Bribery And Threats After Online Dating Or Romance Scams

One of the most shocking findings in the world of online romance scams is not only the emotional and economic exploitation of innocent people, but also the horrific and corrupt system that comes after the scam. After eight months of intensive examination of these incidents, the scamsters’ open courage and their open confidence in avoiding legal consequences have been revealed. This trust is not from any legal protection, but from their claim that they bribe regularly to the agencies responsible for ensuring justice – the Department of Cyber Crime, Enforcement Directorate (ED), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and even local law enforcement agencies. The statement, “We give monthly bribe to the Cyber Crime Department, Enforcement Directorate (ED), CBI officials and police stations. They cannot even touch us,” not only harassing, but also presents a disturbing glimpse of the alleged exemption received by these cyber criminals.

When the victims are victims of online dating or romance scams, they first experience betrayal and heartbreak. Many people not only lose their money, but also lose their dignity and emotional stability. However, what happens after this initial pain is often more dangerous and dangerous. Instead of getting help from the system, many victims find themselves trapped in the cycle of fear, threats and silence. Efforts to file a formal complaint often have an unusual delay. Some are asked to come later, while some are refused to take any further action. In the most severe conditions, their complaints are either dismissed directly or lost in bureaucracy processes.

Some romance scams are strangely similar. An attractive profile reaches a dating site or romance platform and shows deep interest. These messages are emotionally excited, full of praise, love announcements or even marriage dreams. In a few days or weeks, the scammer weaves a false fabric of economic problems, emergency situations or necessary needs. Once the victim sends money thinking that he is helping his future partner, the scam usually continues or suddenly stops, it depends on how much more money the scammer can.

This audacity is clearly visible not only in the way of carrying out the scam, but also in the way of dealing with the later situation. The victims who try to speak online or warn others often face serious harassment. Some get threatened voice messages, while others get fake legal documents, such as fake FIRs, false court notices, or even fake police summons. The motive is clear-to scare the victim and silence it. In some real cases, these fraudsters misuse personal photos, messages or even video calls to blackmail victims to pay more money or to keep quiet. Blackmail may include threats to share private materials online or make false accusations of harassment on the victim.

This is where bribery plays an important and dangerous role. Scamsters, assuming that law enforcement is in their favor, fearlessly claims that they will not do anything. “We give monthly bribe to cyber crime, enforcement directorate, CBI and police stations. We are safe. They work for us,” has become a common saying among these criminals. Whether these statements are completely true or not, its psychological effect on victims is very deep. This prevents them from taking any legal action, causing criminals to avoid exposing and target others.

In some of the most harassing cases, personal information of people who tried to disclose such scammers through social media were made public. His relatives received calls from unknown numbers. Some faced harassment in their jobs. In a famous case, a person who wanted to file a complaint was contacted by a person claiming to be from the Department of Cyber Crime and warned him to tell him to “keep silence or arrest threat” on filing a false complaint. Later it was discovered that this so -called officer was either a friend of Scammer or a fake identity made to intimidate the victim. Whether real officers or fake, the result is the same: fear, isolation and silence.

The perception that scammers can avoid the results caused by corruption, not new, but the regularity of these claims makes it an issue that cannot be ignored. In a country like India, where millions of people use the Internet daily and where dating apps and websites are becoming increasingly popular, the legal arrangements made for the safety of users should be completely safe. However, if the scamsters feel that they can buy the way to escape the punishment, it is a sign of an important structural weakness in the enforcement. The victims often move to online forums, redit discussions or Facebook groups to express their problems, mainly because the legal route seems ineffective.

The increasing belief that agencies like Cyber Crime Department, Enforcement Directorate or CBI may indulge in bribery – it is not right in every case – it damages the reputation of these organizations. The victims start questioning whether justice is possible. This notion encourages more criminals to join love-related scams, as they feel safe from the consequences. This creates a cycle: more scams occur, more afflicted suffer, and less complaints are taken seriously.

The romance scam does not include only small amounts. In many cases, the victims have lost crores of rupees in millions and some serious cases. Older, emotionally weak people and professionals working alone are particularly at risk. Based on the amount taken, there should be logically serious police and investigation action. However, if the victims find out that complaints are being ignored due to bribe, the entire judicial system loses its credibility.

Many digital monitoring and cyber experts have warned us about the growing relationship between scamsters and corrupt elements within the enforcement agencies. Although most of the officers can still be honest, some corrupt officials can weaken the integrity of the system. Scamsters often work in large cities from rented houses, call centers or even apartments. Some use foreign IP addresses and VPNs to hide their location, while others use Indian SIM cards and bank accounts. His confidence is partially stems from the slow response of the authorities and the consistent rumors of corruption related to these cases.

It is important to understand the psychological strategies adopted by these scamsters. Their method goes far beyond fraud – it goes to psychological manipulation. They understand that the victims will feel very embarrassed to tell their point to friends or family. They know that most people will think twice before going to the police, especially if personal materials or photos are included. They take advantage of this silence. And when a victim finally gets the courage to speak, he often has to face apathy or worse, hidden threats. Some victims are also provided gaslighting – they are assured that the scam was their fault, that they were “more emotional” or “careless”, causing them to become even more silent.

“We give monthly bribe to the Cyber Crime Department, Enforcement Directorate, CBI officials and police stations” This statement is much more than only boasted banging; It is also a form of a threat. This statement is a psychological device to prevent victims from taking action. When a criminal claims that the institutions formed to provide justice are saving him, it can crush your morale. It creates a sense of powerlessness. This is often the goal of the scamster: Creating a calm, emotionally broken person who does not report or ask for help.

The government and law enforcement agencies will have to deal with this issue immediately-not only the scam itself, but also from the circumstances that allow them to flourish. If a handful of officers are taking bribe, then decisive steps should be taken. Internal monitoring and moral inspection of law enforcement agencies should be increased. The systems for anonymous complaints, programs for the protection of the victims, and special fast-track courts for cyber crime can help restore confidence in the system.

There are also responsibilities of technical companies. Dating sites and romance platforms need to adopt more strong verification methods. Many of these sites allow fake profiles to create, and scammers often create several accounts using stolen photos. It should be mandatory to apply AI-operated image matching, phone number verification and facial identification technology. Websites that fail to implement strict security measures should bear the consequences or ban. Hosting services and payment processors should collaborate with government agencies to identify and close the accounts involved in fraud.

Beyond technology and law, public awareness is the most powerful medium. The public should be constantly informed about these scams. Schools, colleges, workplaces and public organizations should organize seminars and awareness sessions. People should learn to identify warning signs, protect their personal information and report to report scams without any fear. The stigma of the fraud will have to be erased. The guilty is the scamster, not the victim.

The stories of the victims who have bravely spoke should be exposed. Whistleblower revealing the scam network should get recognition and security. Searchy journalists should be motivated to expose and disclose these scamsters, and their discoveries should take immediate action, not only headlines.

It is the underlying fear that “bribery by the scamsters will not do anything” can only be overcome through direct justice. There should be arrests. There should be cases. There should be conviction. When people see that action is possible, more victims will come forward.

Bribery and threats after online dating or romance scams are one of the most dangerous trends of the digital age. This not only silences the victims, but also reduces public confidence in law enforcement. This adventure claim that “we give monthly bribe to the Department of Cyber Crime, Enforcement Directorate, CBI officials and police stations” should not be dismissed by just lies or tactics – but should be seen as a warning signal. This is a warning for all – citizens, governments, digital platforms and enforcement agencies – to take action before it is too late. Internet can promote actual relations, bu

t only when those who take advantage of it are held accountable and those who are suffering are protected and listened to them.

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