Online daters warned of fraudsters posting fake celebrity profiles
by PA Media from World news | The Guardian on (#6FJMZ)
Police say romance fraud has soared' but true extent unknown as many victims do not come forward
Police have warned online daters of the risks of fake celebrity profiles after a woman lost about 5,000 to a romance fraudster posing as TV chef James Martin.
Nottinghamshire police said the scam is part of a trend where fraudsters pose as celebrities on dating profiles to lure fans.
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