✨ **Heartbreaking Crypto Scam Hits Local Dad** ✨
Imagine losing your entire life savings due to a scam. That’s what happened to Stephen Beresford, a 43-year-old dad from Aintree, Merseyside. Stephen fell victim to a cunning crypto scheme, losing £25,000 in just two weeks. 💸
Stephen was introduced to a supposed ‘trusted’ online crypto trader through a friend. The trap was set when Stephen joined a trading platform called CB TRADING and was contacted by someone posing as the admin on Discord. The promise? Rapid gains through a method called “copy trading.” Sounded too good to resist, especially when recommended by a friend who met the alleged admin abroad. 🌎
But it quickly turned sour. Despite seeing his account reportedly double in value initially, when Stephen tried to withdraw his funds, the silence was deafening. Blocked and unable to access what was rightfully his, Stephen was left in shock. 😱
As a result, Stephen is now struggling to support his disabled mum and secure a future for his 14-year-old son, Finley. He’s also working overtime to manage his monthly expenses. Stephen’s hope is to warn others: “If something seems too good to be true, it probably is.” 🚩
Police and Action Fraud are on the case, but for now, Stephen is seeking to recover what he can through crowdfunding. Let’s rally around Stephen, learn from his story, and be on high alert for potential scams. 🕵️♂️
It’s essential to scrutinise every detail in online deals. Remember, one tiny misspelling can be the difference between legitimate and fraudulent. Stay vigilant, and let’s keep each other safe. 💪
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