All Granny | “Hello,,, I am 50 years old, a widow hoping to find a companion who can love and cherish me as I am. I have money and business — you just have to be loyal…”

Messages like these have been flooding social media, and while some may seem touching at first glance, experts are warning that many of them are part of carefully crafted online scams. The emotional appeal—often featuring a wealthy, lonely widow seeking love—targets vulnerable individuals and can lead to financial exploitation or identity theft.

In this case, the message didn’t come from a real 50-year-old businesswoman, but from a fake profile designed to build trust quickly, then lure victims into sending money or personal information. Authorities urge everyone to be cautious, never send money to someone you’ve never met, and always verify identities before engaging emotionally or financially online.