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Military Romance Scam

romance scam

A scammer poses as a deployed soldier or overseas professional on dating apps, building a relationship over weeks before asking for money for a fabricated emergency, travel, or customs fee.

Known Contact Details

Social Media

@tiktok_scam_13

WhatsApp

079 358 2689

How They Request Payment

Bank Transfer (EFT)

Victims asked to deposit into an account held at Nedbank or a fake "safe account".

Mobile Money

Payments requested via Cash Send, Instant Money, or e-Wallet.

Common Targets

student

Gauteng

2 reported
How This Scam Works

Fake profile on dating app → build emotional connection → emergency/travel excuse → request funds.

Reported Locations
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaNewcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
2 reports
Est. R 130 409 lost
First reported 6 December 2023
Last reported 27 April 2026
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