A deeply concerning romance and cryptocurrency scam has been reported, involving a fraudulent scheme orchestrated by an individual claiming to be Richard Daub. The scam began on Tinder, with the scammer quickly developing a seemingly intimate relationship with the victim, eventually leading to discussions of engagement and marriage. Over time, the victim was manipulated into transferring a substantial sum of money under the guise of assisting with legal and financial obstacles related to a large payment the scammer was allegedly due to receive.
Key Details for OSINT Investigations:
- Scammer’s Alias: Richard Daub
- Contact Email:
richard.daub@yahoo.com
- Contact Number: (812) 551-7304
- Fraudulent Website:
https://pro.blakeyinvestco.co/
- Reported Locations: San Diego, CA – 1516 Vine St, San Diego, CA 92103; Fort Wayne, IN; Doha, Qatar; and a claim of a physical bank in England.
- Scam Type: Cryptocurrency (Under the pretense of romance)
- Reported Loss: $26,000
- Victim’s Location: MI, USA – ZIP Code 49002
- Date Reported: January 6, 2024
The scam involved several complex elements, including international travel, large sums of money for legal and translation services, and the promise of a multimillion-dollar payment. The victim was coerced into taking out loans and using credit to pay for these services, with the promise of reimbursement once the scammer’s funds were accessible. Eventually, the scam escalated to a cryptocurrency transaction through a suspicious website, leading to further demands for large amounts of money to “activate” the account for withdrawal.
If you have experienced a similar situation involving Richard Daub, the website Pro.BlakeyInvestCo.co, or any related scam involving romance and cryptocurrency, please share your story. Provide any additional details such as transaction IDs, communication logs, specific instructions from the scammer, and how you were approached. Your information could be invaluable in helping others avoid falling victim to similar scams and could assist in any ongoing OSINT investigations aimed at uncovering these fraudulent operations. Remember, sharing your experience can make a difference in fighting against these deceitful practices.
