Looking for love in Russia? Sure. But how to do it safely when Russia continues to be in the top of the dating scams statistics? Experts in fraud advise that getting informed and hiring professional services like background check investigations by reputable investigators  is the key to staying safe while taking advantage of the benefits that the internet has to offer.

Online dating sites have been so popular for so long. It makes sense to meet hundreds of people in a short time in the coziness of your own home instead of travelling all the way to Russia. It can save time and money. So where does the online dating scams fall into this?

Russia has been listed for quite a few years as a high-risk country for internet fraud, especially when it comes to dating scams. Any reliable private investigator in Russia can confirm that the number of fraud cases is very high compared to most countries, and sadly it is growing every day. Russian women are beautiful and internet savvy, a dangerous combination in a country with limited employment opportunities.  Despite the fact that dating scams are nothing new and that media organizations are constantly reporting about online scams, the number of victims continues to climb.

The extent of online dating scams is alarming and something to be concerned of. The FBI reported that more than 14,000 men and women were victims of online dating scams totaling $219 million in losses in 2016. And many more went unreported due to the embarrassment of the victims. The saddest part is that probably (and unfortunately) 2017 will surpass all historical figures.

Many of the victims never realized how important it was to be well informed about online dating fraud and about their online partner until it was too late. New technologies are constantly emerging making it easier for people to meet, but also making it easier for fraudsters and criminals to target innocents. Russians are well-known for their computer skills and hacking abilities, and they will use their knowledge to obtain what they want. Technology is favoring internet criminals with more invasive smart devices, affecting innocent people’s privacy. The odds of being victim increase when you are in contact with someone in Russia.  Investigators strongly advise a background check investigation.

Not every Russian you meet in an online dating site or social network is guilty of scamming, but a majority of incidences have been reported from locations like Moscow and St. Petersburg, enough to make anyone pause before getting involved. Being skeptical is the first step.

The scammers’ objective is to hook innocent people in and get cash and gifts. Hiring a professional to conduct a dating background check investigation in Russia can help avoid serious financial losses and can save you from further consequences, like blackmail or identity theft. Investigators say there is no foreseeable future of this type of crime coming to an end, so verifying is critical.

If you have met someone in Russia, contact us and request a free quote as soon as possible! Waiting can only give a scammer the opportunity to find more ways to steal  your money or data.

C. Wright
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