Dating safely
Most people you meet are exactly who they say. These habits protect you from the few who aren’t.
Report romance scams to the FTC
If someone you met online asks for money, gift cards or crypto, stop contact and report it at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Reports help the FTC and law enforcement track scams.
Source: FTC: New fraud reporting platform, ReportFraud.ftc.gov
Tell the FBI's IC3 if you have lost money
If you have sent money to someone you met online, report it to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov and contact your bank straight away. Be wary of anyone who will not meet in person or on video.
New Mexico investment romance scams
The New Mexico Securities Division warns about matches who talk up their wealth and push you toward an investing app or website. Do a reverse image search, insist on meeting or a clear video call, and report investment scams to the Securities Division on 505-476-4580.
Source: New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department: Don't fall in love with a scammer