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Anatomy of a Romance Scam

Monday, November 16, 2020 2:38 PM
From: Ryli

Dear Yulia,

Wow, such a beautiful photo! I will send you more soon, and videos too. But, today I was very busy setting up a Western Union account online.

Thanks for contacting Western Union to clarify the matter. Perhaps the agent I was talking to was unaware that it’s a violation of rights to confirm the recipients contact information. I think maybe they just requested this in order to ensure your name was filled out correctly.

But, it is not an issue now. I decided to try to complete the transfer online as you suggested, and I have great news! It was successful, and I used the information you sent earlier when filling out the recipient info. I am so happy we finally figured this out together. You should now have the money you need to finish making your travel preparations. I have attached a screenshot of the information I entered on the Western Union Site. I am so excited! I can’t wait to finally see you in real life. I never thought I’d ever have the chance to be with a woman as beautiful and amazing as you! But, I am very lucky to have you in my life, and I am glad I could help finance your trip to come visit me!

I am sorry that it took me a bit longer. I know you wanted to take care of travel arrangements yesterday, but I tried to complete these as soon as I could. My dear Yulia, I am a little worried though. I am not sure how you will pick up the money. The site said that you must have ID, and that the name must match exactly. You do not have your passport yet. I hope you have some other form of official ID that you can use. I think you need to show this ID to collect the money. I think you also need this code:

178-475-6299

Hopefully this is everything you need. I hope I did everything correctly, and that you receive the money soon, so that you can finish applying for your visa.

I miss you and I can’t wait to fall asleep with you, and wake up with you on my chest like you dream. I have the same dream, and I can’t wait for it to come true next month with you!

Ryli