Love or Lies? Exposing web3-ethereum.vip’s $145,000 Scam

When scams hit close to home, they cut deep. A victim recently lost $145,000 to the fraudulent site web3-ethereum.vip, orchestrated through a romance scam. The scammer played on emotions, gained trust, and directed the victim to invest in this fake platform. Funds were funneled through cryptocurrency transactions, later traced to exchanges like Btse.com and HTX. Unfortunately, these addresses and transactions became part of a larger web of deceit.

Imagine believing you’re building a future with someone you trust, only to have that trust shattered. That’s what happened here. The scammer promised financial growth and security through a “special investment opportunity.” But when the victim tried to withdraw funds, excuses and silence followed. The fraudulent domain, web3-ethereum.vip, impersonated a legitimate Ethereum-related entity, adding credibility to their con.

We worked closely with the victim to trace the stolen cryptocurrency. Our investigators uncovered two key cash-out points and compiled a report for authorities. Every trace we uncovered brought some clarity to a confusing and painful ordeal.

If you ever face a situation like this, trust your instincts. Scams like these are real, but with diligence and expert help, they can be fought. The romance may have been fake, but the crime is very real. Don’t let emotions blind you to the warning signs. Always verify before you trust.