Romance and "inheritance/insurance" scams targeting survivors
Medium risk
What happens
Newly-bereaved people — especially older widows and widowers — are targeted by romance scammers and by fraudsters claiming there is an unclaimed inheritance or insurance payout needing an upfront "fee".
How to protect yourself
- No legitimate inheritance or insurance payout requires you to pay a fee first to release it.
- Be cautious with new online relationships that quickly involve money.
- Talk to a trusted family member or friend before sending money to anyone new.