Mother lost $400k to online scam; no recovery help

A mother has lost over $400,000 to an online scam that began when fraudsters contacted her on Facebook. For seven years, she was manipulated into sending money using Apple gift cards and cryptocurrency. Despite her son’s attempts to help, he has found little support from law enforcement. The son reported that the mother has become increasingly loyal to the scammers, even taking out loans at their request. He feels helpless as she continues to send money, despite the toll it takes on her family. He expressed frustration, saying he has contacted the police and the FBI, but they have been unable to assist. Experts say that the woman is a victim who has fallen for a carefully constructed fake reality created by the scammers. They suggest that showing compassion may be more effective than anger in helping her understand her situation. A scam expert has outlined some signs of cryptocurrency scams. He warns people to be cautious of platforms promising high returns and to avoid responding to solicitations from unknown sources. Scammers often appear friendly and use manipulative tactics to encourage their victims to invest. Overall, the son faces a challenging situation with limited options. He considered asking his mother to leave, but her financial situation complicates matters further.