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News Explorer — DOJ Seizes $6 Million Tied to Crypto Romance Schemes

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Sep 27, 2:38 pm

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DOJ Seizes $6 Million Tied to Crypto Romance Schemes

The FBI seized over $6 million in cryptocurrency from scammers in Southeast Asia who defrauded U.S. citizens, resulting in significant financial losses. Victims were tricked into investing in fake opportunities, losing millions and facing devastating consequences.

The FBI seized over $6 million in cryptocurrency from scammers in Southeast Asia who defrauded U.S. citizens, resulting in significant financial losses. Victims were tricked into investing in fake opportunities, losing millions and facing devastating consequences.

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