Women are cautioned against falling for romance scams.

Women in the Western Cape have been warned by police not to fall for romance scams. This comes after a 42-year-old Nigerian national was arrested on suspicion of defrauding a Canadian woman in a romance scam.

It is said that the victim was convinced to contribute 24 million rand to an international project in 2022.

The suspect was arrested on Tuesday following an investigation.

According to the Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi, the suspect will appear in court soon.

“The following tips could help women identify possible dating scammers: they look and sound very caring and responsible; they always come up with business proposals; they do not want their picture taken; they do not want to meet you in a public place; they always hide their identification documents; they do not introduce you to their families; they want to own everything in the relationship; they do not take you to their real house; and they always come up with contradictory stories.” Said Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi.

 

Done by: Esobusi Mkangelwa