Grandma loses $20K to scammer posing as news anchor

A 73-year-old grandmother from Marysville, Washington, lost $20,000 to a scammer impersonating MSNBC anchor Ari Melber. The scammer convinced her they were in a romantic relationship and manipulated her into sending money and gift cards. Despite family interventions, Patricia Taylor continued to communicate with the scammer, who even sent her a fake engagement ring. Her family fears for her safety, especially after she attempted to travel to New York to meet him. MSNBC confirmed that the real Ari Melber is not involved in this scam. The family is concerned that Patricia may still try to contact the scammer.