Man, this one hit me in the heart. She reminds me of my aunt, who is an incredibly giving person and donates more than anyone I know. Sometimes her kindness is taken of advantage of, and it makes my blood boil. Thank you guys for saving her $980,700. You dramatically changed her life for the better. The scammers don't stop after 1 success. Thank you, thank you, thank you Nicholas and *Strongwidget* on the internet team. You guys are heroes to me. I'm just so happy this dudes is coming back stronger than ever and i can't begin to express how excited i am for the future jobs. i love these guys so Dearly
You are the exemplification of "with great power comes great responsibility." You have this power and unlike these scumbags, you use it for good *STRONGWIDGET* I just found your page and have been completely enthralled! I love that you're exposing these thieves. I was wondering if these crooks ever go to jail or get fined. Do they? They should!!! Thank you for helping victims of these thieves. Dont stop!!
Working with the industry where people come to them after being exposed to these guys makes me feel like there is some hope in the tech world. This scams needs to stop and I feel like *Strong widget* on the internet have the power to do it. Keep it up!
I am from Kentucky and I love you for doing this *Strong widget.* These scammers are worse than insects, ruining most country's and city's name. I don't know how are they so proud of scamming people. I pray that anyone who reads this get a successful money recovery in life. Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see at a glance-wealth, a great career, purpose is the result of hard work and hustle overtime
I genuinely believe this will be one of the massive help to ever cross the platform. The difference in content compared to what other agents push out really made this service exciting, unique, and fun all at the same time. Congrats man, Bro shoutout to these man being consistant every day and making the start of the week alot better making banger help big up *Strong widget*
Having someone like you who's not only a great innovator but also pulls his best to get the work done so beautifully needs nothing but appreciation. *Vortex* *Trace* Thanks for the well off work you consistently bring your all and I truly appreciate that. Thank you for making corporate life so smooth. Proud to have you on our team. Great work as always
Spectacular performance *VortexTrace* your courage in unveiling the deceitful practices of scammers is making a significant impact. From the cultural melting pot of Istanbul, Turkey, we extend our appreciation and encouragement.
I can't praise you enough for being here for the victims! Thank you so very much *VortexTrace* !! You guys are Superheroes!!! Thanks for looking out for all of us and especially our elderly because they appear to be the most vulnerable. You guys are
My mom was scammed. She sent $50000 cash. Fortunately she called you right after dropping the package off at UPS and you was able to retrieve it after it left the bill. These people are the lowest of the low, what you and your team is doing is a real blessing. THANK YOU *STRONG WIDGET* ! P.S. my mom's had several scam calls since, but now she enjoys playing with them....hoping she'll get more calls. Maybe she'll join you someday in the People's Center...
You and your team and your associates are absolute legends. Thanks so much for the work that you've all been doing *VortexTrace* Keep up with the great work, you've been doing!! Thank you for saving and protecting millions of Americans from this heartless people... What comes around, goes around Let them have it!! God bless your heart for helping us the victim
I've always loved what you do, You deserve true appreciation and support for helping these victims. You are an inspiration for all to always do what is right, whether it's like this, or simple things on a day to day basis. Thank you, *VortexTrace* . Keep fighting for those who can't or are unaware they are needing to fight for themselves. You are the definition of a hero, man.
If anyone in the below comments say there is someone that has recovered their lost funds, they are scammers as well. That is not how it works. They will take your information, take your money, and you will be scammed again. You can even see that their translator software cannot form a correct sentence.
Hearing these people's voices over the phone SO thrilled to be evil, almost giddy sounding, is utterly disgusting. Thank you *VortexTrace* all you and your team does to shut them scammers down!
Great work, *Vortextrace* - I’m thrilled that you’re actively combatting these scammers. It’s crucial to prioritize the safety of the elderly and the public by taking every necessary measure to protect them. You truly deserve recognition for your efforts!!!!!
Exceptional work, *Vortextrace* - I'm glad you're battling these jerks out there. We must take every precaution to safeguard the elderly and the general public from these disgusting scam artists! You've earned it!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for keeping us safe, brothers!!!!!!
You're doing an outstanding job, *VortexTrace* ! I'm thrilled that you're out there battling these scoundrels. It's absolutely crucial to protect the elderly and the general public from these deplorable scammers. You truly deserve all the praise and recognition for keeping us safe! Kudos to you, my brother. Your efforts are deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize. Keep up the amazing work…
This was legitimately so wholesome. You can tell at the ending of getting Your money back that it wasn't scripted at all when *VortexTrace* proposed. This warmed my heart today! Congratulations Guys! So happy for y'all
Bless your heart *VortexTrace* . Its so sad how the scammers prey on the elderly and the uninformed public. Bless you and all others who fight against these crimes. It’s horrible how mainstream media is not doing the right thing by shining light on these things to help the public….
This guy does more to prevent and stop online scammers than the FBI *GrindTechiei* You're not only closing down scammers but also educating the public, making them aware. Well done!!
I never realized how many of these scammers are actually kidnapped slaves forced into this kind of work. When people talk about the victims of scamming, that's a side that's never looked at. The only people who are really benefitting from these scams is those few at the very top, not usually the person doing the dirty work
The excitement in your voice when you finally reach a victim with money back is priceless. You're so compassionate and empathetic. Merry my regards to you and your loved ones, *GrindTechiei* 👍 Thank you for everything you do,
Only people who didn't come from RUclips are worthy of liking this *Strong widget* 🏆 what a journey it’s been! this £200,000 recovery has been an inspiration to us all, congrats!!! ❤️
Wow. Thank you for this video! I thought I was well educated on this; but I had NO idea that these companies/gangs were forcing people to be scammers. This is frigging insane. Kudos to the people actively trying to stop them!
There is a better fight than this. Scamming scammers cyber education. And scamming scammers RUclips. And all these people that say you will get your money back for a fee, you never get your money back.Anotber Scam
For sure you are scamming for your life in there. These are just one of many compounds, many more are found in Myanmar, Laos and even Dubai. Heard the worst is in Myanmar in areas that are ran by rebel forces as the country is politically fractured. If you have nothing to show for your efforts you might even get your organ's harvested. A human being is just a walking stack of cash to these sick fucks.
I remember getting a job offer to Cambodia, and I was so happy that the only thing that made me change my mind was my unavailability to get my passport early and also the first Cambodia job scam video BBC published. Kudos to you guys! I strongly believe one day these scammers will meet their waterloo Including all government officials taking bribes from them.
Man, every time I watch one of your videos, I have to say what hero you are. Help these two old couples get their money back. GrindTechiei put tears in my eyes for this you’ve done, very wonderful man. Hatred and anger is what we all feel about scammers for sure!
For this reason I think in the next decades we will go back to good old face-to-face dating. The internet is simply a door to hell, full of scammers, everywhere, whether it's videogames, romance, work, etc.
The excitement in your voice when you finally reach a victim is priceless. You're so compassionate and empathetic. Merry my regards to you and your loved ones, *GrindTechiei* 👍 Thank you for everything you do’
A big red flag is when someone says they love you after 2 to 4 weeks of chatting online. How can they love you if you have not met in real life. I was talking to a beautiful African business woman, she lived in London, England. After 2 weeks said she loved me. She said she would visit me after closing a big business deal in Africa set to make her one hundred thousand pounds. While she was in Africa closing the deal she had a problem and asked if I could send her £5000 or the deal would fall through. She offered me £25,000 in return. She even dropped what she needed to £2000 as she manged to scrape together £3000. I actually thought it was quite funny and played along for a while.
No, many ordinary people make absurdly swift declarations of love. The real red flag is the request for funds. Unfortunately, a significant proportion of people are susceptible to such influence.
@@anhedonianepiphany5588 nah, that is a red flag even if it isnt a scam. That is called love bombing and it isn't a good sign for a long term relationship.
This guy does more to prevent and stop online scammers than the FBI *GrindTechiei* You're not only closing down scammers but also educating the public, making them aware. Well done’
The dude is just not fakeing . The finishes of the goals. Beautiful. Magisterial. Love you *VortexTrace* .! Whoever's reading this, I pray that whatever your going through gets better and whatever your struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic recovery! Amen
Admirable job, *VortexTrace* I’m glad to see you actively combating these individuals who lack integrity. We must prioritize the protection of the elderly and the wider public from these reprehensible scammers! Well done, my friend!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for your commitment to keeping us safe.😊😊
In India, in the city of Kolkata, such type of scam call centers are operating. These criminals are scaming people all around the world. So it is requested Ms. Momta Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal to crack down on these criminals. But as the government of West Bengal is not taking enough action against these criminals, the Honble Supreme Court of India should take action suo motu.
@@idkwhybut... Are you accusing Rasmiranjan of scamming? He's just talking about a region in India where many of the scam calls originate, nothing wrong.
Being lonely is not a crime. What these men did was to take away someone's confidence and made them feel ashamed about being lonely. My heart goes out to these victims.
Some are not victims. They know that their work is illegal yet they still chose to support these recruiters. There are red flags during the hiring process but continue to apply.
One hopes that your heart also goes out to the countless men who’ve been “romance scammed” by women. Of course, sending money under instruction from an internet stranger is biggest red flag there is, so all such victims are vulnerable people, regardless of gender.
You can see the anger and frustration towards these scumbags in his eyes. Grind Techiei I support you. You are doing AWESOME work. Never give up. This is the kind of recovery agent that should get a tv show. National tv series & platforms to show the scammers their days are numbered. Thank you for what you do.
The world is a better place with *STRONG WIDGET* in it. That was amazing!!! We've been waiting for this our profits to get back to us for so long, and of course, He didn't disappoint us! This guy always does the most extreme challenges
I know about this scam, but I didn't know the scammers could be victims too. When Didi said he couldn't wait anymore, I thought he was gonna commit suicide 😢 I am so glad he made it out.
Thank you for posting. I've been watching the phishing scams from the women's pov. I understood that influencers and ordinary posters were victims: having their images and profiles misappropriated. This is a whole other level of victimization involving kidnapping, human trafficking and human brutality. This virtual scam is too real!
My husband was scammed $4.8 millions by the same tactic. Everything here described how a victim got hooked and invested and scammed all true. Our lives have completely turn upside down. We lost all our life saving and own lots of debts.
My fellow Filipinos has been rescued in Cambodia as well. They were victims of human trafficking and forced to work as scammers. Malaysian government should track down the leader of that syndicate just like how Watanabe has been captured in the Philippines.
This document is very hard to watch because it reminds me exactly of my situation when i got scammed back in 2021. It has been 2 years since I got scammed and I still feel very bad and haven't move on with my life. They authority doesn't do anything and the Swedish police just blamed me for investing in Crypto. I am still shocked after the scam and dont reallyy know if I ever be able to recover.
I was under the assumption that if it is crypto, they go to a specific wallet and authorities can actually get some funds back. You should look into that, but don't trust anyone that advertise with how to get your back that comment on this video. They are scammers too.
If you fell for scams already, lost your savings and suicidal... Please don't forget that it's only a start. It is humiliating to fall for the scams, cause you were emotionally vulnerable online to be manipulated. Or financially vulnerable to think this investment could make you rich too. Humiliation comes from being cheated when you were vulnerable. So, treat this as a infidelity of your partner/betrayal of your business partner. Cause that's what it is. You got cheated. It shouldn't stop your life. You can earn again, love again and live again. This time... Do it with real people you see, be with, live with. Even if they are not your "dream" partner... They're real, they're there, living with you, looking at you, not courageous to ask you, but not manipulative to scam you either. So, take that step with people you are with. ❤️✌️
@@sheenajacosalem8673 it sucks. Admitting it makes it real and move on. These are 21st century pickpocketing or con jobs. As for love.. chalk it up to.. love is blind in person or online. Falling makes you come up with few bruises, you cry, relive the fall and you will be alright. Hopefully another fall wouldn't be the same. This time "guardrails" they're your way to be wiser. Take care ✌️
There's very few that civilian organizations like GASO can do to stop these scammers and the crime chain behind them as they’re simply so well organized and armed. Sadly none of the surrounding countries’ government want to touch this ground of evil.
Because they are getting paid and bribe! That’s what happens. These men get guns and power to do this because the government get the kick back money. Every corrupt country is like this.
@@MobBarley00 They're literally doing nothing. That's not any better than watching RUclips. When's the last time you were on their website or any social media platform? I've been in this situation up to my neck for almost a year, and GASO isn't any kind of resource at all.
@@AZ-kr6ff There's not much they can do. They are bound by the law that protects these criminals. All they can do is provide a refuge & try to make as many people as possible aware of the situation.
Excellent job, GrindTechiei -I'm delighted you're out there fighting these jerks. We must do everything possible to protect the elderly and the general public from these vile con artists! You deserve it!! Big up, brother, you deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for keeping us safee>
Another sad/jacked up thing about this is people will watch this and STILL get scammed. This was a well done documentary and really sad for the victims . I’m so glad didi made it home ❤. Shame on law enforcement and the govt for not taking action
@@sonadubna8448 It's sad that videos by Belle Delphine, Markiplier, Nick Avocado, Pewdiepie, and Pokimane get millions of views in a single day while this only has 17K views in its third day!
Astounding work Grind techiei so lively you are out there connecting with these disappointments.. We really want to do all that we can for spare the more prepared and the general public from these horrendous clowns! Adulation to YOU!! You merit the Nobel prize for keeping us safe.big up family’
Hey bud, just wanted you to know that everything you do is necessary and thank you so much for what vou do. It's more than just a recovery service, you're helping people. You're actually the push for me to get my degree in Information Technology so that I can protect people from heartless people like this. Thank you for all you do *VortexTrace* you're a genius with a big heart and principles. Support and Respect from uk
Didi story is becoming one of the many in south east Asia which lead to death if they weren’t able to pay back an extortion fee to buy back their freedom. The Cambodia authority doesn’t do anything. It is heart broken to know many young adults from Vietnam also got scam into scamming more like them into the same ring in Cambodia and ended up dead. I’m beyond grateful that we are all coming together to raise awareness to support the victims as well as potential victims. Thank you BBC for covering the story and using your platform to be our voice.
Never ever EVER send money to anyone, invest in anything, “fall in love” with someone, that you’ve only known online. There are so many people out there looking for you to take your money.
This is so sickening and DEPRAVED..It never fails to amaze me how humans can be so cruel to one another 💔 😢..I am Heart-broken just watching the victims being physically and psychologically maltreated😭😭.And all these for material things that we shall all LEAVE BEHIND when we die.... How VAIN!
It never fails to amaze me how humans can be so gullible and naive and stupid. She 1st invests 20k and makes a few thousand, then she invests 250k and then another 250k hahahaha
Laughing at the victim of a crime Charles Jay… how pathetic. I can tell just by your grammar that you don’t have a spare 500k, the dogs wouldn’t even target you. How about you get some compassion.
@@Elle-vm3ge you just repeated your sentence " I can tell just by your grammar that you don’t have a spare 500k" WHY???? no need to repeat dear. Have some compassion for someone who gave millions to a scammer she met online???? hahaha NO sorry How the hell can you tell by my grammer how much money i have, i don't see the link between my grammer and my wealth. Did you know that English is NOT everybodys first language, are you expecting all 7.8 billion people in the world to be perfect in English on you-tube???? I'm 49 years old, i have a degree in chemistry a masters in business and a teaching degree (PGCE), i've travelled to over 50 countries and speak 3 languages. I have 14 properties in the UK 7 in Budapest and 4 in Belgrade and 8(4 commercial) in Sri Lanka..... i'm pretty sure i got 500k, how about you. Please let me know what mistake i made in my grammer PS: sooo happy the dogs won't target me
@Elle Laughing at the victims are you ?, well keep laughing but known this: someone close to you might just become a victim of those Heartless criminals.....SOME DAY!
False. I have great family and friends in my life. They are not out to eat me 😂😂. My family and friends also helped me to have a great self esteem and be loved. So I don’t fall a victim to these romance scams. I’m not naive to the evil in this world. But there are a lot of great people
What is just so fascinating and scary about this is it shows just how dark this world really is. Not only people being scammed but how the scammers themselves are victims and a part of large organized crime. You think the scammer who contacted you is the worse person ever when in fact he is probably a victim under whatecer circumstance. The lure of money and a better life causes crime that you couldn't even begin to fathom.
I was scammed after trying to purchase a puppy. The worst part was after the first deposit of 500 Canadian and they said the puppy needed a special kennel and document I knew it wasascam but a part of me still hoped it wasn't and sent another 300. I still feel stupid 3 years later.
Oooo, i feel for u. U just wanted a pet. I was also buying kittens, and they also offer to pay booking fee, but i chose a kitten with not booking fees - u come, take a kitten, give the money. The only transaction i accept with strangers. Also the first kitten, siamese, he brought us into a parking lot, we took him home and only at hime we discovered he did not have a tail. 🤣🤣🤣. But we love him not less
@@opaaaaaaaaaaa looking back on it the where they got me was after getting so excited, my heart overuled my brain making me think "what if they are telling the truth" even tho the pit in my stomach , knew better.
The thing is that when you are getting scammed the time when you transfer money... That moment can never be changed, the feeling of fear, excitement, nervousness, etc makes you to transfer as long as you have money left or can arrange. More the money more time it takes to lay the foundation... Got scammed for the first time few days ago... Around 150$ which is a lot in Indian currency. I have filed complaints etc. But I know I won't get back the money. Finally the moral of the story... Either never bet or play with money and set a limit while playing enjoying whatever you are doing online. I learned my lesson early and believe me if you think you are intelligent, educated and stuff, sorry to say but you have 100% chance of getting scammed.
Whilst it’s true that being more highly educated is not a shield against being scammed, those of very high intelligence fall victim to this far less often than average. The main determining factor is one’s degree of suggestibility.
@@anhedonianepiphany5588 you are definitely right.. One of my friend said that I have never done betting for anything. Either be of small or big amount. In this case he will for sure be much better protected from online fraud. This ELYS gaming technology scam is very much active here in India. Many people have lost few even I know... Filed complaint and asked bank to reverse my transaction but I don't think anyone cares about your money unless it's very big amount and you can make documentary on it.
I am so appreciative of what you and your colleagues do to hopefully save people from the pond scum people out there trying to scam unsuspecting victims *VortexTrace* Amen to you and what you do. God Bless and please keep up the good work. Peace
Outstanding job done by *Charge-backtools* !! I'm so glad you're out there battling these vile con artists. We must take every precaution to protect the general people and the elderly from these vile con artists!! Bravo to you! You ought to be awarded the Nobel Prize for protecting us. Big up, brother.
Thank you for making this video and spreading the awareness of the scams. Thank you to all people who are fighting and opposing these scams. Didi is a brave man.
My respects to the courageous people that have made this presentation possible. We are all vulnerable in so many different ways, and that makes us targets for those that have no moral codes . They are simply evil.
The only thing is they didn't really help that guy Didi. Them saying they're confident after his escape....that wasn't really anything to do with them, that was his own bravery
Maybe they provided the safe house and means for him to get home. Some people who were scammed to go work at these places sometimes continue to work there because they have no means to earn money to get back home.
Outside support helps a lot, even if it's emotional. I believe he would've killed himself if he didn't have anyone to talk to about how he doesn't want to do what he's doing.
Any help is better than no help at all. As some other commenters have stated, providing a safe house once you are able to find your way out is also a form of help as well. Remember, the moment you are in those compounds, your passport has been confiscated so you are really a nobody in a foreign country. You'll need a place to stay while you sort things out with the embassy when you most likely have no money on you. There was even a case where somebody managed to get their family members to pay the ransom but the organization arranged and paid for a taxi or driver to pick the person up from outside the compound. If you randomly board the closest taxi you can find, there is no guarantee they won't drive you off to a different compound to have you sold for a handsome reward. Greed runs deep in a poverty stricken place.
I know someone who is being targeted by scams and we are in the process of helping him see he is being scammed. It's crazy how these evil people can brainwash vulnerable people. Terrifying.
It is because of such a regime and country that "stealing, lying and scamming" are naturally become a part of many businesses and everyday life. In a way, even people who live in that country are numb. So sad, so shameful. 😔😔 Who made Sihanoukville, Cambodia a city of sin?❓❓ Who shamed all other Chinese in the world?❓❓
Thats not even the main issue. These people literally blindly go to some random website to invest money...like what...and this woman was a lawyer yet she goes to a random website to invest millions
exactly why I never interact with any sketchy fake WhatsApp and Instagram scam chats. Do you, focus on you, no good comes from a man who does not give you anything concrete besides “heart emojis”, lawddd
Its happening in UK, I've just come out of a relationship with a man ,6 years, all he wanted was my money, used every little excuse he could, I was blinded by love, I loved him, but he was only in the relationship to get what he could out of me. It's absolutely broke my heart, and my confidence in men ,well theres no trust left at all. . . Never been so broken, how this man fooled me.
I’m so sorry to hear that😥, Tina. You were just deceived by someone who pretended to care for you, but only wanted your money. Please don’t blame yourself or feel ashamed. It’s not your fault. You deserve to be loved and respected by someone who is honest and trustworthy. Don’t let this experience stop you from pursuing happiness and fulfilling your dreams. You are not alone. We're all here for you.
I'm so sorry to hear that. I just watched a documentary about an elderly Canadian woman who got thrown in jail last year for smuggling cocaine into Hong Kong, which she'd been tricked into doing as part of an Ethiopian-based romance scam
Lol so what you wanted was a man that provided for you ..women all over the world grow up with the intention of finding a man that will provide for her but if a man does it we get called names ..women are the biggest scroungers an even if they are in a relationship they will still be on the lookout for the man with more money
Or, being that she's fighting terminal cancer, she's not too caught up in the money and is more focused on living the best life she can in whatever time she has left.
Hey *GrindTechiei* just wanna thank you again for offering to help me out with scammers about a year ago. Your a stand up guy and I am greatful to you, glad your doing so well. Thanks again keep up the great work and ROCK ON WITH YOUR AWESOME SELF BROTHER’
Great video! Scammers think of new and creative ways to trick unsuspecting victims every year. We deal with crypto scam cases all the time and and there's always something that surprises us.
In Australia we are dealing with the ‘hi mum’ scam, where they text you and pretend they are your child and their phone has broken and they are stranded. When that stopped working they started texting as ‘mum’ or ‘dad’ - I nearly fell for it when I received a text with the name ‘mum’ on the screen, like it was from my contacts. I am getting messages from ‘mum’ ‘dad’ and my kid from an unknown number asking for money daily.
@@blondesense1708 wow, i m from Finland and i received exactly such message on whatsup, the problem is people speak finnish in Finland, not english, and the message came in english. I did call my sons (all 3 of them) just to be sure. Message said i broke my phone please call this number. Of course i did not call THAT number, but i wonder what were they trying to achieve
Admirable job, *VortexTrace* I’m glad to see you actively combating these individuals who lack integrity. We must prioritize the protection of the elderly and the wider public from these reprehensible scammers! Well done, my friend!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for your commitment to keeping us safe.!!!!!!
It's horrible being scammed of money, but my heart breaks for those men/women that were kidnapped, imprisoned and then tortured if they weren't good enough scammers. It wouldn't surprise me if those people are murdered later on and have their organs harvested.
Thanks so much for exposing scammers... They are a plague to this world and what you are doing is admirable and amazing! *GrindTechiei* I'm your biggest fan•
This was a very sad and triggering documentary, as someone who has been scammed and kidnapped before, I totally feel for those who have been trapped into these wretched organisations. I find it so very upsetting that the systems of justice and governments that are supposed to be protecting the people are themselves the crooks that allow these things to happen. As these cases continue to grow, I wouldn’t be surprised that some form of vigilante justice will eventually emerge to topple the ring leaders with many times the vengeful violence they perpetrate. In the grey where these gutless scum hide will also be the grey they will find their protection limited.
Shame on Facebook and all the dating sites that don't allow face recognition. If every site had face recognition, they couldn't steal photos of innocent victims. Celebrities, doctors ,lawyers. They even steal photos from us.
Bravo, *Charge backtools* I'm so glad you're out there fighting these con artists. We must do everything in our power to protect the victims and the general public from these despicable scammers. You're a true hero my brother, Noble price for getting back my funds.
You should do one more video about GlobalTraceAssets like you're smooth movement and you seem like you're altogether taught. notice loads of forces to be reckoned with and you for the most part seem, by all accounts, to not entirely settled and know exactly very thing you're examining and handle it. You're better at getting a handle on jumbled things just, than another person on youtube keep it up, kin!
I don't answer the phone or accept emails from anyone I don't know anymore. To the woman who survived cancer. You suffered greatly with health issues. I wish you the very best with your recovery.
33:27 =Same... I still feel sick when I try to withdraw in the bank or cash in my GCash account... In the two days the money I needed to pay to withdraw in that event, those 2 things are now inlaid with what I felt at that time, connected to the memory of the time I got scammed...
Honestly I am surprised people still fall for this. This is the same method as romance scammer, using the pic of usually Asian influencers, celebrities. Their pick up line even the same sentences (usually get their message from Instagram). Just don’t send money/invest to someone you don’t know. Find attention somewhere else.
@@Soni-vc4jb i think a common sense is needed. Are you willing to let go that much of money to a complete stranger in an untrusted platform?! I think not. Added, they like the delusion of people caring for them. I remember in one video, a woman is scam for 8 years! A group of scam baiters went to the money mule house, presented the facts, and the woman still denied it. I get loneliness, it’s killing you. But always trust your gut instinct. Do reverse image search (usually difficult with Asian influencers faces to find their real accounts). Do a proper sit down video chat. They can dubbed a short video but never a lengthy one, where you actually interacting. And don’t invest/give money to a stranger. As simple as that! Nothing sophisticated about it. Believe me. It’s even laughable their opening message on IG or wrong number whatsapp text.
You are doing a noble service to all people! I wish I was smart enough to help you. GrindTechiei sir,I am computer illiterate. Thank you for fighting people who are taking advantage of vulnerable people like myself
You people are amazing! I appreciate you rescuing so many possible victims. Raise awareness You've gained yet another fan. I appreciate you offering this service. These con artists must be stopped right away; they are despicable. You're greatly benefiting the world by doing this myRETRIEVAL.
Man, this one hit me in the heart. She reminds me of my aunt, who is an incredibly giving person and donates more than anyone I know. Sometimes her kindness is taken of advantage of, and it makes my blood boil. Thank you guys for saving her $980,700. You dramatically changed her life for the better. The scammers don't stop after 1 success. Thank you, thank you, thank you Nicholas and *Strongwidget* on the internet team. You guys are heroes to me.
I'm just so happy this dudes is coming back stronger than ever and i can't begin to express how excited i am for the future jobs. i love these guys so Dearly
You are the exemplification of "with great power comes great responsibility." You have this power and unlike these scumbags, you use it for good *STRONGWIDGET*
I just found your page and have been completely enthralled! I love that you're exposing these thieves. I was wondering if these crooks ever go to jail or get fined. Do they? They should!!! Thank you for helping victims of these thieves. Dont stop!!
Working with the industry where people come to them after being exposed to these guys makes me feel like there is some hope in the tech world. This scams needs to stop and I feel like *Strong widget* on the internet have the power to do it.
Keep it up!
I am from Kentucky and I love you for doing this *Strong widget.*
These scammers are worse than insects, ruining most country's and city's name. I don't know how are they so proud of scamming people.
I pray that anyone who reads this get a successful money recovery in life. Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see at a glance-wealth, a great career, purpose is the result of hard work and hustle overtime
I genuinely believe this will be one of the massive help to ever cross the platform. The difference in content compared to what other agents push out really made this service exciting, unique, and fun all at the same time. Congrats man, Bro shoutout to these man being consistant every day and making the start of the week alot better making banger help big up *Strong widget*
Having someone like you who's not only a great innovator but also pulls his best to get the work done so beautifully needs nothing but appreciation. *Vortex* *Trace* Thanks for the well off work you consistently bring your all and I truly appreciate that. Thank you for making corporate life so smooth. Proud to have you on our team. Great work as always
Spectacular performance *VortexTrace* your courage in unveiling the deceitful practices of scammers is making a significant impact. From the cultural melting pot of Istanbul, Turkey, we extend our appreciation and encouragement.
I can't praise you enough for being here for the victims! Thank you so very much *VortexTrace* !! You guys are Superheroes!!! Thanks for looking out for all of us and especially our elderly because they appear to be the most vulnerable. You guys are
My mom was scammed. She sent $50000 cash. Fortunately she called you right after dropping the package off at UPS and you was able to retrieve it after it left the bill. These people are the lowest of the low, what you and your team is doing is a real blessing. THANK YOU *STRONG WIDGET* !
P.S. my mom's had several scam calls since, but now she enjoys playing with them....hoping she'll get more calls. Maybe she'll join you someday in the People's Center...
You and your team and your associates are absolute legends. Thanks so much for the work that you've all been doing *VortexTrace* Keep up with the great work, you've been doing!! Thank you for saving and protecting millions of Americans from this heartless people... What comes around, goes around Let them have it!! God bless your heart for helping us the victim
I've always loved what you do, You deserve true appreciation and support for helping these victims. You are an inspiration for all to always do what is right, whether it's like this, or simple things on a day to day basis. Thank you, *VortexTrace* . Keep fighting for those who can't or are unaware they are needing to fight for themselves. You are the definition of a hero, man.
If anyone in the below comments say there is someone that has recovered their lost funds, they are scammers as well. That is not how it works. They will take your information, take your money, and you will be scammed again. You can even see that their translator software cannot form a correct sentence.
Stop worrying about fools that don't know how to protect their money
@@pinecedar180 too late, he has already worried.
:( this is sad
@@pinecedar180 naw we should care. YOU can opt out however
Very true 😂they get scammed again
Hearing these people's voices over the phone SO thrilled to be evil, almost giddy sounding, is utterly disgusting. Thank you *VortexTrace* all you and your team does to shut them scammers down!
Great work, *Vortextrace* - I’m thrilled that you’re actively combatting these scammers. It’s crucial to prioritize the safety of the elderly and the public by taking every necessary measure to protect them. You truly deserve recognition for your efforts!!!!!
Exceptional work, *Vortextrace* - I'm glad you're battling these jerks out there. We must take every precaution to safeguard the elderly and the general public from these disgusting scam artists! You've earned it!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for keeping us safe, brothers!!!!!!
You're doing an outstanding job, *VortexTrace* ! I'm thrilled that you're out there battling these scoundrels.
It's absolutely crucial to protect the elderly and the general public from these deplorable scammers. You truly deserve all the praise and recognition for keeping us safe! Kudos to you, my brother. Your efforts are deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize. Keep up the amazing work…
This was legitimately so wholesome. You can tell at the ending of getting Your money back that it wasn't scripted at all when *VortexTrace* proposed. This warmed my heart today! Congratulations Guys! So happy for y'all
Bless your heart *VortexTrace* . Its so sad how the scammers prey on the elderly and the uninformed public. Bless you and all others who fight against these crimes.
It’s horrible how mainstream media is not doing the right thing by shining light on these things to help the public….
This guy does more to prevent and stop online scammers than the FBI *GrindTechiei* You're not only closing down scammers but also educating the public, making them aware. Well done!!
I never realized how many of these scammers are actually kidnapped slaves forced into this kind of work. When people talk about the victims of scamming, that's a side that's never looked at. The only people who are really benefitting from these scams is those few at the very top, not usually the person doing the dirty work
top persons, paving their road to hell
The excitement in your voice when you finally reach a victim with money back is priceless. You're so compassionate and empathetic. Merry my regards to you and your loved ones, *GrindTechiei* 👍 Thank you for everything you do,
Only people who didn't come from RUclips are worthy of liking this *Strong widget* 🏆 what a journey it’s been! this £200,000 recovery has been an inspiration to us all, congrats!!! ❤️
What a terrible world with cruel and terrible people all over..
Wow. Thank you for this video! I thought I was well educated on this; but I had NO idea that these companies/gangs were forcing people to be scammers. This is frigging insane. Kudos to the people actively trying to stop them!
There is a better fight than this. Scamming scammers cyber education. And scamming scammers RUclips.
And all these people that say you will get your money back for a fee, you never get your money back.Anotber Scam
For sure you are scamming for your life in there. These are just one of many compounds, many more are found in Myanmar, Laos and even Dubai. Heard the worst is in Myanmar in areas that are ran by rebel forces as the country is politically fractured. If you have nothing to show for your efforts you might even get your organ's harvested. A human being is just a walking stack of cash to these sick fucks.
I like the way Cindy has handled the situation, they couldn’t break her down.
Praying for all victims especially .
I'm surprised her children didn't instantly recognize it as a scam.
This docu really makes you appreciate what you have!
My neighbor was a tourist in Cambodia few months back. He was extorted by local police!
Have had the same thing happen in Bali, Indonesia. When the authorities in these third world countries are corrupt the whole country smells of evil.
I remember getting a job offer to Cambodia, and I was so happy that the only thing that made me change my mind was my unavailability to get my passport early and also the first Cambodia job scam video BBC published. Kudos to you guys! I strongly believe one day these scammers will meet their waterloo Including all government officials taking bribes from them.
Man, every time I watch one of your videos, I have to say what hero you are. Help these two old couples get their money back. GrindTechiei put tears in my eyes for this you’ve done, very wonderful man. Hatred and anger is what we all feel about scammers for sure!
For this reason I think in the next decades we will go back to good old face-to-face dating. The internet is simply a door to hell, full of scammers, everywhere, whether it's videogames, romance, work, etc.
The excitement in your voice when you finally reach a victim is priceless. You're so compassionate and empathetic. Merry my regards to you and your loved ones, *GrindTechiei* 👍 Thank you for everything you do’
They are using deep fakes of the voices of your loved ones now too! Always double check!
Great work 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗶. Your efforts to helping victims is being recognized and appreciated. Cheers to more accomplishments!
A big red flag is when someone says they love you after 2 to 4 weeks of chatting online.
How can they love you if you have not met in real life.
I was talking to a beautiful African business woman, she lived in London, England. After 2 weeks said she loved me.
She said she would visit me after closing a big business deal in Africa set to make her one hundred thousand pounds.
While she was in Africa closing the deal she had a problem and asked if I could send her £5000 or the deal would fall through.
She offered me £25,000 in return. She even dropped what she needed to £2000 as she manged to scrape together £3000.
I actually thought it was quite funny and played along for a while.
🤣🤣🤣👍u should write more. That was fun
No, many ordinary people make absurdly swift declarations of love. The real red flag is the request for funds. Unfortunately, a significant proportion of people are susceptible to such influence.
@@anhedonianepiphany5588 nah, that is a red flag even if it isnt a scam. That is called love bombing and it isn't a good sign for a long term relationship.
@@sicaris415 I didn’t suggest that it was healthy, just that it happens frequently and innocently.
This guy does more to prevent and stop online scammers than the FBI *GrindTechiei* You're not only closing down scammers but also educating the public, making them aware. Well done’
The dude is just not fakeing . The finishes of the goals. Beautiful. Magisterial. Love you *VortexTrace* .! Whoever's reading this, I pray that whatever your going through gets better and whatever your struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic recovery! Amen
Admirable job, *VortexTrace* I’m glad to see you actively combating these individuals who lack integrity. We must prioritize the protection of the elderly and the wider public from these reprehensible scammers! Well done, my friend!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for your commitment to keeping us safe.😊😊
In India, in the city of Kolkata, such type of scam call centers are operating. These criminals are scaming people all around the world. So it is requested Ms. Momta Banerjee, the Chief Minister of West Bengal to crack down on these criminals. But as the government of West Bengal is not taking enough action against these criminals, the Honble Supreme Court of India should take action suo motu.
Is not your prime minister Modi scamming entire nation????
Lol do you think she will do something and also it's not only in kolkata but all metropolitan cities
Wow. Y'all comment scammers are legit scamming in a video about scams
@@idkwhybut... Are you accusing Rasmiranjan of scamming? He's just talking about a region in India where many of the scam calls originate, nothing wrong.
Being lonely is not a crime. What these men did was to take away someone's confidence and made them feel ashamed about being lonely. My heart goes out to these victims.
Some are not victims. They know that their work is illegal yet they still chose to support these recruiters. There are red flags during the hiring process but continue to apply.
ok boomer
One hopes that your heart also goes out to the countless men who’ve been “romance scammed” by women. Of course, sending money under instruction from an internet stranger is biggest red flag there is, so all such victims are vulnerable people, regardless of gender.
@@anhedonianepiphany5588 My heart goes out to anyone who has been scammed .
@@astraearodriguez1618 👈💤🥱💤🥱💤
Victim-blaming is unfair & pointless. Scammers are a vile type of criminals. Stealing from a dying woman… How depraved.
You can see the anger and frustration towards these scumbags in his eyes. Grind Techiei I support you. You are doing AWESOME work. Never give up. This is the kind of recovery agent that should get a tv show. National tv series & platforms to show the scammers their days are numbered. Thank you for what you do.
The world is a better place with *STRONG WIDGET* in it. That was amazing!!! We've been waiting for this our profits to get back to us for so long, and of course, He didn't disappoint us! This guy always does the most extreme challenges
I know about this scam, but I didn't know the scammers could be victims too. When Didi said he couldn't wait anymore, I thought he was gonna commit suicide 😢 I am so glad he made it out.
I was waiting for the reveal that Didi was also scamming with his story. Being “held captive” is another tactic used.
Thank you for posting. I've been watching the phishing scams from the women's pov. I understood that influencers and ordinary posters were victims: having their images and profiles misappropriated. This is a whole other level of victimization involving kidnapping, human trafficking and human brutality. This virtual scam is too real!
My husband was scammed $4.8 millions by the same tactic. Everything here described how a victim got hooked and invested and scammed all true. Our lives have completely turn upside down. We lost all our life saving and own lots of debts.
My fellow Filipinos has been rescued in Cambodia as well. They were victims of human trafficking and forced to work as scammers. Malaysian government should track down the leader of that syndicate just like how Watanabe has been captured in the Philippines.
well.. corruption , corruption, corruption.. that is why those governments won’t do shite,,
This document is very hard to watch because it reminds me exactly of my situation when i got scammed back in 2021. It has been 2 years since I got scammed and I still feel very bad and haven't move on with my life. They authority doesn't do anything and the Swedish police just blamed me for investing in Crypto. I am still shocked after the scam and dont reallyy know if I ever be able to recover.
I was under the assumption that if it is crypto, they go to a specific wallet and authorities can actually get some funds back. You should look into that, but don't trust anyone that advertise with how to get your back that comment on this video. They are scammers too.
Don't let the scammers still have a hold of your life. It's a terrible situation to happen. Sorry.
Lol. Wanted to become rich and fast. Greed is a sin
Sometimes good people make bad choices. It doesn’t mean they are bad people. It means they’re human. Stay strong! Hopefully, you will get over it.
@@missolesoul You are 100% CORRECT! Scammers target these videos about scammers to initiate "first contact". The best solution = TRUST NO ONE!
If you fell for scams already, lost your savings and suicidal... Please don't forget that it's only a start. It is humiliating to fall for the scams, cause you were emotionally vulnerable online to be manipulated. Or financially vulnerable to think this investment could make you rich too. Humiliation comes from being cheated when you were vulnerable. So, treat this as a infidelity of your partner/betrayal of your business partner. Cause that's what it is. You got cheated. It shouldn't stop your life. You can earn again, love again and live again. This time... Do it with real people you see, be with, live with. Even if they are not your "dream" partner... They're real, they're there, living with you, looking at you, not courageous to ask you, but not manipulative to scam you either. So, take that step with people you are with. ❤️✌️
Good grief 🤦🏾♀️
Sam God bless you for such kind words 🤗❤️.... Everyone can press that restart button... There's hope🕯️
I love this ❤
This really hit me. I am love scammed.
@@sheenajacosalem8673 it sucks. Admitting it makes it real and move on. These are 21st century pickpocketing or con jobs. As for love.. chalk it up to.. love is blind in person or online. Falling makes you come up with few bruises, you cry, relive the fall and you will be alright. Hopefully another fall wouldn't be the same. This time "guardrails" they're your way to be wiser. Take care ✌️
There's very few that civilian organizations like GASO can do to stop these scammers and the crime chain behind them as they’re simply so well organized and armed. Sadly none of the surrounding countries’ government want to touch this ground of evil.
Because they are getting paid and bribe! That’s what happens. These men get guns and power to do this because the government get the kick back money. Every corrupt country is like this.
GASO doesn't do anything.
At least they trying to make a difference. Better than just watching RUclips videos on scams..
@@MobBarley00
They're literally doing nothing.
That's not any better than watching RUclips.
When's the last time you were on their website or any social media platform?
I've been in this situation up to my neck for almost a year, and GASO isn't any kind of resource at all.
@@AZ-kr6ff There's not much they can do. They are bound by the law that protects these criminals. All they can do is provide a refuge & try to make as many people as possible aware of the situation.
Excellent job, GrindTechiei -I'm delighted you're out there fighting these jerks. We must do everything possible to protect the elderly and the general public from these vile con artists! You deserve it!! Big up, brother, you deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for keeping us safee>
Another sad/jacked up thing about this is people will watch this and STILL get scammed. This was a well done documentary and really sad for the victims . I’m so glad didi made it home ❤. Shame on law enforcement and the govt for not taking action
Shame on BANKS ! They alow this happens!
@@sonadubna8448 Banks can't send staff to your house to raise you better.
@@Mana-br4ew Banks can recognize suspicious transactions.
@@sonadubna8448 It's sad that videos by Belle Delphine, Markiplier, Nick Avocado, Pewdiepie, and Pokimane get millions of views in a single day while this only has 17K views in its third day!
@sona dubna they can't stop you for sending money that you want to send..
Astounding work Grind techiei so lively you are out there connecting with these disappointments.. We really want to do all that we can for spare the more prepared and the general public from these horrendous clowns! Adulation to YOU!! You merit the Nobel prize for keeping us safe.big up family’
Hey bud, just wanted you to know that everything you do is necessary and thank you so much for what vou do. It's more than just a recovery service, you're helping people. You're actually the push for me to get my degree in Information Technology so that I can protect people from heartless people like this. Thank you for all you do *VortexTrace* you're a genius with a big heart and principles. Support and Respect from uk
Phenomenal work, BBC, thank you.
BBC is a scam funny enough. Forcing and intimidating users into paying for TV licence.
except for exposing so much details of the safehouse?
Thanks to BBC World Service as it is good to find the comment section is open..... as it always should be.
Didi story is becoming one of the many in south east Asia which lead to death if they weren’t able to pay back an extortion fee to buy back their freedom.
The Cambodia authority doesn’t do anything.
It is heart broken to know many young adults from Vietnam also got scam into scamming more like them into the same ring in Cambodia and ended up dead.
I’m beyond grateful that we are all coming together to raise awareness to support the victims as well as potential victims.
Thank you BBC for covering the story and using your platform to be our voice.
Never ever EVER send money to anyone, invest in anything, “fall in love” with someone, that you’ve only known online. There are so many people out there looking for you to take your money.
If its too good to be true, its too good to be true..
This is so sickening and DEPRAVED..It never fails to amaze me how humans can be so cruel to one another 💔 😢..I am Heart-broken just watching the victims being physically and psychologically maltreated😭😭.And all these for material things that we shall all LEAVE BEHIND when we die.... How VAIN!
It never fails to amaze me how humans can be so gullible and naive and stupid. She 1st invests 20k and makes a few thousand, then she invests 250k and then another 250k hahahaha
Laughing at the victim of a crime Charles Jay… how pathetic. I can tell just by your grammar that you don’t have a spare 500k, the dogs wouldn’t even target you. How about you get some compassion.
Yes and those ppl scammed me and my hole life are destroyed. There is not one day I don't think about it. It has been 1,5 year 😔
@@Elle-vm3ge you just repeated your sentence " I can tell just by your grammar that you don’t have a spare 500k" WHY???? no need to repeat dear.
Have some compassion for someone who gave millions to a scammer she met online???? hahaha NO sorry
How the hell can you tell by my grammer how much money i have, i don't see the link between my grammer and my wealth. Did you know that English is NOT everybodys first language, are you expecting all 7.8 billion people in the world to be perfect in English on you-tube????
I'm 49 years old, i have a degree in chemistry a masters in business and a teaching degree (PGCE), i've travelled to over 50 countries and speak 3 languages. I have 14 properties in the UK 7 in Budapest and 4 in Belgrade and 8(4 commercial) in Sri Lanka..... i'm pretty sure i got 500k, how about you.
Please let me know what mistake i made in my grammer
PS: sooo happy the dogs won't target me
@Elle
Laughing at the victims are you ?, well keep laughing but known this: someone close to you might just become a victim of those Heartless criminals.....SOME DAY!
if there is 1 thing I learned in this world, is everything and everyone is out to scam or eat you.
I'm not, but I understand
that sounds pretty bleak, i don't think 100% of everything is out to get someone.
@@infinityiznow thanks for being the only one, I might be a second one but no way to prove it! 😁😆⭐
False. I have great family and friends in my life. They are not out to eat me 😂😂. My family and friends also helped me to have a great self esteem and be loved. So I don’t fall a victim to these romance scams. I’m not naive to the evil in this world. But there are a lot of great people
@@shachede6828 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣u will be the first one to fall for a scam.
What is just so fascinating and scary about this is it shows just how dark this world really is. Not only people being scammed but how the scammers themselves are victims and a part of large organized crime. You think the scammer who contacted you is the worse person ever when in fact he is probably a victim under whatecer circumstance. The lure of money and a better life causes crime that you couldn't even begin to fathom.
I was scammed after trying to purchase a puppy. The worst part was after the first deposit of 500 Canadian and they said the puppy needed a special kennel and document I knew it wasascam but a part of me still hoped it wasn't and sent another 300. I still feel stupid 3 years later.
Just adopt a dog from the streets.
You will be more happy that way
Oooo, i feel for u. U just wanted a pet. I was also buying kittens, and they also offer to pay booking fee, but i chose a kitten with not booking fees - u come, take a kitten, give the money. The only transaction i accept with strangers. Also the first kitten, siamese, he brought us into a parking lot, we took him home and only at hime we discovered he did not have a tail. 🤣🤣🤣. But we love him not less
I have the dog, send 100.
@@bambinaforever1402 funny lol.
@@opaaaaaaaaaaa looking back on it the where they got me was after getting so excited, my heart overuled my brain making me think "what if they are telling the truth" even tho the pit in my stomach , knew better.
Even RUclips here is not free from scams
The thing is that when you are getting scammed the time when you transfer money... That moment can never be changed, the feeling of fear, excitement, nervousness, etc makes you to transfer as long as you have money left or can arrange. More the money more time it takes to lay the foundation... Got scammed for the first time few days ago... Around 150$ which is a lot in Indian currency. I have filed complaints etc. But I know I won't get back the money.
Finally the moral of the story... Either never bet or play with money and set a limit while playing enjoying whatever you are doing online. I learned my lesson early and believe me if you think you are intelligent, educated and stuff, sorry to say but you have 100% chance of getting scammed.
Whilst it’s true that being more highly educated is not a shield against being scammed, those of very high intelligence fall victim to this far less often than average. The main determining factor is one’s degree of suggestibility.
@@anhedonianepiphany5588 you are definitely right.. One of my friend said that I have never done betting for anything. Either be of small or big amount. In this case he will for sure be much better protected from online fraud. This ELYS gaming technology scam is very much active here in India. Many people have lost few even I know... Filed complaint and asked bank to reverse my transaction but I don't think anyone cares about your money unless it's very big amount and you can make documentary on it.
Profiting from pure human misery!
I am so appreciative of what you and your colleagues do to hopefully save people from the pond scum people out there trying to scam unsuspecting victims *VortexTrace* Amen to you and what you do. God Bless and please keep up the good work. Peace
Outstanding job done by *Charge-backtools* !! I'm so glad you're out there battling these vile con artists. We must take every precaution to protect the general people and the elderly from these vile con artists!!
Bravo to you! You ought to be awarded the Nobel Prize for protecting us. Big up, brother.
Thank you for making this video and spreading the awareness of the scams. Thank you to all people who are fighting and opposing these scams. Didi is a brave man.
My respects to the courageous people that have made this presentation possible. We are all vulnerable in so many different ways, and that makes us targets for those that have no moral codes . They are simply evil.
The only thing is they didn't really help that guy Didi. Them saying they're confident after his escape....that wasn't really anything to do with them, that was his own bravery
Maybe they provided the safe house and means for him to get home. Some people who were scammed to go work at these places sometimes continue to work there because they have no means to earn money to get back home.
Outside support helps a lot, even if it's emotional. I believe he would've killed himself if he didn't have anyone to talk to about how he doesn't want to do what he's doing.
Any help is better than no help at all. As some other commenters have stated, providing a safe house once you are able to find your way out is also a form of help as well. Remember, the moment you are in those compounds, your passport has been confiscated so you are really a nobody in a foreign country. You'll need a place to stay while you sort things out with the embassy when you most likely have no money on you. There was even a case where somebody managed to get their family members to pay the ransom but the organization arranged and paid for a taxi or driver to pick the person up from outside the compound. If you randomly board the closest taxi you can find, there is no guarantee they won't drive you off to a different compound to have you sold for a handsome reward. Greed runs deep in a poverty stricken place.
I know someone who is being targeted by scams and we are in the process of helping him see he is being scammed. It's crazy how these evil people can brainwash vulnerable people. Terrifying.
It is because of such a regime and country that "stealing, lying and scamming" are naturally become a part of many businesses and everyday life. In a way, even people who live in that country are numb. So sad, so shameful. 😔😔
Who made Sihanoukville, Cambodia a city of sin?❓❓ Who shamed all other Chinese in the world?❓❓
Does that go for Nigerians as well?
I was a victim a month ago, am yet to recover. But am doing fine. Thanks for this documentary. Stay alert people. Everyone is after your money.
Bloody hell, don’t text or talk to strangers.😂
Well said
They get us 'cause we are vulnerable...they try and connect to establish friendship....all fattening up the PIGS
You would think that adults would know that.
Exactly
Thats not even the main issue. These people literally blindly go to some random website to invest money...like what...and this woman was a lawyer yet she goes to a random website to invest millions
They teach kids "Stranger Danger" . It's not just for kid's its for anyone at any age.
exactly why I never interact with any sketchy fake WhatsApp and Instagram scam chats. Do you, focus on you, no good comes from a man who does not give you anything concrete besides “heart emojis”, lawddd
Its happening in UK, I've just come out of a relationship with a man ,6 years, all he wanted was my money, used every little excuse he could, I was blinded by love, I loved him, but he was only in the relationship to get what he could out of me. It's absolutely broke my heart, and my confidence in men ,well theres no trust left at all. . . Never been so broken, how this man fooled me.
I’m so sorry to hear that😥, Tina. You were just deceived by someone who pretended to care for you, but only wanted your money.
Please don’t blame yourself or feel ashamed. It’s not your fault. You deserve to be loved and respected by someone who is honest and trustworthy. Don’t let this experience stop you from pursuing happiness and fulfilling your dreams.
You are not alone. We're all here for you.
I'm so sorry to hear that. I just watched a documentary about an elderly Canadian woman who got thrown in jail last year for smuggling cocaine into Hong Kong, which she'd been tricked into doing as part of an Ethiopian-based romance scam
You are not the only one. Cheer up
Lol so what you wanted was a man that provided for you ..women all over the world grow up with the intention of finding a man that will provide for her but if a man does it we get called names ..women are the biggest scroungers an even if they are in a relationship they will still be on the lookout for the man with more money
Yes.Never let this people take away your love and kindness.God bless you.
I am sorry for all the victims. Be careful and cautious with who we let in our circle. Better be safe than sorry ❤
If this woman can lose a couple million and say she is lucky.....she must be extremely rich!!
Look at her lifestyle, it is clear she made big in that divorce and probably had some on her own.
The extravagant wealth, which endures, makes it much harder to be sympathetic in her case.
Or, being that she's fighting terminal cancer, she's not too caught up in the money and is more focused on living the best life she can in whatever time she has left.
@@user-kpkxgtj Even if that made sense, she’s failing. It seems that she can afford to, though, unlike most.
Hey *GrindTechiei* just wanna thank you again for offering to help me out with scammers about a year ago. Your a stand up guy and I am greatful to you, glad your doing so well. Thanks again keep up the great work and ROCK ON WITH YOUR AWESOME SELF BROTHER’
Wow … this is way over the Nigerian way of scamming…
im afraid this might give them new ideas :(
@@kumbinella3192 my fear exactly
Thank you, BBC! A great documentary that hopefully will help many people to better protect themselves in this online scam era!
Great video! Scammers think of new and creative ways to trick unsuspecting victims every year. We deal with crypto scam cases all the time and and there's always something that surprises us.
In Australia we are dealing with the ‘hi mum’ scam, where they text you and pretend they are your child and their phone has broken and they are stranded. When that stopped working they started texting as ‘mum’ or ‘dad’ - I nearly fell for it when I received a text with the name ‘mum’ on the screen, like it was from my contacts. I am getting messages from ‘mum’ ‘dad’ and my kid from an unknown number asking for money daily.
@@blondesense1708 It's the same in Germany...Scams run all over the world.
@@blondesense1708 wow, i m from Finland and i received exactly such message on whatsup, the problem is people speak finnish in Finland, not english, and the message came in english. I did call my sons (all 3 of them) just to be sure. Message said i broke my phone please call this number. Of course i did not call THAT number, but i wonder what were they trying to achieve
Admirable job, *VortexTrace* I’m glad to see you actively combating these individuals who lack integrity. We must prioritize the protection of the elderly and the wider public from these reprehensible scammers! Well done, my friend!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for your commitment to keeping us safe.!!!!!!
It's horrible being scammed of money, but my heart breaks for those men/women that were kidnapped, imprisoned and then tortured if they weren't good enough scammers. It wouldn't surprise me if those people are murdered later on and have their organs harvested.
38 minutes makes me really pain.
Thanks so much for exposing scammers... They are a plague to this world and what you are doing is admirable and amazing! *GrindTechiei* I'm your biggest fan•
This was a very sad and triggering documentary, as someone who has been scammed and kidnapped before, I totally feel for those who have been trapped into these wretched organisations. I find it so very upsetting that the systems of justice and governments that are supposed to be protecting the people are themselves the crooks that allow these things to happen. As these cases continue to grow, I wouldn’t be surprised that some form of vigilante justice will eventually emerge to topple the ring leaders with many times the vengeful violence they perpetrate. In the grey where these gutless scum hide will also be the grey they will find their protection limited.
There are many scams even scams to sell you pets that don't exist.
Shame on Facebook and all the dating sites that don't allow face recognition. If every site had face recognition, they couldn't steal photos of innocent victims. Celebrities, doctors ,lawyers. They even steal photos from us.
There are others who call themselves Rt,scammed a few of my friends ,
The people fighting this really are a light in this world.
Bravo, *Charge backtools* I'm so glad you're out there fighting these con artists. We must do everything in our power to protect the victims and the general public from these despicable scammers. You're a true hero my brother, Noble price for getting back my funds.
*Charge backtools* is a money recovery *_Scam!_*
Thank you bbc for this post and documentary! A great public service job !
You should do one more video about GlobalTraceAssets like you're smooth movement and you seem like you're altogether taught. notice loads of forces to be reckoned with and you for the most part seem, by all accounts, to not entirely settled and know exactly very thing you're examining and handle it. You're better at getting a handle on jumbled things just, than another person on youtube keep it up, kin!
*Scam!!*
I received these kind messages so many times but never talked to them immediately blocked
It is ok to be single.
I don't answer the phone or accept emails from anyone I don't know anymore.
To the woman who survived cancer. You suffered greatly with health issues. I wish you the very best with your recovery.
33:27 =Same... I still feel sick when I try to withdraw in the bank or cash in my GCash account... In the two days the money I needed to pay to withdraw in that event, those 2 things are now inlaid with what I felt at that time, connected to the memory of the time I got scammed...
I watched this and suddenly was receiving texts from unknown numbers
Honestly I am surprised people still fall for this. This is the same method as romance scammer, using the pic of usually Asian influencers, celebrities. Their pick up line even the same sentences (usually get their message from Instagram). Just don’t send money/invest to someone you don’t know. Find attention somewhere else.
@@Soni-vc4jb i think a common sense is needed. Are you willing to let go that much of money to a complete stranger in an untrusted platform?! I think not. Added, they like the delusion of people caring for them. I remember in one video, a woman is scam for 8 years! A group of scam baiters went to the money mule house, presented the facts, and the woman still denied it. I get loneliness, it’s killing you. But always trust your gut instinct. Do reverse image search (usually difficult with Asian influencers faces to find their real accounts). Do a proper sit down video chat. They can dubbed a short video but never a lengthy one, where you actually interacting. And don’t invest/give money to a stranger. As simple as that! Nothing sophisticated about it. Believe me. It’s even laughable their opening message on IG or wrong number whatsapp text.
You are doing a noble service to all people! I wish I was smart enough to help you. GrindTechiei sir,I am computer illiterate. Thank you for fighting people who are taking advantage of vulnerable people like myself
You people are amazing! I appreciate you rescuing so many possible victims. Raise awareness You've gained yet another fan. I appreciate you offering this service. These con artists must be stopped right away; they are despicable. You're greatly benefiting the world by doing this myRETRIEVAL.