Oceanside Police Chief’s Corner: Don’t Get Scammed

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There is no shortage of creative ways criminals will work to swindle you out of your hard-earned cash. With Valentine’s Day approaching, I want to bring attention to a popular avenue thieves will utilize to find victims – online dating sites and apps. Criminals who carry out romance scams are experts at what they do and will seem genuine, caring, and believable. Con artists are present on many dating and social media sites. Sadly, many who become victims do not report it, allowing thieves to continue victimizing others. I have a few tips to help you avoid becoming a victim.