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Old 02-21-2018, 09:05 AM
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I never said anyone should stop using FB but just wanted to make people aware of the known scams. Keeping in touch is how it was originally designed to work and then the scammers found a way to exploit it.
Crooks will always find a way to use any resource for their personal gain. I started getting letters from the Nigerians around 1992 and these type of scams still continue but have really evolved on Facebook. And they could involve just about anyone. Elderly Louisiana Man Charged in 'Nigerian Prince' Scam - VICE