If a Facebook friend request comes from an unfamiliar person, exercise caution as it could lead to a scam resulting in significant financial loss.
However, it’s not just friend requests that pose risks. Your Facebook and Instagram photos might unknowingly be used to deceive others in a scam.
Vanessa, a 28-year-old victim of identity theft, is now cautioning others about the dangers.
Accepting friend requests from strangers on Facebook, even if they seem trustworthy, can have serious repercussions.
Scammers have a common tactic of setting up fake accounts using pictures of random individuals and fictitious names, often selecting an appealing woman, sometimes provocatively dressed, to attract more friend requests, according to The Lad Bible.
The individuals behind these Facebook friend requests may appear genuine with a large friend list, but their intentions are deceitful.
One such case involved 28-year-old Vanessa Cork from Ireland, who discovered her identity had been stolen. After being asked if she was Ellie Reece, she searched the name online and was shocked to find an account displaying all her photos from Facebook and Instagram.
Vanessa contacted some of the boys who were commenting on the photos only to realize that they had been duped into believing they were in a relationship with “Ellie Reece.” Shockingly, many had even sent intimate photos to the scammers, as reported by The Lad Bible.
Every day, scammers send out numerous friend requests on Facebook, often using fake accounts that may feature yours or your daughter’s photos. Share this warning to help safeguard your loved ones.
