Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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Red roses, chocolates, and the promise of happily-ever-after… 💗

Samantha believed she had found her other half – Arun Savarajan. He made her feel like she was in a fairy tale romance.

But love can be the perfect disguise. Behind all the gestures, he was hiding something darker.

Arun was a fraudster.

While many people are celebrating Valentine’s Day, remember: true love never asks you to compromise your safety, money, or your peace of mind 💘

If you feel you’ve been a victim of fraud, don’t wait. Speak to someone you trust and report it to Report Fraud, or visit Victims-first.org.uk.

More info about how we tackle Romance Fraud is here: thamesvalley.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/fa/fraud/personal-fraud/romance-fraud