Dating safely
Most people you meet are exactly who they say. These habits protect you from the few who aren’t.
Report scams to Alaska's Consumer Protection Unit
The Alaska Department of Law's Consumer Protection Unit takes consumer complaints and anonymous tips. Call 907-269-5100 or file a complaint on the Department of Law website. Staff cannot give private legal advice.
Report fraud to the FTC
If someone you met online asks for money or you think you have been scammed, report it at ReportFraud.ftc.gov or call 1-877-FTC-HELP. You can report even if you did not lose money, and you will get next steps.
Source: FTC: FTC announces new fraud reporting platform, ReportFraud.ftc.gov
File a report with the FBI's IC3
The FBI warns about people who seem too perfect, always have an excuse not to meet or ask for money. Never send money to someone you have not met, stop contact and file a complaint at ic3.gov.
Source: FBI: FBI cautions public to be wary of online romance scams