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crime1 year ago

Alaska Woman Receives 99-Year Sentence for Catfish Murder Plot

Denali Brehmer, 23, has been sentenced to 99 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her best friend, 19-year-old Cynthia Hoffman, after being promised $9 million by a man she met online, who turned out to be 25-year-old Darin Schilmiller of Indiana. Brehmer enlisted four friends to help carry out the murder, and despite not pulling the trigger herself, she was held responsible for the crime. The victim, a developmentally disabled woman, was shot and dumped in a river. Brehmer's co-conspirators have also been sentenced, with Schilmiller receiving 99 years in prison and others awaiting sentencing or trial.

via Daily Mail|
#alaska#catfishing#conspiracy
crime1 year ago

"Catfish Scheme Leads to 99-Year Sentences for Murderous Women"

An Alaska woman, Denali Brehmer, was sentenced to 99 years in prison for her role in a murder plot orchestrated by her catfisher lover, who convinced her to carry out the killing of 19-year-old Cynthia Hoffman. Brehmer, who believed her online romance was a millionaire named "Tyler," convinced four teenagers to carry out the killing, resulting in Hoffman being bound, shot, and dumped in a river. The catfisher, Darin Schilmiller, was also sentenced to 99 years in prison. Two other adolescents involved in the case were prosecuted in the juvenile justice system, and the case of the alleged trigger-puller, Kayden McIntosh, is pending.

via The Daily Beast|
#alaska#catfishing#crime
entertainment2 years ago

Sister Wives' Kody Brown Faces Rejection and Tension in Latest News Roundup

Meri Brown, star of the reality show Sister Wives, expresses her frustration and disappointment with her estranged husband Kody Brown, stating that he is not worth it. The couple divorced in 2014 but remained spiritually married, and their relationship has become increasingly strained. Meri reflects on her catfishing scandal and claims that much of the controversy surrounding it was made up. She is uncertain about the future of their relationship and contemplates whether to continue in a platonic role.

via TooFab|
#catfishing#entertainment#estrangement
technology2 years ago

Psychologist's Tips to Avoid Online 'Cockfishing'

Cockfishing, a form of online deception involving the use of fake genital photos or manipulated images, is a growing concern in online dating. To protect oneself, it is important to scrutinize online profiles for inconsistencies, signs of photo manipulation, and overly flattering language. Verifying information and photos through reverse image searches, video chats, or in-person meetings can help uncover deception. Trusting instincts and setting clear boundaries are also crucial in avoiding falling prey to cockfishers.

via Forbes|
#catfishing#cockfishing#online-dating
scamcatfishing2 years ago

'Stranger Things' Fan Divorces Husband After Falling for Fake Dacre Montgomery Catfish

A woman from Kentucky claims she was catfished by a scammer pretending to be Stranger Things star Dacre Montgomery, leading her to divorce her husband and send the impostor around $10,000. The scammer convinced her of their identity by referencing specific details about the show and sending poems similar to Montgomery's writing style. The woman believes that her fear of abandonment and people-pleasing tendencies made her vulnerable to the scam. Representatives for Montgomery have not yet commented on the situation.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#catfishing#dacre-montgomery#online-fraud
scam2 years ago

"Fake 'Stranger Things' Star Dacre Montgomery Catfish Scams Woman out of $10k"

A woman from Kentucky claims she was catfished and scammed out of $10k by someone pretending to be Dacre Montgomery, known for his role in "Stranger Things." The woman divorced her husband after the fake actor told her to choose between him and her spouse. Despite the real Dacre Montgomery being in a relationship since 2017, the woman believed the imposter's story and sent money through gift cards, crypto, and payment apps. This incident highlights the dangers of romance scams, where scammers exploit emotional vulnerability to gain trust and manipulate victims into sending money.

via TMZ|
#catfishing#dacre-montgomery#online-fraud
crime2 years ago

Woman Divorces Husband After Falling for Fake 'Stranger Things' Star and Sending Him $10K

A woman from Kentucky, obsessed with the TV show "Stranger Things," fell victim to a catfishing scam where she divorced her husband and sent $10,000 worth of gift cards to someone posing as actor Dacre Montgomery. The scammer claimed to be Montgomery and manipulated the woman into believing they were in a relationship, exploiting her vulnerability and emotions. Investigations revealed that the scammer was a romance scammer, preying on individuals for financial gain. The woman wants to raise awareness to prevent others from falling victim to similar scams.

via New York Post |
#catfishing#crime#dacre-montgomery
technology2 years ago

Rise of AI-Generated Influencers: Milla Sofia Takes Internet by Storm

Milla Sofia, a 19-year-old Finnish virtual influencer and fashion model created by artificial intelligence (AI), has amassed over 100,000 social media followers who are unaware that she is not a real person. Milla's stunning images of herself in exotic locations have fooled hundreds of thousands of people into thinking she is a living, breathing human. This phenomenon is not unique to Milla, as AI-generated virtual influencers are becoming increasingly popular on social media platforms. However, the use of AI-generated women is not limited to influencing, as they are also being used to catfish men into handing over money.

via Daily Mail|
#artificial-intelligence#catfishing#digital-images
entertainment2 years ago

"90 Day Fiancé's Tyray Faces Shocking Catfish Scandal and Reveals Truth to His Mom"

On the latest episode of "90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days," Tyray finally accepts that his online girlfriend, Carmella, is not who she claimed to be. After hiring a private investigator, he discovers that Carmella is actually a cam porn star from the United States, not Barbados. Despite this revelation, Tyray remains determined to find closure and confront the person behind the fake profile. He also confesses the secret relationship to his shocked mother, who is heartbroken for him.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#90-day-fiance#catfishing#entertainment
crime2 years ago

Woman convicted of sexual assault after posing as man to prey on teen girl.

A 21-year-old British woman, Georgia Bilham, was found guilty of sexual assault by kissing and not guilty of 16 other sex charges after pretending to be a man named "George Parry" on Snapchat to trick a visually-impaired 19-year-old girl into a relationship. Bilham claimed she got trapped in a "web of lies" and never wished to change her gender identity. The prosecution argued that the relationship was based on a false pretense, and therefore, the victim did not give true consent. Bilham will be sentenced on July 19.

via New York Post |
#catfishing#consent#crime
entertainment2 years ago

Reality TV Drama: Walkouts, Drug Rumors, and Family Secrets Unveiled

On Sunday's episode of 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, Tyray was devastated after producers told him that the woman he's been dating online for four years, Carmella from Barbados, was actually a man catfishing him for money. Despite confronting Carmella online, Tyray still had hope that she was real. However, after hearing a voicemail from the man behind the facade, Tyray emotionally walked out of the restaurant.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#90-day-fiance#carmella#catfishing
crime2 years ago

Woman Poses as Man, Tricks Short-Sighted Teen into Sex by Removing Glasses

Georgia Bilham, a British woman, is on trial for allegedly posing as a man and tricking a nearsighted female teen into a romantic relationship. Bilham created fake social media accounts and used the alias "George Parry" to message the victim under the username "George_132." The victim was implored to remove her glasses before sexual encounters, making her "essentially blind." Bilham faces 17 counts, including sexual assault and assault by penetration, and has denied all charges. The defense team will question whether the victim knew that "George" was really a woman.

via New York Post |
#catfishing#crime#deception
entertainment2 years ago

90 Day Fiancé's TyRay Shocked to Discover "Thick" Girlfriend Carmella is a Catfishing Man

TyRay, a 33-year-old virgin, has been catfished by a man pretending to be a woman named Carmella for the past four years on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days. Despite never video chatting, TyRay believed he had a soulmate connection with Carmella, whom he described as a mix of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. However, in a tense revelation, producers informed TyRay that Carmella was actually a man. The episode ended with TyRay speechless and fans wondering if he will continue the relationship.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#90-day-fiance#catfishing#entertainment
technology2 years ago

The Dark Side of Industrial Catfishing

Freelancers all over the world are being employed to animate fake profiles and chat with people who have signed up for dating and hookup sites. They are often recruited into "customer support" or content moderation roles, but find themselves playing roles in sophisticated operations set up to tease subscription money from lonely hearts looking for connections online. These virtual profiles are eerily convincing and hyper-specific, leading to people falling in love with them and paying for conversations with fictional characters.

via Ars Technica|
#catfishing#freelancers#online-dating