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Description
He used a scam site on Telegram and used the name michael james fucci #212674, ca lawyer but the company name Venable LLP states they do not do scams on their website. He had me sign paperwork from the company. On that paperwork he had the email address: [email protected]. Not sure if he is impersonating a lawyer or if it really him. They say the recovered the money but i have to pay 45k to get an international wire transfer to get my 218k back.
Dollars Lost
$218250
Targeted Person's Location
MN, USA - 55379
Scam Type
Romance
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Business name
Venable LLP IMPOSTER
Date Reported
February 21, 2026
Scam ID
1204578
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