The number of people falling victim to romance scams increased by a fifth (22%) in 2023, compared to 2022, according to the latest data from Lloyds Bank.
However, overall, the average amount lost to romance scams was £6,937, less than in 2022 (£8,237).
https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/media/press-releases/2024/lloyds-bank-2024/romance-scams-rose-by-a-fifth-in-2023.html
