Marshfield Woman Loses $75,000 in Dating Scam
Posted: Dec 29, 2016 5:52 PM CDT
MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WSAW) --- A Marshfield woman is out $75,000 after being swindled by her sweetheart.
Police said the woman began an online relationship with a man in November with the promise of marriage, children and a life of luxury.
According to the police report the woman began wiring money to the man totaling $75,000. The money was sent to the United Arab Emirates.
Friends and the bank informed the woman it was a scam.
“Do not send money to someone you've never meet,” Marshfield Police Chief Rick Gramza advised others.