I have never sent money to anyone I met on line, but have given it in person and never expected it back...I try never to lend money I can't afford to lose...and the financial mistakes I have made have been in person (but no less painful).
What got me was when two different times, 2 different people made up personas to talk to me.
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It really creeped me out and I struggled with my stupidity for quite some time. I might not have fallen for it if a real time friend had not "vouched" for the person. Yes, there are con-artists and soul suckers out there. Be careful!.
I am so glad to see people speaking out. I wish someone had all those years ago when I was naive and oh so vulnerable.