Minister Warns: Romance Scam Victims Surge in 2025
On Valentine's Day, the State Government is urging Western Australians to stay alert to con artists, with new figures showing a rise in romance scam cases.
Commerce Minister Dr Tony Buti has released the following media statement: Tainted love: romance scam victims climb in 2025 | Western Australian Government
Key points:
Romance scammers steal $3.8 million from 63 Western Australians in 2025
Victim numbers increasing amid AI-enhanced scam tactics
Reminder for consumers to know their rights when ordering Valentine's gifts online
Scam reports can be lodged via the WA ScamNet website
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements/ministers-announcement-tainted-love-romance-scam-victims-climb-2025
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