A man from Whittier, California, has been indicted for allegedly scamming over $2 million from victims on dating apps like Tinder and Bumble from 2021 to 2024. He misrepresented his job as a financial manager and falsely claimed ownership of multiple properties to gain trust. After convincing app users to invest, he reportedly misappropriated the funds for personal expenses, including a Lexus worth $40,000. Now facing 14 charges, he could receive up to 270 years in prison if found guilty. Scams are increasing in the U.S., with significant losses attributed to investment fraud.
According to the Central District of California U.S. Attorney's Office, a California man was indicted on 13 counts of wire fraud for scamming dating app users out of $2 million.
The suspect is accused of lying about his career and financial status to lure dating app users, offering to invest their money but misusing it instead.
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