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The scammer claimed to be the womens brother that i was talking to and it was my fault she was put in jail. For my punishment i had to get apple gift cards. Macys cards and steam cards to pay him. And if i didnt then he would expose my pictures to my job and bossrs and say i was a sex offender. The pictures were x-rated photos and he was going to expose them to all my contacts,family and bosses unless i paide him. I have all tbe ampunts and places i purchased the cards from in my bank statements.

Dollars Lost

$4970

Targeted Person's Location

CA, USA- 95360

Scammer Information
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Unknown Location

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(850) 317-3516

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WhatsApp

Scam Type

Romance

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Business name

Unknown

Date Reported

June 25, 2025

Scam ID

1005089


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