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Fake Forex Trading Platform Scam

investment fraud

A social media 'trader' shows fake profits and invites victims to deposit funds into a proprietary trading platform. The platform shows fake gains but blocks withdrawals and eventually shuts down.

Known Contact Details

Social Media

@tiktok_scam_17

Website

https://account-web.com

How They Request Payment

Bank Transfer (EFT)

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

Cryptocurrency

Funds moved via Valr wallet or USDT transfer to an external wallet.

Common Targets

pensioner

Northern Cape

1 reported
How This Scam Works

Fake trader on social media → proprietary platform → fake profits → withdrawal blocked → platform gone.

Reported Locations
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
1 report
Est. R 41 433 lost
First reported 4 February 2026
Last reported 8 April 2026
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