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DFPI — Victim narrative (California)
A California resident reports being approached by “Ethan” on the dating app Bumble. After some conversation, Ethan suggested they move their conversations over to WhatsApp. Ethan said he worked for a reputable fashion company and managed multiple stores in the west coast. Ethan regularly sent photos of himself and said he wanted to meet in person on several occasions. Over time, Ethan began to encourage the victim to invest in crypto. Ethan guided the victim through the process of opening an account at a crypto exchange and then suggested that the victim invest in crypto options through the tr
Estimated loss: $1,000
Type: Fraudulent Trading Platform | Pig Butchering Scam | Romance Scam
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