'It sounds so stupid'... widow recovering from cancer lost £15,000 savings in lockdown after falling for dating scam
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukhereJoan looked him up online and it seemed legitimate as there were websites and YouTube videos about his work in Africa.The pair began to message and speak on the phone, with Michael saying he was due to return to the UK soon.But the lockdown took place, putting a stop to any supposed plans.Joan, who was shielding due to cancer, said she looked forward to his phone calls in the evening during the lockdown period.However, a few days later Michael then called to say there was an accident and he had been stabbed.He told Joan he had lost all his money and needed cash to pay for urgent medical treatement.A doctor even called Joan to say they would not operate until they received any funds and Joan's was the only number saved on his phone.She.
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