Crime News & Safety Reports

Police in Hyderabad are investigating a series of scams where women lure men to high-end pubs in Jubilee Hills before disappearing and leaving the victims with exorbitant bills. Authorities have increased surveillance in the area following over 70 similar complaints.

Recent police booking reports from Southwest Louisiana include multiple arrests for battery of a dating partner. These incidents underscore the prevalence of domestic violence occurring within established dating relationships.

A Texas man was manipulated by romance scammers into laundering money for an international criminal organization after meeting a contact on a dating app. The report serves as a warning about how emotional manipulation is used to turn victims into accomplices in financial fraud.

President Trump has signed the bipartisan Romance Scam Prevention Act into law to combat financial fraud on dating platforms. The legislation mandates that dating services must issue fraud ban notifications to users who have interacted with individuals subsequently removed from the app for fraudulent activity.

A man from Salford has been sentenced to prison for the rape of two women he encountered through dating applications. The conviction follows an investigation by the Greater Manchester Police.

A man from Salford has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of raping two women he encountered through dating applications. The case highlights the ongoing risks of sexual violence associated with meeting strangers online.

Following a 22% increase in romance scam losses in 2025, new legislation now requires dating apps to notify users of potential fraud risks. The article highlights that while this law improves transparency, victims rarely recover funds lost through bank transfers, which remain the primary method for these scams.

Thai and South Korean authorities conducted joint raids in Bangkok on October 19, resulting in the arrest of 10 suspects. The group is accused of operating romance scams and impersonating prosecutors to defraud victims.

Match Group has partnered with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) to educate users on identifying red flags and avoiding financial fraud on dating apps. The initiative aims to help users recognize potential scams and utilize safety features like reporting and location sharing.

A new federal law aims to address the $1.47 billion in losses reported by romance scam victims in the U.S. by requiring platforms to alert users if they have communicated with a banned fraudster. This measure specifically targets the common practice of scammers moving victims off the app to private messaging platforms.

The US Scam Center Strike Force announced that it has successfully recovered $800 million in funds since 2025. The recovery efforts are largely tied to investigations into widespread romance and financial scams.

Authorities in Los Angeles County are seeking additional victims after a 35-year-old man was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting and robbing a man he met on a dating app. The suspect, Junior Romero Carbajal, reportedly met the victim in person in August before committing the crimes.

A 49-year-old man was charged with multiple sex offenses after allegedly assaulting a 15-year-old girl he connected with on a dating application. The charges include unlawful sexual intercourse and contacting a minor with the intent to commit a sex offense.

Convicted fraudster Shimon Hayut, known as the 'Tinder Swindler,' has announced plans to launch a new dating app called 'Safe Love.' The industry group Online Dating and Discovery Association has urged Apple and Google to block the app, citing concerns over the founder's history of deception.

A new US congressional report reveals that millions of scammers have successfully matched with users on Tinder and Hinge. The investigation highlights how outdated machine learning models and insufficient safety measures have left users vulnerable to devastating financial exploitation.

Following a federal investigation, it was revealed that Tinder failed to update its fraud-detection technology for years, leaving users vulnerable to scams. The report notes that Americans lost approximately $1.5 billion to such dating app fraud in 2025.

A Senate investigation led by Senator Hassan revealed that Match Group's outdated machine learning models allowed romance scammers to operate with increased success. The company has since faced pressure to implement more robust defenses against AI-driven fraud.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland is warning the public about a rise in romance scams involving dating apps and the use of gift cards. Authorities describe the perpetrators as skilled manipulators who use emotional tactics to defraud victims.

A convicted rapist named Amadeusz Giers continued to use a dating website to stalk and target potential victims while he was on remand for previous crimes. The 39-year-old had previously subjected two partners to a decade of extreme surveillance and psychological abuse.

The UK-based Online Dating and Discovery Association has launched a consumer safety panel that includes survivors of romance fraud. The panel will work to review and improve safety features on dating platforms to better protect users.

Hong Kong police arrested 10 individuals, including students, linked to a syndicate that utilized fake job advertisements and dating scams to defraud victims. The group allegedly manipulated electronic wallet accounts to funnel over HK$2.1 million in illicit funds from at least 43 different scams.

Federal authorities in Oregon unsealed a complaint against 35-year-old Daejon Labrayae Love, who is accused of posing as a San Francisco 49ers player to defraud at least 26 women. The operation, which involved an accomplice posing as a financial adviser, allegedly swindled victims out of approximately $1.3 million by displaying fake assets and investment opportunities.

The dating app Pure is facing a $1 million lawsuit filed by the family of a 13-year-old girl who was allegedly assaulted by a man posing as a teenager on the platform. The suit claims the company failed to implement adequate safety measures to prevent minors from accessing the app.

The Online Dating and Discovery Association (ODDA) has requested that Apple and Google block a new dating app, "Safe Love," founded by Simon Leviev, a convicted fraudster known for previous romance scams. Industry leaders expressed deep concern over the potential for continued financial and psychological harm if Leviev is permitted to operate a platform.

Congress passed the Romance Scam Prevention Act on September 24, 2026, to mandate that dating apps provide warnings about potential scammer intent. The legislation aims to hold platforms accountable for protecting vulnerable users from financial exploitation.

Simon Leviev, known as the 'Tinder Swindler,' is reportedly attempting to launch a new dating app marketed as a safe platform. The proposal has faced significant backlash and irony due to his history of scamming women out of millions on similar platforms.

The family of a 13-year-old girl has filed a lawsuit against the dating app 'Pure' following an incident where a former sheriff's deputy allegedly used the platform to contact and sexually assault the minor. The former deputy, Nicholas Burbridge, is currently facing criminal charges related to the encounter.

A Massachusetts man is being held without bail after being charged with kidnapping a woman he reportedly met on a dating app. The victim was allegedly held captive in an attic for several weeks.

A Massachusetts man is being held without bail after pleading not guilty to kidnapping a woman he met on a dating app. Prosecutors allege he held the victim captive in an attic for several weeks.

Shimon Hayut, known as the 'Tinder Swindler,' is planning to release a new dating app called Safe Love that claims to use identity verification to prevent fraud. Industry groups are actively lobbying Apple and Google to ban the app from their stores due to Hayut's history of criminal activity.

Shimon Hayut, known as the 'Tinder Swindler,' is attempting to launch a new dating app that he claims will be safe due to his own experience committing fraud. Industry groups are actively working to prevent the release of the app, citing his history of using false identities and passports to deceive victims.

Shimon Hayut, known as the 'Tinder Swindler' for his history of romance fraud, is planning to launch a new dating app that claims to use identity verification to prevent scams. Industry groups are reportedly attempting to block the release of the app due to Hayut's criminal background.

Atlanta police are investigating a violent incident where a man was robbed and assaulted by an individual he met through a dating app. The attack occurred at a private residence, prompting local authorities to issue a reminder about safety when meeting people online.

A woman is set to face trial for kidnapping and assaulting a man she met on a dating app in 2022. The victim was discovered by police in a parking lot, naked and bleeding, following the encounter.

The U.S. Senate passed the Romance Scam Prevention Act, which mandates that dating apps notify users if they have been in contact with an account later banned for financial fraud. The bill aims to curb the billions of dollars lost annually to romance scams by increasing transparency for potential victims.

Spice Holdings LLC introduces DDD to encourage millions of dating-app users to "Check Before You Date. Know Before You Trust."

Scammers are spending months building fake relationships before convincing victims to move money into fraudulent investment platforms. Here's how the scheme works — and the warning signs to watch for.

Generative AI has made it easier than ever to invent a convincing person. Learn how fake profiles are built, and the checks that still expose them.

When a match starts talking about crypto, forex, or a "great investment opportunity," you're no longer on a date — you're a target. Here's the anatomy of the pitch.

The decisions you make before a first date matter more than any app's safety features. A practical, step-by-step checklist for meeting someone new.

The uniform, the overseas deployment, and the urgent fee — the military romance scam is still running after a decade because it comes pre-packaged with excuses for every red flag.

Your match's phone number can reveal the name it's registered to, whether it's a disposable VoIP line, and whether it's been linked to other names. Here's what to check.

Digital coercion often hides in flattery and persistence. Knowing the warning patterns — and how to respond — can stop abuse before it escalates.

Before arranging a first date, a background check can reveal criminal records, prior charges, and registry listings. Why due diligence matters more than ever.

A 60-year-old woman reported that every man she matched with on dating apps turned out to be a fraudster. The article highlights the growing prevalence of romance fraud, which saw reported losses exceed £92 million in 2024.

A single mother from Oregon was defrauded of $40,000 by a man she met on Tinder who posed as a civil engineer. The scammer used fake photos and emotional manipulation to gain her trust before stealing her money.

American victims lost over $1 billion to romance scams in 2023, with critics arguing that major dating platforms like Match Group need to improve safety measures. Law enforcement officials note that these apps are increasingly being used as hunting grounds by international criminal organizations.

The New York Attorney General issued a consumer alert regarding 'pig butchering' scams where fraudsters use dating apps to build trust before convincing victims to make fake investments. These schemes are designed to systematically drain the victim's finances over time.