A self-confessed reformed scammer has given a new insight into a shady industry that preys on vulnerable women. 7NEWS
A self-confessed reformed scammer has given a new insight into a shady industry that preys on vulnerable women.When he first became involved in scamming, he described the con as “thrilling”.“It was kind of fun ... you know, it was a lot of money to be getting” he told 7NEWS.com.au.He says it is not uncommon for young Nigerian men to be “trapped” in the scheme.An inside lookThe 39-page document, dubbed the “scammer bible”, seen by 7NEWS.com.
According to the guide, scammers are told to avoid asking directly for money and should instead make up a story to enact sympathy as to why they need money. Chris warned anyone who is really interested in meeting or being with you will not hesitate to show their face.“If you ask to video call and they don’t want to, that is a red flag.
AFP Cybercrime Operations commander Chris Goldsmid said criminals will invest a significant amount of time – sometimes years – building what seems to be a “legitimate relationship with their victim”.
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