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FBI Reports $22.5 Million Lost to Romance Scams in Florida

FBI Reports $22.5 Million Lost to Romance Scams in Florida

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 16:10 UTC

In 2025, over 550 victims across Florida reported losing $22.5 million to romance scams, where perpetrators posed as romantic partners to exploit victims financially. The FBI has issued warnings to raise awareness about these schemes, which involve deceitful online relationships aimed at obtaining money and personal information.

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Timeline

2025-01-01
FBI begins tracking romance scam reports for 2025
2025-12-31
Total losses from romance scams in Florida reach $22.5 million
2026-02-13
FBI Chicago releases public service announcement on romance scams
2026-02-14
FBI Jacksonville warns North Floridians about romance scams

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