Romance Fraud

Love is in the air. Unfortunately, so is crime. Valentine’s Day approaches, so you know what that means. That’s right, it’s time to brush up on romance-related fraud. A niche industry, perhaps, yet one that can yield big business for those who choose to wield love as a weapon in the pursuit of cold, hard […]

4 years ago

75 cases of romance fraud were reported in 2019, resulting in losses suffered in excess of €1 million. Valentine’s Day is traditionally a time for marketing companies and couples who swear they don’t take the thing seriously but actually do to shine. There’s a less wholesome aspect to this joyous day of life, though, as […]

6 years ago