One woman has been left devastated after losing “the last bit of money” in her account in sophisticated scam. On BBC Rip of Britain tonight, Nicole explained how she fell victim to this investment scam and lost over £1,000.
Nicole Reeves was lured into an investment scam after seeing her friend post about it on social media.
Her friend had posted online saying his initial investment of £500 had turned into £5,000, thanks to a money flipping scheme.
Due to financial issues, Nicole really needed the money so the opportunity was like a prayer that had been answered she explained.
After doing some research on the scheme, she felt confident about pursuing the investment as there were many positive reviews
She initially transferred £500 to the investors and waited to see her money double.
The investors had contacted her 30 minutes later telling her that she had been chosen to receive a special £20,000 bonus.
But in order for her to unlock it, she would have to pay a further £740, which she did.
Nicole said: “I sent the last bit of money I had in my account and my husband’s account. I wanted it to be a surprise.
“I wanted to say ‘Look, I’ve done this great thing, we’re going to be okay. Everything is going to be fine’.”
Before she could unlock this £20,000 bonus, the investors asked her to make a video for the company, just explaining her experience and how they had helped her double her money.
She had to endorse the scheme, just as her friend had done in the…
