Overview
Romance scams often include manipulation, threats, and repeated contact. Focus on preserving proof, reducing risk, and building a clear narrative for reporting.
What to prepare
• Chat exports (WhatsApp/Telegram/email/dating app) • Screenshots of money requests, threats, promises, identity claims • Payment records (bank, gift cards, crypto, remittance) • Profiles, usernames, phone numbers, emails
Steps
• Preserve key messages: Save requests, threats, and payment prompts first. • Reduce contact safely: Block/report after preserving proof; avoid confrontation. • Structure payments: List dates, amounts, methods, destinations, references.