Money Online romance scams cost victims thousands. Read the story of one man who lost $31,000. February 22, 2019February 22, 2019Susan Tompor, Detroit Free PressComments Off on Online romance scams cost victims thousands. Read the story of one man who lost $31,000. Victims of romance scams aren't just losing their life savings. Some are taking on new debt in the name of love, such as opening up credit cards.