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Romance Scams Exposed: How Catfishers Manipulate Victims

Season 35 Episode 3509

Romance scams are rising fast, targeting people searching for love and connection online. Bonnie Erbé speaks with cybersecurity experts Jessica Robinson and Zinet Kemal about how catfishing scams work, why victims often stay silent, the role of social media and dating apps, and how to protect yourself from financial and emotional harm.

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