The Romance Scam Prevention Act would guard citizens from suspects like 43-year-old Aurora Phelps. “Phelps would meet older men on dating websites or services, then meet them in-person.

UNDATED (WKRC/KVVU/CNN Newsource) - A woman was accused of orchestrating a "sinister" romance scam that targeted older men, according to the FBI. The agency described the scheme as one of the most ...

As her story shows, even someone as successful and connected as Likins — who roomed for a time with the rock star Stevie Nicks — could fall victim to a devastating romance catfish scam.