'Mum sent them £140,000': How to spot the signs a loved one is being scammed

Helen's mother sent £140,000 to a scammer she believed was a romantic partner. Helen, who had lasting power of attorney, contacted her mother's bank. The bank has returned £45,000 so far. Helen also replaced her mother's smartphone with a basic device after she repeatedly gave scammers her new phone number.

Source: 'Mum sent them £140,000': How to spot the signs a loved one is being scammed — BBC

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