It began with a simple “Hello” on the social media platform Threads. The retiree, who lives near the south-western German ...

Spanish journalist Carlos Barragán delves into the world of the Yahoo Boys, young Nigerian hustlers who scam lonely ...

Romance scams are when a fraudster builds a fake emotional relationship online or over text, then eventually asks for money under false pretenses — like an "emergency," travel costs, or even ...

Three people, including two Nigerian nationals, were arrested after police uncovered a drug trafficking operation linked to a ...

Ahead of the most romantic holiday of the year, authorities Thursday warned people to be extra cautious on dating websites, apps or social media as scammers are looking to take advantage of people ...

Scam texts are becoming more sophisticated. Learn how to spot the warning signs, avoid common schemes, and protect yourself ...