money and she can do whatever she wants with it. Have you ever bought things you don't need or gone out to eat when you could've eaten at home for cheaper? If so why didn't you save that money and give it to the homeless? The point is it's your money and you can do what you want with it. Yeah she was stupid to send a complete stranger money, but I'm not gonna judge her because she didn't use that money to help the homeless instead. That's stupid.
EXACTLY!
@@CharleneOrtizTraining hi good point , I agree it’s her money to do as she chooses , but some pretend they did it out of kindness , when most of the scammers say they have millions coming to them
@@CharleneOrtizTraining Truly. Giving to the homeless is great, but assuming she doesn’t and chastising her for that in response to her getting scammed is some weird mental gymnastics. People who don’t give to the homeless don’t deserve to be scammed either lol
No matter how many of these stories are shared, THEY DO NOT LISTEN! So can we really say they are victims?
She's over 80!! What do you expect
@@charlie.saturday she has a brain as we all do.
Have some empathy. Many seniors are lonely, have cognitive issues, struggle to use technology etc. Makes them more susceptible to these scams than younger generations
@Lyd V age is not excuse. The cognitive dysfunction yes.
They all believe it when some guy says they are beautiful even if they are 100 years old.
This was legitimately so wholesome. You can tell at the ending of getting Your money back that it wasn't scripted at all when *Strongwidget* proposed.... This warmed my heart today! Congratulations Guys! So happy for y'all!…..
texting her "I love you" is about as big a red flag as it gets
No telling her she is gorgeous.If someone told me that I would run!
@@taliabraver ....most of us men have a huge mental block saying i love you. No real man will say it without meeting a lady in person. i m curious why u would run when told u r gorgeous. Some women may be average for some men, but others may c her as gorgeous.
The love she is seeking is in community service -- the children who go hungry everyday in this country (13 million) ... if we gave our hearts, minds and money to helping others we would be FILLED with love and fulfillment.
THAT
Just think how many school lunches $98k would buy….so sad !
just think how many people could be helped if she had given that money to ST JUDE S CHILDREN S HOSPITAL
Best comment ever!❤
Not for her, if she was falling for You look sexy and hot, You look gorgeous, We'll probably spend 24 hours in bed, she's not going to be fulfilled with community service. But she's delusional if she believes those flatteries.
You cannot save people from their own stupidity. Don't even try. I am old. I am linely. I have been alone for 54 years. Thank GOD I have some common sense.
"My Queen" - warning warning warning.
I get approached by Romance Scammers at least once or twice a week. People you gotta shut it down immediately .
Best to stay off internet dating apps. A waste of valuable time 😒
@@marapeters9144 I've never been on internet apps , not ever. I get approached on Facebook , at least once or twice weekly - on Fridays and Saturdays . I can set clocks .
Oh they're not just on dating apps or sites. I met two from a support group site. Real people dealing with issues and they're in there too victimizing people. This guy, who approached me straight up asked me if I had a bank account. I said no but it didn't stop him. I knew what he was doing and I managed to waste 8months of his life trying to dupe me. Plus I reported his ass and he was blocked from that site. At least that account. I don't know about others.
@@monaeallsup6140 I don't go on dating sites . I am just on Facebook.
How? I've never been approached .. not once. Wouldn't you have to have your social media settings 'public' for that to happen? And why would you EVER have public settings?
This is what happens when people center their entire lives on relationships with absolutely nothing else in their lives. No hobbies, activities, no interests, no continued learning, no goals, spiritual strength, friends, nothing but the quest for romantic "love."
When they say age doesn't matter, you know right then that they have no intention of ever meeting you! It doesn't matter, it's your money they are after!
What is wrong with these older women 🤔
Happens to men, too. According to Scammers themselves, more often to men. They're just too embarrassed to come forward. Most of the 'women' Scammers are men, speaking in falsetto.
Exactly 😢
They are hot mommas. 🔥
I do not understand women with an average IQ would send money to persons they met online whom they have never met.
Never met? Dumb
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I am proud of my DUMBNESS. Thank you.@@marknewton6984
Another note about the surnames scammers choose. Nigerian scammers in particular don't seem to know that Americans have different ethnic backgrounds. You never see Polish, Italian, German, or any sort of Celtic surname. They can only handle Smith, Jones, Brown, Green, etc. Chris is a favorite, but never Christopher. The spelling is too complicated for them. They also don't do a very good job with matching the face to the made-up name. They'll steal a photo from someone who is obviously of Mediterranean origin and call them Chris Jones.
They often also reverse names or use two last names. But I think they do understand the ethnic diversity, they just go for one that is close to the victim's own or what they think will appeal. Don't forget they do extensive profiling of the person before they hit. I had one, I'm not sure if he was Nigerian or an actual Italian. His Italian was excellent and he gave an address that looked real on Google maps but I happened to be there last month and I'm not sure it's an actual residence. Doesn't matter, that was 2 years ago and I didn't fall for it. He asked for money for a medical situation, not knowing that I knew it would be covered in Italy.
A 62 year old guy and an 83 year old woman and he says age is a number. Massive red flag.
Queen, huge red flag, asking if you have had enough rest and if you have eaten are other red flags.
A HUGE problem with scamming & scammers is that most people are too sympathetic. Offering sympathy only absolves the scammed of responsibility for their brainless actions.
Another problem is the terminology. The scammed are most often referred to as "victims". You can only be a door mat if you lay down.
Saying that people "met" the scammer online implies a level of intimacy that is completely absent.
Saying that someone is in an "online relationship" or did or are dating someone online, having never met in real life, in person, is ridiculous. If that is a relationship then millions of people are dating their banks, their streaming services etc.
Scammers love the faux terms, it helps them to scam much easier.
You hit the nail on the head ....I agree 100 percent with you 😅😅
Many people are so confident when they are young because they still have a sharp mind, young and beautiful. But when you get old like more than 80 years old, you will have been through losses and hardships in your life, you might be lonely, vulnerable and more desperate for love and companionship at that time. Plus you might lose your memory too so you might lose your common sense and make stupid mistakes
Whilst that is true. Most of these people have NOT yet slid into dementia and they ARE willing giving money to their "boyfriend". Scary that you reach that age so lacking in basic common sense.
She has done all of that
Another family member should always look after the finances of an elderly person, at that age they sure as hell can't handle money
So the guy tells her, "we'll likely spend 24 hrs. in bed" and this old lady was thinking she could go 24 hrs. with a dude? lol You couldn't make this up, a fool and their $ are soon parted. Her husband wasn't long in the ground before she was looking for a new man! What was she thinking at her elderly age?. Give up the men/lovers in your elderly years get a dog or a cat for company. You just blew your children and grandchildren's inheritance too. If they never come to visit you I wouldn't blame them.
I came across one of these online love scams. We chatted and talked for about 6 months, he kept promising to meet but never would. I smelled a rat. So next thing you know he asked for 4K. First of all, I don't give men money and especially if I never met you. Long story short, I went off on him just for asking. That was the last time I heard from him. So regardless of the sob story, it's hard to get scammed if you never come out your pocket.
I wish my mom was as smart as you! She won't stop talking to a scammer and trying to find ways to give him money to bring him here. I've been showing her articles and videos and she shuts me out. Like this isn't happening to her but I have found out she has made 60k in debt for herself with no intention on paying it off. There is clearly no money to show home improvements in the house or another car. She yells at me to leave her alone, she knows what she's doing, and she did something stupid. She has never been a two face liar but seven months ago is when all this started. Blaming me for things when she was talking to her friends. Now she won't talk to anyone. Not even me. We both don't have anywhere to live if she loses the house on us. Yet she claims we're not losing the house. I don't want to lose the house! It's all I know with growing up here. Sorry for venting but this situation is very stressful on me and I don't know what to do.
So sorry! Just awful! The best option may be to find out which site she is on, create a fake profile and catfish her! As crazy as it sounds! 😂😂😂 Get her to dumps her “man” . Maybe a couple of new “guys” will be interested in her.
Why do I not feel sorry for the "victim" in this case??
We all know they are nigerian come on lets not keep quiet about the fact
Why would an 84 year old woman believe this crap? I just shake my head....
I'm 64 and single and I'm happy with that. If I met the right person- like, met in the real World- then I would consider becoming part of a couple, but when drop-dead 24-y-o Ukrainian and Slovak girls message me out of the blue to tell me how handsome I am and how they adore older men, something called "common sense" always kicks in.
I don't care how old or young you are, do not give/send money to anyone you do not know or have even met!
If I didn't have a conscience, empathy and ethics, it'd be so easy to scam elderly women online. They fall for the lamest pick-up lines and cheesy poetry.
Common Sense.....so very little of it these days.
I’m a cancer patient. If I die, I sure hope my husband waits longer than a year after my death before looking for a new wife. These people barely let the body of their spouse get cold before they’re on dating apps. 🤮
Plus the accent and my queen both huge red flags. People getting back into dating after a long time should do some research on scammers and online dating safety. There are tons of videos on this online.
Bless your heart *AstraTrustHQ* Its SO sad how the scammers prey on the elderly and the uninformed public. Bless you and all others who fight against these crimes. Its horrible how mainstream media is not doing the right thing by shining light on these things to help the public, You’re irreplaceable ❤
"I pray for blessings and grace for both of us ".. lol😂
You will be surprised to learn that the guy is most likely very religious and a regular church goer.
You don't think this is romantic?😂
I be damned if I give up $10.00
HER HUSBAND LEFT HER THINGS FOR HER OLD AGE BUT SHE GAVE IT YO THE SCAMMER.
My sister is elderly and read The Rules for dating. Says to not have a penpal, not give man money. My wife says it sounds old fashioned. Seems it's protection against modern day.
MY QUEEN!!LOL.......RUN FAST.
We live in a sad and depraved world. Honestly, I think humans were a mistake.
I agree!
I agree. Humans have ruined our beautiful planet.
So true. I feel that same way more and more very day.
People make choices to lie and scam. Other people make choices to live decently and honestly. Don't write off the entire human race because of a population of losers.
@@elainebmack I'm not referring to only scammers...Also referring to child/animal abusers, r@pists, killers, abusers of all kinds, predators, people destroying the planet for temporary profit etc. I am disappointed in the human race as a whole.
"Age is just a number" ....... Lady, the only NUMBER that matters is your bank account balance!!!! I used to feel pity for these ladies. Not any more. They are very narcissistic and believe a 20 years younger (or more!!!) guy can fall in love for them and find them hot and gorgeous. Think again. A mirror helps.
This poor woman. At age 84 you’d think she would know better. Believing a younger man wants to spend 24 hours in bed, calling her sexy and hot cost her $98,000.
Stupid knows no age.😢
@2:32 "Pat became suspisious". . . . should've been when he said he's 62 (she's 83).
Precisely. It's completely nuts.
0 sympathy. This scam says more about people's over inflated delusional egos than the mind of the scammer. Who sends thousands to someone you've never met let slone seen.
Why would one look for romance at 84? Enjoy your time with family and travel if you are in good health.
Even granny needs the D
I don’t see anything wrong with wanting love at any age, but why not find a nice local guy?
@PaulaStorm-oh7cd that, too
You hear thousands of storys like that. The methods are quite similar, the phrases are quite similar "age is just a number", "you are my queen", "I fell in love with you at first sight", "I am stranded on an oil rig", etc.
At first I was quite compassionate with the victims because nobody really new that romance scamming was a million-dollar- business for the scammers not just random opportunity. Meanwhile I'm just puzzled and thinking:" Don't you ever listen!!"
I bet Lewis has many different names. We’ve all been fooled by con-men in different ways. We rely on the spoken word, and masters of deception know what to say to gain trust. Widows who are missing a spouse, are often the targets.
These scams have picked up seemingly endless victims in spite of massive warnings and advice on every form of media. Is being alone so horrible a fate? Don't these folks have ANY other way to live with themselves?
Yes, it can be horrible. I am alone and I recently developed a terrible bursitis in my hip and knee where the pain is worse than childbirth. I don't live in the US, don't drive and live 20 steps up from the street. I don't have the resources to hire help and the evaluation process for aid takes time. Fortunately it is only one side and I have a high pain tolerance. I'm still pretty strong otherwise but I had to buy a walker with a seat just so I can make it to the bus stop. I can manage the walker on and off the bus and even on my stairs but a short excursion exhausts me. My house is borderline unacceptably dirty. I manage to cook simple meals I don't let the dishes sit more than a couple of hours in soapy water but it's not how I'm used to living. Having a companion would be a very nice addition to my life. I don't have friends who are available all the time. I'm going to be 77 in Sept.
it boggles my mind that millennials and Gen Z's fall for various online scams that are so common and so well-known in the media.
They are shallow.
First RED FLAG he called her Queen. Nigerian scammers say that all the time. The Social Catfish channel here in TH-cam has so many similar stories to this one.
Keep seniors away from the ibternet 😢
It’s infuriating that women like her just throw their husbands hard earned money away to give to a total stranger when their husbands just wanted to give them security after they pass.
O can,t believe people are still falling for this rubbish
One born every minute.