If you’ve encountered the trading platform at m.micmarkfx.cc/#/user or used the ACMJ app, be cautious. This case involves a scammer who manipulated emotions to steal funds. The scammer first connected with the victim on Facebook, pretending to be a romantic partner. Over time, they pushed the victim to invest in short-term trading for ETH, BTC, and gold. They promised high returns of 18-20%. Eventually, they persuaded the victim to use a trading app called ACMJ, which linked to the Mic Markets platform. The app later blocked withdrawals, claiming the victim hadn’t met “trading volume requirements.” They then demanded extra taxes of $2,852.64 before any funds could be released.

The victim had $30,000 trapped in their account and tried everything to withdraw funds, including taking screenshots of fake customer service responses and error messages. The app seemed to be under the scammer’s full control, as it mysteriously locked and unlocked functionality. The scammer also used emotional pressure, gifting a fake $53,000 to encourage larger investments and even asking the victim to use their mother’s identity to create another account. All attempts to withdraw funds failed. The platform eventually demanded additional payments, which raised more red flags.

This scam used manipulation, false promises, and technical controls to isolate and deceive the victim.

It’s clear this was a well-planned scam. Every move—from fake gifts to locking withdrawals—was meant to keep victims paying. If you see apps or websites with these tactics, avoid them. While the victim hoped it wasn’t too late, this case confirms the danger of trusting unverified platforms and people online. Always investigate before investing, and if you’ve fallen victim, reach out to professionals for help.