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flag Romance scams are rising in Washington, with scammers using fake identities to steal money, prompting a national warning.

flag Romance scams are rising in Washington State, prompting the Department of Financial Institutions to join a national campaign warning against fraudulent online relationships. flag Scammers create fake identities to build quick emotional connections, then pressure victims for money using lies about emergencies or travel. flag The FBI estimates U.S. victims lose about $10 billion yearly to such scams. flag Authorities advise against sending money to online contacts, especially early in a relationship, and caution against sharing personal details or trusting sudden declarations of love. flag Victims are urged to report scams and verify identities to stay safe.

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